Arabella Advisors https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/ Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:08:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.7 Igniting the Future of Fiscal Sponsorship https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/igniting-the-future-of-fiscal-sponsorship/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/igniting-the-future-of-fiscal-sponsorship/#respond Wed, 05 Nov 2025 15:08:26 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=23040 Across the social sector, fiscal sponsorship continues to grow as a powerful model for enabling impact. From emerging grassroots projects to complex, multi-partner initiatives, fiscal sponsorship offers a trusted structure that allows mission-driven work to move forward quickly, compliantly, and efficiently. Yet as the field expands, so do the demands on fiscal sponsors and their […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/igniting-the-future-of-fiscal-sponsorship/feed/ 0 Exploring AI’s Promise and Responsibility in the Nonprofit Sector https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/exploring-ais-promise-and-responsibility-in-the-nonprofit-sector/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/exploring-ais-promise-and-responsibility-in-the-nonprofit-sector/#respond Wed, 08 Oct 2025 15:54:37 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=23029 Earlier this week, Arabella’s CEO Himesh Bhise hosted a special guest, Cheryl Contee, for an internal fireside chat on “Artificial Intelligence in the Nonprofit Sector.” Cheryl is a pioneering technology entrepreneur and digital transformation expert — the co-author of the bestselling new book AI for Nonprofits: Putting Artificial Intelligence to Work for Your Cause. Drawing from insights from more […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/exploring-ais-promise-and-responsibility-in-the-nonprofit-sector/feed/ 0 Meeting the Moment: Reflections from UNGA and Climate Week https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/meeting-the-moment-reflections-from-unga-and-climate-week/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/meeting-the-moment-reflections-from-unga-and-climate-week/#respond Tue, 07 Oct 2025 20:07:51 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=23022 New York City during UNGA and Climate Week is electric—it’s inspiring (and a little tiring!) to join the weeklong convergence of global changemakers, philanthropists, and activists all united by a shared vision for a better world. But this year felt slightly different. As the United Nations General Assembly convened in the shadows of recent upheaval—with the near total freeze of USAID and the dismantling of […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/meeting-the-moment-reflections-from-unga-and-climate-week/feed/ 0 Stepping Back: Investing in a Talent Development Strategy Grounded in Your Employee Value Proposition https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/stepping-back-investing-in-a-talent-development-strategy-grounded-in-your-employee-value-proposition/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/stepping-back-investing-in-a-talent-development-strategy-grounded-in-your-employee-value-proposition/#respond Mon, 06 Oct 2025 19:18:42 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=23007 In philanthropy, we often talk about investing in our people, but what does this really mean?  Without a clear, shared understanding of what investments an organization can provide, people usually set their own expectations and can grow frustrated when they’re not met. An Employee Value Proposition (EVP) can make investments tangible and clear by laying the groundwork for what people can expect in terms of growth, development, and advancement at their organization.  For foundations navigating complex missions, evolving expectations, […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/stepping-back-investing-in-a-talent-development-strategy-grounded-in-your-employee-value-proposition/feed/ 0 How Fiscal Sponsorship Can Be a Catalyst for Impact in Uncertain Times https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-fiscal-sponsorship-can-be-a-catalyst-for-impact-in-uncertain-times/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-fiscal-sponsorship-can-be-a-catalyst-for-impact-in-uncertain-times/#respond Thu, 21 Aug 2025 17:55:48 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22774 In the philanthropic sector, going from a great idea to real-world impact requires both speed and confidence. As problem solvers and collaborators, we help philanthropists and changemakers navigate these complexities with proven tools for maximizing impact and ensuring stability, especially in a time of funding and regulatory uncertainty. One powerful tool is fiscal sponsorship, a […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-fiscal-sponsorship-can-be-a-catalyst-for-impact-in-uncertain-times/feed/ 0 Navigating Today’s Environment with Integrity, Transparency, and Purpose https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/navigating-todays-environment-with-integrity-transparency-and-purpose/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/navigating-todays-environment-with-integrity-transparency-and-purpose/#respond Fri, 08 Aug 2025 14:02:42 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22764 At Arabella Advisors, we are proud to work alongside philanthropists, foundations, and social sector leaders who are committed to building stronger, more sustainable communities and a healthier, more just world. Every day, we see the power of philanthropy to drive meaningful change – strengthening democracy, tackling climate change, improving education and health systems, and supporting […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/navigating-todays-environment-with-integrity-transparency-and-purpose/feed/ 0 Building