About us

INTRODUCTION (+)

VISION (+)

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT (+)

VALUES (+)

CULTURE OF SUSTAINABILITY (+)

CODE OF ETHICS (+)

HISTORY (+)

STRATEGIC PARTNERS (+)

OUR PHILOSOPHY (+)

OUR PEOPLE (+)

INTRODUCTION

THINK. BUILD. LEAD.

Global Philanthropic Canada is part of a worldwide network of strategic management professionals. Our Senior Consultants deliver professional and affordable executive-level fundraising counsel to organizations of all sizes. Our proven results-oriented advice helps non-profits raise more money for mission.

Across Canada, our Senior Consultants have amassed over 450 years of strategic on-the-ground fundraising experience, raising more than $3.25 billion.

Our Canadian offices are in Moncton, Halifax, Montreal, Ottawa, Toronto, Winnipeg, Regina, Edmonton, Calgary, Vancouver and Victoria.

By working together to think, build, and lead, we will create more sustainable organizations.

Vision

Global Philanthropic was founded out of a commitment to spread the power of philanthropy as a transformative force for good. We work with non-profit organizations and philanthropists throughout Canada to help them fulfil their visions and dreams for a better world.

Our vision is to provide professional and affordable, executive-level, practitioner-based fundraising counsel at all levels. Our proven results-oriented advice helps non-profits raise more money for mission.

“The Board, and myself, were very pleased with the outcome of this relationship.” Clement Lanthier, President and CEO, Calgary Zoo

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT

We think, build and lead with you to create more sustainable organizations.

We are:

Thought leaders

You benefit from qualified skill sets in all aspects of fund development.
Sideways thinkers

You benefit from customized, creative solutions.
Trusted strategic advisers

You benefit from executive coaches who become part of your team, creating immediate traction.
Capacity builders

You benefit from lasting impact and a stronger, more sustainable organization.
Experienced practitioners

You benefit from best-practice wisdom and strategies from diverse organizations.
Integrated leaders

You benefit from easy access to national and international expertise.

“The unique value proposition if you work with Global is the major gift expertise and the best practice.” Mridula Joyner, Former VP, Philanthropy and Corporate Sponsorships, YMCA of Greater Toronto

Values

We are proud of the role we play to build the transformative impact of philanthropy around the world. We build knowledge and expertise in the philanthropic sector and we anchor our work in the highest standards of professional integrity.

Building philanthropic knowledge and best practice

Through publishing and lecturing, research, and benchmarking, we foster a better understanding of the philanthropic sector. Our professional development, training programs, mentoring and internship programs help spread fundraising best practices to professional practitioners in the philanthropic sector.
Working to the highest standards of client confidentiality

Confidentiality and discretion are critical to every aspect of our work. Many clients choose to keep their philanthropic endeavours out of the public eye, and we take this very seriously. We have built a reputation on maintaining discretion and operating under the strictest standards of confidentiality.
Transparent fee structures

We operate a transparent fee structure across our network of offices. We do not charge finders’ fees or commission on philanthropic contributions.
Making the world a better place

We give a percentage of our profits to philanthropic causes.

culture of sustainability

We are proud to promote an organizational culture of sustainability. From travel to teaching, consulting to counsel, we are committed to adopting sustainable practices.

The Sustainability Protocol is maintained by the President’s Office and is responsible for implementing, coordinating, and advancing existing and emerging sustainability programs and initiatives.

Travel
- We reduce our travel footprint by utilizing digital communications such as phone and Skype.
- We acquire offsetting carbon footprint credits whenever possible.
Waste reduction
- We provide all team members with EcoMug’s and water bottles for sustainable use.
- We encourage non-use of Styrofoam packaging from suppliers and vendors.
- We provide recycling containers at all office facilities.
- We encourage the minimization of paper usage through use of e-material distribution (i.e. invoices, proposals, contracts, final reports, etc.).
Engagement
- We have launched a regular sustainability awareness program for all Consultants.
- We have included sustainability on our new team member orientation and onboarding program.
- We promote sustainability efforts by all team members.
Policy & planning
- We regularly review our ongoing sustainability policy to incorporate changing social, economic and environmental factors.
- We embed sustainability principles in our revised Purchasing Policy.
Building
- We only occupy and lease space in buildings with a minimum SILVER LEED certification and energy sustainability policy.

cODE OF ETHICS

We are committed to our GPI Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct in all we do. These principles apply to members of our Board of Directors, senior management, contractors, Consultants and agents collectively referred to herein as “Employees and Others”. Commitment to our principles produces a positive workplace that reflects our values.

