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Three Generations

Professional Assistance for Private Foundations

You're an entrepreneur for social change, and your family foundation has invested a lot into its charitable initiatives over the years.  But you're also a savvy business person who looks to get a good return on their investment.

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So how do you really know that the charities you've partnered with are actually as effective as they're portraying themselves?  Your favourite charity may be doing excellent work, but they may be lacking proper board governance, financial reporting or fundraising techniques which are hampering their growth. 

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Unfortunately, some may also be a wolf in sheep’s clothing. There are those who would take advantage of the goodwill of others posing as a valid charity, in order to benefit themselves.  How do you know if their claims are valid?  How do you know it’s not a scam?

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Just like any other business investment, you have an obligation to perform your due-diligence before your foundation partners with a charity, and avoid costly and avoidable disappointments.  

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Simplicity Consultants has over 30 years in the not-for-profit and charities sector, 20 of which in management.  We can work together with you, your foundation, and your charity to help provide the expert advice and guidance needed to chart the course to success.

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Your family foundation can benefit from:


Program Evaluation:

  • Program Delivery Review

  • Evaluation of Programming Effectiveness

  • PR & Marketing

  • Demographic analysis

  • Program Planning and Recruitment Strategies


Financial Management:

  • Financial Reporting

  • Chart of Accounts Review

  • Financial Process and Policies Review


Fundraising Consultation:

  • Bequest & Endowment Program Creation

  • Annual Fundraising Events

  • Tribute Dinners

  • Sports Tournaments

  • Major Gifts solicitations

  • Grant Writing, and more


Board Strategy & Governance:

  • Governance Review (Letters Patent, By-laws, Constitution, Motions, Minutes)

  • Mandate, Mission/Vision Review

  • Management Policy & Procedures

  • Board Effectiveness Analysis and Training

  • Strategic Board Training


Ask to see our Not-for-Profit & Charities Prospectus to also learn how we can help your favourite charitable organizations succeed.

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Simplicity: Because jargon doesn't produce results.

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