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Philanthropy Audits

​Use Historical Data to Illuminate Your Giving Journey with a Comprehensive Philanthropy Audit.
At Blackbird Advisors, we firmly believe that understanding your past is key to shaping your future, especially when it comes to philanthropy. That's why we offer comprehensive philanthropy audits, designed to help you make sense of your philanthropic journey and pave the way for strategic growth.

What is a philanthropy audit, you might ask? Think of it as a deep dive into your company's philanthropic activities. It's an exploration of where you've been, where you are, and where you're heading. And it's an essential step in creating a strategic philanthropy and community outreach plan that aligns with your business growth goals, employee engagement efforts, and marketing plans.

Our team of seasoned philanthropy advisors will meticulously analyze your giving history, reviewing past and current philanthropic activities, and assessing giving by geography, cause, and impact. We also benchmark your workplace policies and combine this information with employee engagement metrics to provide a holistic picture of your philanthropy’s influence on both your company and the community.

​Our philanthropy audit ensures that your giving aligns with this ideal, truly serving the community while reinforcing your company's mission and values.

Once the audit is complete, we'll present our findings and recommendations to your leadership team, providing a clear roadmap for your future philanthropy endeavors. You'll have a detailed, summarized account of your past giving, which not only helps guide future decisions but also serves as a powerful tool for telling your company's story of impact.

At Blackbird Advisors, we're committed to making philanthropy more strategic, more meaningful, and more impactful. Are you ready to gain a deeper understanding of your philanthropic journey and use that knowledge to drive positive change?

Reach out to Blackbird Advisors today. Let's illuminate your philanthropic path together and shape a future where your business thrives and your community flourishes.

Because at the end of the day, the goal of philanthropy isn't just about giving—it's about making a difference. Let's make that difference together.

HOW WE HELP CLIENTS
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Use Data to Measure Impact
By analyzing data on past giving, you can assess the outcomes and effectiveness of your philanthropic efforts. You will be able to track and measure key metrics, understand the social impact created, and make informed decisions to optimize future charitable initiatives.​

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"Surplus wealth is a sacred trust which its possessor is bound to administer in his lifetime for the good of the community." - Andrew Carnegie
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Uncover Philanthopy Stories
Communicate your philanthropic endeavors, engage stakeholders emotionally, and create a meaningful connection. Amplify your impact by inspiring others, fostering trust, and motivating collective action towards shared social goals.
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​Understand Your Past to Plan for the Future
Understanding philanthropy giving and volunteer history provides valuable insights into the patterns, preferences, and impact of past efforts. This knowledge helps shape a strategic plan for the future by identifying areas of focus, optimizing resource allocation, and maximizing the positive outcomes of future philanthropic initiatives.


FEATURED STORY
What should you "call" your company's charity and volunteering activities program? If you are a business owner, executive, or business leader working to make the world a better place through corporate giving and volunteerism, you may find yourself wondering how to make sense of it all. With so many terms thrown around that are used to describe business activities in philanthropy, which one can you use to help you benchmark and improve your company's Corporate Social Responsibility programs? Sometimes it's referred to as Corporate Responsibility and other times it's corporate citizenship or ESG. What is the difference of all these terms, or is there a difference at all? We hope to clear up some confusion on the topic of terminology in corporate philanthropy.  
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DATA MATTERS
10-15% Increase in Customer Loyalty
Research from the London School of Economics and Political Science found that companies with effective CSR initiatives had a 10-15% increase in customer loyalty and a 5-20% increase in revenue growth.
50% Reduction in Turnover
​The Journal of Business Ethics study found that companies with effective social impact measurement practices experienced a 13% increase in employee productivity and a 50% reduction in turnover costs.
20% More Investment Funds
The Deloitte report highlighted that companies adopting social impact measurement and reporting practices attracted 20% more investment funds, indicating increased access to capital and improved financial performance.

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Blackbird Philanthropy Advisors
1251 N. Eddy Street, Suite 200
South Bend, Indiana 46617
​[email protected]
​574-228-4079
Hours: M/T/W 10am-4pm
501(c)3 EIN: ​​82-4384536


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  • For Businesses
    • Philanthropy Planning
    • Philanthropy Audits
    • Employee Engagement
    • Cause Marketing
    • C-Suite Philanthropy
  • For Nonprofits
    • Fundraising Help
    • Marketing Communications
    • Website Facelifts
    • 501c3 Formation
    • How to Start a Nonprofit
  • Insights
    • Blog
    • Digital Tools for Business
    • Case Studies
    • Social Impact Measurement
    • Researching Nonprofits
    • Resources
  • About
    • Our Approach
    • Our Team
    • Giving Back
    • LinkedIn
    • Contact