Unlock the secrets to impactful philanthropy with "Confident Giving," a compelling guide by renowned philanthropy advisor Kris Putnam-Walkerly. Drawing from decades of experience, Putnam-Walkerly offers a wealth of practical, insightful, and often humorous advice tailored to both novice and seasoned funders. This book is an indispensable resource for anyone looking to maximize their philanthropic efforts and drive meaningful change.
Why You Need This Book: - Expert Insights: Benefit from the wisdom of one of philanthropy’s leading advisors. Kris Putnam-Walkerly shares candid advice and real-life examples that challenge conventional thinking and inspire effective grantmaking.
- Practical Advice: Learn actionable strategies on leadership, strategic planning, grantmaking, and more. Each chapter is packed with tips that can be immediately implemented to enhance your philanthropic initiatives.
- Comprehensive Coverage: Topics range from managing grantmaking processes and avoiding common pitfalls to leveraging technology and fostering community engagement. This comprehensive guide addresses every aspect of successful philanthropy.
- Inspirational Stories: Enjoy thought-provoking anecdotes that highlight the joys and challenges of giving. These stories not only entertain but also provide valuable lessons on how to approach philanthropy with confidence and clarity.
- Endorsements from Leaders: Highly praised by philanthropic leaders, "Confident Giving" is recommended by philanthropists and foundation CEOs for its straightforward and inspiring guidance
Whether you're a seasoned philanthropist or just embarking on your giving journey, "Confident Giving" offers a blend of practical advice, strategic insights, and inspirational stories to guide you toward more impactful giving. By adopting the principles and strategies outlined in this book, you can contribute to positive social change and find greater satisfaction in your charitable endeavors.
Ready to make a difference? Dive into "Confident Giving" today and transform your philanthropic efforts for the better.“Kris shares the kind of advice that one wishes every consultant would give—insightful, useful, and to the point, always with good humor. Her clear and inspiring thinking comes from her experiences and a clear passion for our field." — Peter Long, President & CEO, Blue Shield of California Foundation
"As grantmakers, we often get tunnel vision. Kris shines that proverbial light at the end of the tunnel, calling us to be more honest, effective, and fulfilled in our philanthropy." — Sherece West-Scantlebury, President and CEO, Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
“Kris 'gets' philanthropy in a way that few consultants can match. Her voice and ideas are refreshing, inspiring, and always a bright spot of common sense and sanity in a sometimes crazy field." — Shawn Dove, CEO, Campaign for Black Male Achievement
Kris Putnam-Walkerly is a trusted advisor to the world's leading philanthropists. For over 20 years, ultra-high net worth donors, foundations, Fortune 500 companies, celebrity activists and wealth advisors have sought her advice to transform their giving and catapult their impact. As a philanthropy advisor, speaker, and award-winning author, she's helped over 100 philanthropists strategically allocate over half a billion dollars in grants and gifts. Kris's clients include the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, J.M. Smucker Company, Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation, Heising Simons-Foundation, Annie E. Casey Foundation, David and Lucile Packard Foundation, Walton Family Foundations, National Center for Family Philanthropy, Blue Shield of California, and Avery Dennison Foundation, among many others.
A thought leader in transformational givingŪ, Kris was named one of America's Top 25 Philanthropy Speakers. She is the author of the award-winning book Confident GivingŪ: Sage Advice for Funders, a Forbes.com contributor on philanthropy; a global philanthropy content partner to Alliance Magazine; and the US philanthropy expert to the leading Dutch philanthropy media outlet De Dikke Blauwe. Kris is also a frequent contributor in publications of leading philanthropy organizations and has provided expert commentary about philanthropy to the Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Entepreneur.com, NPR's Marketplace Morning Report, Philanthropy News Digest, and Chronicle of Philanthropy.
Prior to forming Putnam Consulting Group, Inc., Kris was a grantmaker at the David and Lucile Packard Foundation and an evaluator at the highly esteemed Stanford University School of Medicine. She holds a master's degree in social work from San Francisco State University and a bachelor's degree from Indiana University. She and her husband have five children and reside near Cleveland, Ohio. Learn more at putnam-consulting.com.
