Supporting and Strengthening Philanthropic Families and the Professionals who Serve Them

Supporting and Strengthening Philanthropic Families and the Professionals who Serve Them

Hammer & Associates is a global philanthropy advisory firm helping philanthropic families create an impactful strategy of giving that reflects each family’s unique values.

Let’s work together to make an impact.

Meaningful, impactful change

We form deep, long-term relationships with private foundations, family offices, and the advisors who serve them, helping philanthropic individuals and families pair their passion with proven strategies.

 

We help you and your family office:

  • Realize your family's philanthropic potential
  • Plan and manage your giving – pairing your passion with strategy
  • Tend to the day-to-day administrative duties of giving, taking the burden off you and your staff
  • Train the next generation to manage and preserve wealth
  • Strengthen family relationships and communication
  • Manage transition points, including succession, change in assets, and spend down

Maximize your giving for the greatest impact and meaning--with no administrative burden on you or your staff.

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EngagedPhilanthropy™

EngagedPhilanthropy™ helps family offices worldwide plan and practice philanthropy that is both meaningful and measurable through a series of free downloadable toolkits.

We conducted qualitative research on philanthropy in family offices across the globe. This study revealed a pressing need for more resources, support, and sound advice on philanthropy geared specifically toward family offices.

We created a free downloadable toolkit series titled EngagedPhilanthropy™ to help address this need.

View the Toolkits

About Hammer & Associates

Hammer & Associates is a global philanthropy advisory firm helping philanthropic families create an impactful strategy of giving that reflects each family’s unique values.

We prioritize building strong, enduring relationships with our clients. This cornerstone of respect and trust allows us to present well-rounded research and advice to help families strengthen and strategize their giving.

We have the experience and professionalism to handle anything and everything from daily administrative tasks to enhancing family communication, to navigating transition points and training future generations in foundation management.

Meet The Team

"Thanks for your professionalism, thoughtfulness, and always thinking a few steps ahead of each decision and how it relates to the whole picture of our family and grantees."

Gen 2 Family Member

Family Foundation

"We knew how much you would care about our family and our foundation. That we wouldn't just be another cog in the wheel." 

Family Member

Charitable Foundation

"Other advisors care about our money, you care about our soul." 

Family Patriarch

"We knew we could immediately trust you." 

Family Matriarch

"Hammer & Associates is by far the most savvy and rigorous consultancy I’ve encountered. Their knowledge of foundations, funding trends, partnerships, and cultivating relationships is unparalleled—and they manage to make the work both fun and enriching. They are a true treasure."

David Wyatt

Advisor

About Hammer & Associates

Hammer & Associates is a global philanthropy advisory firm helping philanthropic families create an impactful strategy of giving that reflects each family’s unique values.

We prioritize building strong, enduring relationships with our clients. This cornerstone of respect and trust allows us to present well-rounded research and advice to help families strengthen and strategize their giving.

We have the experience and professionalism to handle anything and everything from daily administrative tasks to enhancing family communication, to navigating transition points and training future generations in foundation management.

Meet the Team

Philanthropy that is purpose-driven, joyful, and impactful.

Let’s work together to make an impact.