Organizational Resilience in Times of Uncertainty https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/building-organizational-resilience-in-times-of-uncertainty/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/building-organizational-resilience-in-times-of-uncertainty/#respond Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:57:02 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22704 Over the past couple of years, we’ve heard from clients a perhaps unlikely insight—a kind of wistful nostalgia for how quickly and decisively their organizations were able to move during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic. At that time, there were policy and funding opportunities in place to reduce the impact of COVID and, […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/building-organizational-resilience-in-times-of-uncertainty/feed/ 0 Redefining Family Legacy: Helping Families Build Impactful Futures https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/redefining-family-legacy-helping-families-build-impactful-futures/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/redefining-family-legacy-helping-families-build-impactful-futures/#respond Wed, 09 Jul 2025 15:51:09 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22696 Arabella Advisors has always believed that families function at their best when their wealth management reflects their values, their collaboration strengthens their bonds, and their vision for the future is purpose-driven. For many ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) families, philanthropy is no longer an afterthought but a pillar of their identity and future—yet turning this from idea to […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/redefining-family-legacy-helping-families-build-impactful-futures/feed/ 0 Funding Freedom with Pride and Purpose: A Conversation with Katie Hultquist https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/funding-freedom-with-pride-and-purpose-a-conversation-with-katie-hultquist/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/funding-freedom-with-pride-and-purpose-a-conversation-with-katie-hultquist/#respond Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:28:57 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22689 While spending a busy week in Oxford, UK at the Skoll World Forum, I was fortunate to meet Katie Hultquist (she / her), the Director of Leadership Giving at Outright International, at an event hosted by organizations focused on promoting the health and wellbeing of LGBTQIA+ folks worldwide. Through our conversation, I learned about her […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/funding-freedom-with-pride-and-purpose-a-conversation-with-katie-hultquist/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Wins Top Industry Honor for Global Philanthropic Leadership https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-wins-top-industry-honor-for-global-philanthropic-leadership/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-wins-top-industry-honor-for-global-philanthropic-leadership/#respond Mon, 30 Jun 2025 18:04:27 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-honored-with-best-family-office-management-consultancy-award-copy/ Arabella Advisors is proud to announce that it has been named the winner in the “Philanthropy Consultancy (Americas)” category at the 2025 WealthBriefing Wealth for Good Awards. The honor recognizes Arabella’s global leadership in providing administrative, operational and strategic support to nonprofits, foundations and individual donors across the Americas.   Presented annually, the Wealth for Good […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-wins-top-industry-honor-for-global-philanthropic-leadership/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Honored with Best Family Office Management Consultancy Award at 2025 Family Wealth Report Awards https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-honored-with-best-family-office-management-consultancy-award/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-honored-with-best-family-office-management-consultancy-award/#respond Wed, 14 May 2025 13:47:23 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-names-mark-loch-copy/ Arabella Advisors is proud to announce that it has been honored with a distinguished award at the 2025 Family Wealth Report Awards, earning recognition for its leadership and innovation in Family Office Management Consultancy. This award reflects Arabella’s commitment to supporting ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families as they navigate the complex intersection of wealth, values, and […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-honored-with-best-family-office-management-consultancy-award/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Names Mark Loch As Head of Redstone Consulting https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-names-mark-loch/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-names-mark-loch/#respond Fri, 09 May 2025 20:46:03 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-barbara-spitzer-copy-copy/ Arabella Advisors today announced the appointment of Mark Loch as Head of Redstone Consulting. In this role, Loch will lead Arabella’s consulting practice, overseeing both the Advisory team and the Redstone Strategy team. Nathan Huttner, who previously served as Head of Consulting, will remain in a senior leadership role as Managing Director, Head of Practice […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-names-mark-loch/feed/ 0 Are Women Donors the Key to Unlocking More Giving? https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/are-women-donors-the-key-to-unlocking-more-giving/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/are-women-donors-the-key-to-unlocking-more-giving/#respond Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:23:09 