Practical Tips for Philanthropists

Kris Putnam-Walkerly is a philanthropy expert and consultant. If you find Practical Tips for Philanthropists useful, please consider subscribing.

Myths Surrounding Philanthropy

Kris dispels myths that often surround philanthropy.

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October 2, 2014 No Comments

Purge, Plan, Reward: Your 3-Step Process for Getting Anything Done Quickly

For once I would like to enter autumn feeling on top of things: my client work mapped out for the year, a clear understanding of

September 23, 2014 No Comments

Grantmakers Should Think Like Consultants

I believe foundations could save time, solve problems more efficiently, and add greater value if their senior leadership would think like consultants. Let me explain:

September 15, 2014 No Comments

The 4 Dimensions of a Successful Communications Plan

No one likes to feel left out or overlooked, and when key stakeholders feel that way, the results can be painful and long lasting. I

September 11, 2014 No Comments

Who Is Your Customer?

It’s easy to get mired in the way things have always been done, and sometimes it leaves us blind to our customers’ real needs. So

September 4, 2014 No Comments

Keep It Simple

We often devise complex solutions to problems, when the best solution is usually the simplest. For example, many economically struggling urban cities desperately try to

September 2, 2014 No Comments

Job Opening – Project Director at National Network of Consultants to Grantmakers

I serve as the Chair of the National Network of Consultants to Grantmakers (NNCG) and we are currently seeking a new Project Director. In this

August 29, 2014 No Comments

Simplicity and Success

In today’s podcast, Kris discusses three ways foundations can reduce labor intensity.

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August 27, 2014 No Comments

6 Ways to Find Funding Partners

One of the best ways to increase the impact of your grantmaking is to leverage the funding and expertise of other foundations by developing funding

August 21, 2014 No Comments

Stop The Board Docket Madness

In this podcast, Kris shares five practical ways foundation leaders can reduce their labor intensity, simplify their work, and generate more creativity among their staff.