Fairness

Compensation for services rendered is market driven and determined in a manner that is equitable to both parties.
Integrity

We adhere to the highest standards of ethical and moral conduct in all aspects of business, guided by ‘The Golden Rule’ in all relationships. We subscribe to the Donor Bill of Rights, the Code of Ethical Principles and Standards of Professional Practice of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, and promote these with our clients. It is expected Clients will comply with all relevant laws and regulations including charitable registration with local authorities.
Respect

Relationships are guided by mutual respect, cooperation, and selflessness, maintaining honest and open communication that fosters a nurturing working environment.
Quality

We are committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all aspects of our work.
Creativity

We are committed to finding creative and innovative solutions and educational workshops, driven by results and outcomes beyond profits.

History

Established in 2002 in Hong Kong, and independently in Canada in 2010, Global Philanthropic has served over 400 unique clients worldwide. These have ranged from internationally respected health care research and treatment institutions to world-renowned arts organizations and prestigious institutions of higher learning. We have advised foundations committed to tackling hunger, poverty and disease on a global scale and philanthropists seeking to transform how individuals with traumatic injuries and treated and healed.

Critical dates

2002

Global Philanthropic International founded. Hong Kong office opened
2003

Australian offices established
2005

European offices established
2010

Canadian business established; Calgary office opened
2013

Vancouver office opened
2015

Ottawa & Toronto offices opened
2016

Victoria office opened
2017

Winnipeg, Montreal and Moncton offices opened
2017

Canadian business becomes independently owned. Maintains strategic brand alliance with the international Global Philanthropic family.
2018

Edmonton and Halifax offices opened
2019

Regina office opened

Partners

We are honoured to work with a select number of firms in the areas of recruitment and strategic alliances:

Recruitment partners

HumanEdge Global

We are delighted to form a strategic alliance with HumanEdge Global, a professional search company with offices across Canada, to provide executive search for advancement and development professionals across Canada (except in Quebec).

Learn more at HumanEdge Global.

Strategic alliances

BarterPay It Forward Foundation

Global Philanthropic Inc. has partnered with BarterPay It Forward Foundation to deliver a new system of funding that delivers value to charities for donations of gifts and services.

BarterPay is Canada’s only national business-to-business barter system headquartered in Hamilton, Ontario. Established in 1996, BarterPay helps businesses source goods and services without spending cash by bartering inventory and/or services.

In 2018, BarterPay brokered over $35 million in barter transactions between its member businesses. The network currently represents close to 4,000 businesses in 18 Canadian cities. BarterPay plans to open 15 new franchised locations and grow to 25,000+ members in the next three years. Learn more at www.barterpay.ca.
EAi - Engagement Analysis Inc.

We are delighted to form a strategic partnership with Engagement Analysis Inc., a Canadian consultancy operating since 2007 to conduct engagement research studies on institutions. EAi has clients across Canada, the UK and Australia.

EAi is proud to hold a repository of comparative data including over 300,000 responses to their surveys based upon the EAi Engagement Index©.

Learn more at Engagement Analysis Inc.
Global Advisory Associates

Global Advisory Associates is a US-located partner specializing in coaching CEO’s, C-level executives and leadership teams to help them fulfill their missions with efficiency, passion and unparalleled results. Their services include: CEO Business Coaching, Global Strategic Program Partnerships, Capital Campaign Management, Membership Development, NGO Organizational Development, International Business & Education Networking and Peer Advisory Group Management.

Learn more at Global Advisory Associates.

Professional memberships

Canadian Council for Advancement of Education

www.ccaecanada.org
Canadian Association of Gift Planners

www.cagp-acpdp.org
Association of Fundraising Professionals

Our Canadian Senior Consultants are members of AFP (Association of Fundraising Professionals).

Learn more at www.afpnet.org.
Council for the Advancement and Support of Education

Our Senior Consultants are members of CASE.

Learn more at www.case.org.
Association for Healthcare Philanthropy

We are a member of the Association for Healthcare Philanthropy.

Learn more at www.ahp.org.