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22593 With an estimated $35 trillion set to transfer into women’s hands over the coming decade, women are poised to reshape the philanthropic landscape. Women already control one-third of U.S. household assets and influence 85% of family philanthropy decisions, yet remain underserved by wealth management and donor advisory sectors traditionally designed around men’s needs. Studies show […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/are-women-donors-the-key-to-unlocking-more-giving/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Hires Barbara Spitzer as Chief People Officer https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-barbara-spitzer/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-barbara-spitzer/#respond Wed, 08 Jan 2025 16:04:13 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-allan-williams-copy/ Arabella Advisors proudly welcomes Barbara Spitzer as Chief People Officer, effective December 4, 2024. Spitzer brings extensive experience in human resource management, executive leadership and nonprofit consulting, making her uniquely qualified to lead Arabella’s People Team and advance its efforts to foster a positive, inclusive, and empowering workplace.  “Barbara is a dynamic leader with deep […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-barbara-spitzer/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Hires Allan Williams as Senior Vice President of Partner Solutions https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-allan-williams/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-allan-williams/#respond Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:27:27 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-janna-freed-copy/ Arabella Advisors proudly welcomes Allan Williams as Senior Vice President of Partner Solutions, effective December 2, 2024. Williams brings 25 years of experience as a management consultant and finance and operations executive to the role, as well as a deep passion for advancing the education, well-being, and economic empowerment of underserved communities.  “Allan is an […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-allan-williams/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Hires Janna Freed as Deputy General Counsel https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-janna-freed/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-janna-freed/#respond Tue, 10 Dec 2024 18:38:39 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-luis-rodriguez-copy/ Arabella Advisors proudly welcomes Janna Freed as its new Deputy General Counsel, effective November 18, 2024. Freed brings extensive experience in philanthropy, nonprofit operations, and nonprofit tax law to the role, bolstering Arabella’s ability to deliver outstanding service to its clients while managing risk and executing business goals effectively. “I am delighted to welcome Janna […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-janna-freed/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Acquires New Assets to Expand Technology-Driven Fiscal Sponsorship Solutions https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-acquires-fiscal-sponsorship-technology/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-acquires-fiscal-sponsorship-technology/#respond Wed, 04 Dec 2024 19:54:08 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/tech-together-a-reflection-on-the-future-of-public-interest-technology-copy/ Today Arabella Advisors announced the acquisition of the assets of Ribbon, a fiscal sponsorship technology solution. This acquisition includes Ribbon’s client contracts, a perpetual license to its software and domain, and team members to support the technology. The investment marks a significant step forward in Arabella’s commitment to expanding its suite of services and advancing […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-acquires-fiscal-sponsorship-technology/feed/ 0 Tech Together: A Reflection on the Future of Public Interest Technology https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/tech-together-a-reflection-on-the-future-of-public-interest-technology/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/tech-together-a-reflection-on-the-future-of-public-interest-technology/#respond Fri, 18 Oct 2024 18:45:59 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22532 On September 24, during the UN General Assembly and Climate Week in New York, I had the privilege of gathering with over 200 philanthropists, policymakers, nonprofits, change agents, and practitioners to discuss our shared goals of building a digital future that is ethical, inclusive, and equitable. Tech Together, a full day event to catalyze a global […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/tech-together-a-reflection-on-the-future-of-public-interest-technology/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Hires Luis Rodriguez as Chief Technology Officer https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-luis-rodriguez/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-luis-rodriguez/#respond Thu, 05 Sep 2024 13:14:59 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-tracy-s-harris-copy/ Arabella Advisors proudly welcomes Luis Rodriguez as its new Chief Technology Officer, effective August 12, 2024. With a proven track record in technology leadership and innovation, Rodriguez will play a crucial role in advancing Arabella’s technology platform and strategic vision. “I am thrilled to welcome Luis Rodriguez to Arabella Advisors as our Chief Technology Officer. […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-luis-rodriguez/feed/ 0 For Funders Easing into Advocacy, These Resources Can Help https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/for-funders-easing-into-advocacy-these-resources-can-help/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/for-funders-easing-into-advocacy-these-resources-can-help/#respond