​Driving innovative and impactful change through philanthropy.

Background
Blackbird Philanthropy Advisors works with successful families and businesses to give them tools to become active, strategic philanthropists in their communities.  Blackbird also guides nonprofit leaders to amplify their mission through professional fundraising, communications, and special events. We are located in South Bend, Indiana and work with businesses, families, and nonprofits throughout the United States. 

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Our Approach
With business and family philanthropists, we measure ROI through a social impact study based on giving priorities, goals, and growth projections. We work closely with leaders to develop a clear philanthropy path to make sure they're stretching their dollars and making the biggest impact possible. Many philanthropists wonder if their donations work -- Blackbird is here to make sure of it.

We use data and strategy to make informed decisions in philanthropy. 

We form meaningful connections by linking businesses and social change leaders. 

We encourage taking smart risks as a path toward greater social impact.

We form connections to link businesses with social change leaders.

We are in a constant state of adaptation and growth through reflection.

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We increase value on corporate social investments through strategic philanthropy.

We develop formal systems to promote benefits on charitable giving. Make a meaningful impact with ease.  By working with Blackbird, you won't have to wonder "Are we making a difference or wasting our money?" You'll know.  Explore Our Case Studies and Resources.

 

We take a comprehensive approach toward investing for impact.

Today’s challenges require diverse models and tools to drive change. Philanthropy, entrepreneurship, impact investing, and advocacy cannot be siloed if we are to actually solve today’s challenges. We push the boundaries with every dollar and idea, looking for ways to compound impact using every tool at our disposal. For decades, we’ve been innovating in how we invest for impact, looking across sectors, asset classes, and investment types for social and environmental impact.