Kris Putnam-Walkerly
Trusted advisor to the world’s leading philanthropists
For 25 years, I’ve advised top global philanthropists to transform their giving and catapult their impact. As a sought after philanthropy advisor, expert and award-winning author, I’ve helped hundreds of wealthy families, foundations, Fortune 500 companies, Giving Pledge signatories, and wealth advisors strategically influence and allocate over half a billion dollars in grants and gifts. If you’re looking to increase the clarity, impact and joy of your giving, I can help!
Kris’s latest book
Delusional Altruism
Delusional Altruism—a set of all-too-common errors in philanthropic strategy—can derail a program of giving and result in a loss of efficiency and effectiveness. This book asks philanthropists and charitable organizations to consider whether they have fallen under the spell of Delusional Altruism. Are you cutting out impactful giving in order to save money or avoid uncertainty? Is your philanthropic approach unnecessarily restricted by traditional thinking? This book will help you answer these questions and determine how you can achieve better outcomes through the process of Transformational Giving.
- Ask questions that spur learning and fuel innovation
- Believe that investment in yourself and your operation is important
- Increase the speed of your actions to increase the impact of your giving
- Give in ways that create lasting, sustainable change
- Follow strategies to make your philanthropy unstoppable
Seamless Succession: How Foundations Can Optimize Executive Transitions
Executive transitions are inevitable in the lifecycle of any organization. However, they need not be a source of anxiety or disruption. With thoughtful planning and
11 Elements of a Foundation Executive Transition Plan
Executive transitions are a natural part of any organization’s lifecycle, but they don’t have to spur panic or derail progress. With some thoughtful preparation and
The Hidden Risks of Neglecting Succession Planning in Foundations
Delve into seven scenarios that illustrate the potential pitfalls foundations can face without robust succession planning. In the world of philanthropy, solid leadership is a