Fri, 19 Jul 2024 19:39:27 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22504 Last month, I had the chance to connect with former colleagues and meet new friends at the Grantmakers In Health conference in Portland, Oregon. It was a wonderful opportunity to step away from my day-to-day work and reflect on the trends driving the health philanthropy field. I have spent the better part of the past […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/for-funders-easing-into-advocacy-these-resources-can-help/feed/ 0 With Contraception Under Attack, Three Strategies for Protecting Access https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/with-contraception-under-attack-three-strategies-for-protecting-access/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/with-contraception-under-attack-three-strategies-for-protecting-access/#respond Fri, 21 Jun 2024 17:30:43 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22492 A demonstration in Miami Beach using an inflatable IUD. Photo Credit: Americans for Contraception.  As women’s reproductive rights continue to come under attack across the United States, another frontline has emerged in the battle for bodily autonomy: access to contraception. For those who think it’s far-fetched to imagine millions of women suddenly being prohibited from […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/with-contraception-under-attack-three-strategies-for-protecting-access/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Welcomes Tracy S. Harris as Chief Financial Officer https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-tracy-s-harris/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-tracy-s-harris/#respond Wed, 19 Jun 2024 19:56:50 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-megan-cartier-copy/ Arabella Advisors is excited to announce the appointment of Tracy S. Harris as Chief Financial Officer.  Tracy Harris brings over 30 years of extensive experience in strategy, operations, finance, and governance to Arabella. Her distinguished career includes leadership roles in the public and private sectors. Currently, she serves on the boards of Bally’s Corporation, CareFirst […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-tracy-s-harris/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Hires Megan Cartier as Chief Marketing Officer https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-megan-cartier/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-megan-cartier/#respond Thu, 23 May 2024 17:21:01 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-michael-gordon-as-general-counsel-copy/ Arabella Advisors proudly welcomes Megan Cartier as its new Chief Marketing Officer. As a recognized marketing trailblazer and industry thought leader, Cartier brings a wealth of experience and proven track record in brand management and performance marketing to her new role. “I am thrilled to welcome Megan as she joins Arabella Advisors in the role […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-megan-cartier/feed/ 0 Exploring Tradeoffs: Choosing the Right Impact Vehicle for You https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/exploring-tradeoffs-choosing-the-right-impact-vehicle-for-you/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/exploring-tradeoffs-choosing-the-right-impact-vehicle-for-you/#respond Tue, 14 May 2024 22:50:05 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22454 At Arabella, our guiding framework is built on the conviction that the most impactful changemakers are those who use the full array of tools available to them, including charitable grantmaking, impact investing, and policy advocacy. Donors who are committed to deep, lasting change should seek to maximize the reach of their dollars by pulling multiple […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/exploring-tradeoffs-choosing-the-right-impact-vehicle-for-you/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Hires Michael Gordon as General Counsel https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-michael-gordon-as-general-counsel/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-michael-gordon-as-general-counsel/#respond Mon, 13 May 2024 14:36:19 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22448 We are excited to announce that Michael Gordon has joined Arabella Advisors as our new General Counsel. Gordon brings over two decades of legal, business, regulatory, compliance, and policy expertise to his new role. “Mike’s deep legal and compliance experience, coupled with his profound understanding of Arabella’s ethos, makes him an ideal fit for our […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-hires-michael-gordon-as-general-counsel/feed/ 0 Reimbursement-Based Government Grants Create Opportunity—and a Cashflow Crunch. Here’s What Funders and Nonprofits Can Do. https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/reimbursement-based-government-grants-create-opportunity-and-a-cashflow-crunch-heres-what-funders-and-nonprofits-can-do/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/reimbursement-based-government-grants-create-opportunity-and-a-cashflow-crunch-heres-what-funders-and-nonprofits-can-do/#respond Wed, 01 May 2024 21:30:44 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22441 With historic levels of federal funding available stemming from recent legislation—such as the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act—nonprofits have a choice to make: to pursue or not to pursue? These laws have created incredible opportunities for more nonprofits to access […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/reimbursement-based-government-grants-create-opportunity-and-a-cashflow-crunch-heres-what-funders-and-nonprofits-can-do/feed/ 0 The Giving Year Ahead: Trends in Grantmaking and Philanthropic Engagement for 2024 