Turn your ‘why’ into lasting social change.
Strategic philanthropy advisory for donors, foundations and families
Helping philanthropists turn generosity into lasting, meaningful change through thoughtful strategy, evidence-informed decision making and a deep understanding of the social sector.
Thoughtful giving starts with understanding
Many philanthropists want to make a meaningful contribution, but navigating the social sector can be challenging.
There are thousands of organisations doing valuable work. Social issues are complex. Evidence is often fragmented. And even with the best intentions, it can be difficult to know where funding will make the greatest difference.
The Changemakery helps philanthropists move from good intentions to informed action.
Whether you are making your first significant gift, developing a longer-term giving strategy, or reviewing an existing portfolio, I provide independent advice and research to help you give with confidence.
How I Help
Learn
Build your understanding of philanthropy, impact and Ireland's nonprofit sector.
Philanthropy Introduction Session
Focus
Clarify your values, priorities and vision for your giving.
Philanthropy Strategy Development
Understand
Build a deeper understanding of a social issue and identify opportunities for creating impact.
Landscape Research & Ecosystem Mapping
Act
Identify organisations and opportunities aligned with your goals.
Opportunity Identification & Due Diligence
Monitor & Evolve
Strengthen your giving through reflection, learning and ongoing support.
Why Work With The Changemakery?
My career has been spent at the intersection of philanthropy, social impact and organisational leadership.
I have worked across fundraising, grantmaking, impact measurement and executive leadership, giving me a unique perspective on how resources flow through the social sector and how meaningful change is created. From supporting organisations to secure funding, to establishing national programmes, managing grant rounds and leading mission-driven organisations, I have seen firsthand what helps social initiatives thrive - and what can hold them back.
This perspective from both sides of the funding relationship, combined with deep sector knowledge, allows me to help philanthropists move beyond good intentions towards informed, effective and thoughtful giving.
New to Philanthropy?
Start with a Philanthropy Introduction Session
A half-day introduction to Ireland's nonprofit sector, philanthropy, impact and systems change.
Designed for people who want to make informed giving decisions grounded in a strong understanding of how social change happens.
Recent Client Work
Education Research & Philanthropy Strategy
Helping a philanthropist move from a broad interest in education to a focused funding strategy through sector research, ecosystem mapping and opportunity identification.