I am the CEO and founder of Phīla Engaged Giving, a philanthropic advisory firm founded in 2017 that works with donors who are ready to activate their assets for social change. As an advisor and social impact specialist, I aim to build a world where philanthropy is a nurturing and equity-centered practice that connects wealth to the people and communities who need it most. My work helps donors achieve greater impact with their giving, more joy from it, and, if appropriate, engage the family in philanthropy. While not a financial advisor, I enjoy collaborating with other professional advisors to situate philanthropy in a client's overall financial or estate plan.*******Stephanie Ellis-Smith is a leader with nearly 30 years of experience in the non-profit and philanthropic sectors. She is widely known as a highly-analytical, warm, and efficient advisor to mission-driven donors. She has served as a non-profit CEO, a social enterprise COO, foundation trustee, business owner and board member, and community activist. Stephanie has been in every seat at the table and is uniquely qualified to be a thought partner to philanthropic families, individuals and entities. Stephanie's leadership inspires people to give with imagination, empirically-based reason, and authentic human connection. She is a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) and an experienced advisor in multi-generational family wealth and philanthropy.
Listed skills include Fundraising, Nonprofits, Community Development, Philanthropy, and 17 others.