https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/the-giving-year-ahead-trends-in-grantmaking-and-philanthropic-engagement-for-2024/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/the-giving-year-ahead-trends-in-grantmaking-and-philanthropic-engagement-for-2024/#respond Mon, 12 Feb 2024 17:43:12 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22366 Thanks to our work with a wide variety of clients and partners, the team at Arabella has a unique view of the social sector and the philanthropic ecosystems that support it. Given that perch, we assembled a panel of contributors from across the firm to highlight key trends for 2024 in three broad areas: 1) […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/the-giving-year-ahead-trends-in-grantmaking-and-philanthropic-engagement-for-2024/feed/ 0 Four Takeaways from Our “Building the Foundations for AI”  Webinar https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-takeaways-from-our-building-the-foundations-for-ai-webinar/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-takeaways-from-our-building-the-foundations-for-ai-webinar/#respond Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:03:31 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22356 Just a few months ago, we held a webinar exploring philanthropy’s role in ensuring artificial intelligence (AI) tools are developed and deployed using a public interest technology lens. Then, in October, President Biden issued a landmark executive order (EO) that included new standards and best practices for government agencies to both leverage the potential and […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-takeaways-from-our-building-the-foundations-for-ai-webinar/feed/ 0 Scaling versus Catalyzing: A Choose-Your-Own-Adventure for Impact Investors https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/scaling-versus-catalyzing-a-choose-your-own-adventure-for-impact-investors/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/scaling-versus-catalyzing-a-choose-your-own-adventure-for-impact-investors/#respond Tue, 14 Nov 2023 17:21:43 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22343 One of the most exciting aspects of designing and launching an impact investing program is that it can take many forms, depending on the goals and personality of the investor. “Success” will look different from investor to investor because we all have different goals, risk appetites, and ideas of what impact we want the portfolio […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/scaling-versus-catalyzing-a-choose-your-own-adventure-for-impact-investors/feed/ 0 Redstone Strategy Group has Joined Arabella Advisors https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/redstone-strategy-group-has-joined-arabella-advisors/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/redstone-strategy-group-has-joined-arabella-advisors/#respond Fri, 20 Jan 2023 21:10:49 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22172 Arabella Advisors announced today that Redstone Strategy Group has joined the Arabella team and will now operate as a division within Arabella’s Advisory Services practice. Operating from offices in Colorado, California, and New York, Redstone works alongside institutional foundations and leading nonprofits to help them address and solve many of the world’s most urgent and […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/redstone-strategy-group-has-joined-arabella-advisors/feed/ 0 Arabella Advisors Announces Acquisition of Kiwi Partners https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-announces-acquisition-of-kiwi-partners/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-announces-acquisition-of-kiwi-partners/#respond Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:46:23 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=22107 Union of two firms will increase their capacity to support nonprofits across the country and ultimately enable more philanthropic impact Arabella Advisors today announced the acquisition of Kiwi Partners, a New York-based firm that provides support in the form of nonprofit accounting, HR, and consulting services to a wide variety of nonprofit organizations. As a […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/arabella-advisors-announces-acquisition-of-kiwi-partners/feed/ 0 Navigating Change: Recommendations for Responsibly Managing Programmatic Transitions https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/navigating-change-recommendations-for-responsibly-managing-programmatic-transitions/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/navigating-change-recommendations-for-responsibly-managing-programmatic-transitions/#respond Fri, 19 Aug 2022 20:18:25 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=21395 As philanthropies implement their strategies, engage in learning, and assess their impact over time, changes to who, what, and how they fund are inevitable. Programmatic transitions can happen for a variety of reasons. Some strategies are time-bound and will naturally come to an end, and some funders may need to adapt their strategies in response […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/navigating-change-recommendations-for-responsibly-managing-programmatic-transitions/feed/ 0 Portfolio Values: Elevating DEI for Impact Investors https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/portfolio-values-elevating-dei-for-impact-investors/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/portfolio-values-elevating-dei-for-impact-investors/#respond Thu, 16 Jun 2022 14:15:40 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=20935 It has now been two years since the murder of George Floyd in the summer of 2020, which served as the catalyst to propel the issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from more progressive corners of public discourse to part of the mainstream conversation. At Arabella Advisors, I am proud to say that I […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/portfolio-values-elevating-dei-for-impact-investors/feed/ 0 Building An Economy for All https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/building-an-economy-for-all/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/building-an-economy-for-all/#respond Mon, 30 Aug 2021 21:40:36 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=20772 In February 2019, we published our report, An Economy for All: How Philanthropy Can Unlock Capital for Women Entrepreneurs and Entrepreneurs of Color through Inclusive Investing. The report presented a case for how philanthropy can better use its power to level the playing field of economic opportunity by increasing access to investment capital for people […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/building-an-economy-for-all/feed/ 0 Is Your Organization Ready for What Comes Next? https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/is-your-organization-ready-for-what-comes-next/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/is-your-organization-ready-for-what-comes-next/#respond Wed, 18 Nov 2020 22:35:17 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=20359 If you’re like many of our clients and partners, 2020 has been a year like no other in your organization’s history. A series of intersecting crises has prompted you to pivot programs, revise protocols, and/or adjust expectations on the fly. And now, even as you continue to grapple with how best to respond to evolving […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/is-your-organization-ready-for-what-comes-next/feed/ 0 Supporting Leaders in Early Childhood Care https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/supporting-leaders-in-early-childhood-care/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/supporting-leaders-in-early-childhood-care/#respond Fri, 29 May 2020 03:39:30 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=20064 The coronavirus pandemic has upended the early childhood sector, with many parents losing access to childcare and many childcare centers struggling from loss of income. According to a study from Morning Consult and the Bipartisan Policy Center, more than 90 percent of parents with young children are now navigating changes in their child care provider’s […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/supporting-leaders-in-early-childhood-care/feed/ 0 A Quick Guide to Great Direct Giving Options https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/a-quick-guide-to-great-direct-giving-options/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/a-quick-guide-to-great-direct-giving-options/#respond Thu, 21 May 2020 14:35:35 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=20041 In response to the coronavirus pandemic, the Arabella Advisors team has fielded multiple requests from philanthropists seeking to use direct giving and unconditional cash transfers to help those most affected. Donors can “give directly” in various ways, including via national and place-based nonprofit intermediaries who facilitate cash transfers, through grassroots crowdfunding campaigns, or by going […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/a-quick-guide-to-great-direct-giving-options/feed/ 0 Responding to COVID-19: The Kataly Foundation’s Approach https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/responding-to-covid-19-the-kataly-foundations-approach/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/responding-to-covid-19-the-kataly-foundations-approach/#respond Wed, 20 May 2020 17:04:56 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=20036 The coronavirus pandemic has forced foundations and philanthropists across the country to reexamine existing processes to better support grantees and the communities they serve. The Kataly Foundation is supporting recovery and resilience with a trust-based, equity-focused approach that others may find instructive. The Kataly Foundation was created in 2018 by Regan Pritzker and Chris Olin. […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/responding-to-covid-19-the-kataly-foundations-approach/feed/ 0 Supporting CDFIs to Build a More Equitable Post-COVID Economy https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/supportings-cdfis-to-build-a-more-equitable-post-covid-economy/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/supportings-cdfis-to-build-a-more-equitable-post-covid-economy/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2020 20:46:25 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=19926 In the wake of the current pandemic, philanthropy has an extraordinary opportunity to help steer the nation toward a more equitable economic future (see “An Economy for All”). Community development financial institutions (CDFIs) can play a crucial part in this essential work by building effective supports for both main-street small businesses and nonprofit organizations that […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/supportings-cdfis-to-build-a-more-equitable-post-covid-economy/feed/ 0 Four Features of Effective Donor Collaboratives https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-features-of-effective-donor-collaboratives/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-features-of-effective-donor-collaboratives/#respond Thu, 27 Jun 2019 18:36:04 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=18341 Over the last 14 years, the team at Arabella Advisors has had the privilege to partner with many of the most innovative donors in the country to design, build, and manage a wide range of donor collaboratives. Addressing issues from food policy to disaster recovery to student success, these collaboratives include different partners, tackle different […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-features-of-effective-donor-collaboratives/feed/ 0 Divest, Engage, or Both? https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/divest-engage-or-both/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/divest-engage-or-both/#respond Tue, 19 Mar 2019 15:35:14 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=16932 Following stories of JP Morgan’s recent decision to stop banking prisons, several friends and colleagues have asked us about the innovative techniques philanthropic investors are now using to advance their causes (including efforts aimed at over-incarceration, which the Arabella Advisors team has studied closely). At Arabella, we work every day with a wide range of clients who use sophisticated techniques and strategies to deploy their investment capital in pursuit of social good. Those techniques and strategies go well beyond just screening out problematic investments […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/divest-engage-or-both/feed/ 0 Investing to Strengthen the Good Food Supply Chain https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/investing-to-strengthen-the-good-food-supply-chain/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/investing-to-strengthen-the-good-food-supply-chain/#respond Tue, 22 Mar 2016 16:45:10 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=10417 As Americans’ desire for healthier, more sustainable food options increases, the good food marketplace is rapidly maturing, creating opportunities for investors to drive social, environmental, and financial returns.   At Arabella, we believe the recipe for a Good Food system has three essential ingredients:  A culture that demands good food  An infrastructure that supplies good […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/investing-to-strengthen-the-good-food-supply-chain/feed/ 0 Why Strategic Philanthropy (Almost) Always Involves Advocacy https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/why-strategic-philanthropy-almost-always-involves-advocacy/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/why-strategic-philanthropy-almost-always-involves-advocacy/#respond Mon, 01 Feb 2016 16:46:16 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=10339 To scale up their impact in the coming decade, philanthropists will benefit from working closely with, and employing the tools of, advocates. Their efforts to do so are already creating new opportunities.   When pursued strategically, philanthropy and advocacy are like two sides of the same coin. Their practitioners both take action in service of […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/why-strategic-philanthropy-almost-always-involves-advocacy/feed/ 0 Tips for Governing an Evolving Donor Collaborative https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/tips-for-governing-an-evolving-donor-collaborative/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/tips-for-governing-an-evolving-donor-collaborative/#respond Fri, 09 Oct 2015 15:56:04 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=10024 Joining with other funders to achieve common goals can be powerful—that is, if the collaborative’s governance structure aligns with its goals and needs.   Selecting the governance model for a co-funding effort is a choice that can make or break a collaborative partnership. Determining the best ways to make decisions, communicate externally, expand or exit […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/tips-for-governing-an-evolving-donor-collaborative/feed/ 0 How Investing in Advocacy Successfully Challenged Mass Incarceration https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-investing-in-advocacy-successfully-challenged-mass-incarceration/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-investing-in-advocacy-successfully-challenged-mass-incarceration/#respond Mon, 21 Sep 2015 23:35:08 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=9985 Funders in California went beyond grant making by using advocacy to help end mass incarceration. Here are three important lessons learned along the way.   Funders increasingly recognize the need to engage in advocacy to advance social and environmental change, but often find it challenging to identify effective vehicles and work within their constraints. Ballot […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-investing-in-advocacy-successfully-challenged-mass-incarceration/feed/ 0 Essentials of Impact Investing: A New Guide for Small-Staffed Foundations https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/essentials-of-impact-investing-a-new-guide-for-small-staffed-foundations/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/essentials-of-impact-investing-a-new-guide-for-small-staffed-foundations/#respond Wed, 09 Sep 2015 12:55:25 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=9805 Every foundation, regardless of size, can now effectively engage in impact investing. Working with our partners at Mission Investors Exchange and Exponent Philanthropy, we’ve written the book on how.   Once an experimental practice, impact investing has begun to move squarely into the mainstream. A much wider range of investors is getting involved, even as […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/essentials-of-impact-investing-a-new-guide-for-small-staffed-foundations/feed/ 0 Three Forces Pushing Philanthropy Beyond Grant Making https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/three-forces-pushing-philanthropy-beyond-grant-making/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/three-forces-pushing-philanthropy-beyond-grant-making/#respond Mon, 06 Jul 2015 15:19:44 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=9643 Philanthropy is now in a period of profound transition and innovation. What’s driving the change?   For the past several months, we’ve been exploring what we believe is a shift in philanthropy’s fundamental paradigm, a critical movement toward new models for achieving social change that extend well beyond traditional grant making. (See our article on this topic […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/three-forces-pushing-philanthropy-beyond-grant-making/feed/ 0 Set Your New Foundation Up for Success https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/set-your-new-foundation-up-for-success/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/set-your-new-foundation-up-for-success/#respond Mon, 15 Dec 2014 15:39:46 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=9128 Establishing a foundation is relatively easy with the help of good advisors. But building a family foundation that engineers long-term impact and engages multiple family members takes vision, strategic planning, and a commitment of both resources and time. The more thought you can give up front to structuring a foundation that fits your goals and […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/set-your-new-foundation-up-for-success/feed/ 0 Four More Reasons to Evaluate https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-more-reasons-to-evaluate/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-more-reasons-to-evaluate/#respond Mon, 17 Nov 2014 20:16:00 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=9090 Supporting grantee evaluation can help you increase your impact in ways you may not have considered.   Evaluating grantee impact can provide important data to keep an organization accountable for achieving its goals and to help it make informed decisions about programs and strategy. But there are other, less obvious, benefits to conducting evaluations. We […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/four-more-reasons-to-evaluate/feed/ 0 Amplify Your Impact by Convening Grantees Effectively https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/amplify-your-impact-by-convening-grantees-effectively/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/amplify-your-impact-by-convening-grantees-effectively/#respond Fri, 25 Jul 2014 14:20:34 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=8886 In-person convenings are time-intensive to plan and expensive to execute. But, if you keep desired outcomes in mind throughout the design, such gatherings can greatly enhance the impact of your grant making.   Funders seeking to increase the impact of their grant-making programs and make progress on pressing social issues are often tempted to bring […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/amplify-your-impact-by-convening-grantees-effectively/feed/ 0 How Wealth Advisors Can Facilitate Impact Investments https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-wealth-advisors-can-facilitate-impact-investments/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-wealth-advisors-can-facilitate-impact-investments/#respond Wed, 02 Jul 2014 15:01:54 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=8836 As high-net-worth individuals and families increasingly seek to make positive social and environmental impact with their investments, wealth managers are facing the challenge of incorporating impact investing into their practice. One out of every nine dollars under professional management in the United States is invested for positive social and/or environmental impact. That number will only […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-wealth-advisors-can-facilitate-impact-investments/feed/ 0 Advice for Funders Launching New Organizations https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/advice-for-funders-launching-new-organizations/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/advice-for-funders-launching-new-organizations/#respond Tue, 13 Aug 2013 18:33:16 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=6603 At Arabella, we have worked with dozens of funders to incubate new organizations and have noted the difference that a well thought-out planning process, as well as flexibility and partnership on the part of donors, can make. Without proper planning support, new organizations can struggle to define their mission and theory of action and consequently encounter […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/advice-for-funders-launching-new-organizations/feed/ 0 How Philanthropists Can Help Companies Achieve Profit with a Purpose https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-philanthropists-can-help-companies-achieve-profit-with-a-purpose/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-philanthropists-can-help-companies-achieve-profit-with-a-purpose/#comments Tue, 14 May 2013 13:36:02 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=6149 In recent years, companies have greatly increased transparency around their supply chains including efforts to improve purchasing practices, reduce environmental impacts, and improve workers’ rights. While these efforts are commendable, we need to employ truly sustainable supplier practices across and throughout entire industries and supply chains. While supply-chain management may seem like a corporate issue, […]

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]]> https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/how-philanthropists-can-help-companies-achieve-profit-with-a-purpose/feed/ 1 Begin Next-Generation Engagement by Defining Why, then How https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/begin-next-generation-engagement-by-defining-why-then-how/ https://www.arabellaadvisors.com/blog/begin-next-generation-engagement-by-defining-why-then-how/#comments Mon, 11 Mar 2013 18:07:46 +0000 https://arabella-st.peaktwo.com/?p=5747 There is a lot of (healthy) buzz around the importance of preparing future generations to be effective stewards of the philanthropic assets they stand poised to inherit. Numerous organizations have developed deep expertise in these issues, and there is almost always a panel (or two) on this topic at every family philanthropy conference. The messages are starting […]

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