Strategic philanthropy
for a better world
Advising individuals, foundations, and organizations
on impactful private giving
Vision. Connections create impact
Philanthropy is about transforming societies to the better. The challenge is how to engage in the best way possible, creating most impact. We advise organizations in improving their performance in the philanthropic sector and accompany individuals in achieving their philanthropic goals.
We are experts in improving results through strategic thinking. The meaning of our engagement stems from the connections we form. We work in partnership with you, giving orientation in the complex and dynamic world of social change, linking people, expertise and thematic areas. Our work is about imagining the world we want to live in and putting in place effective processes contributing to this end.
What would you like to achieve? How would you like to shape the future? Contact us and let us explore how we can move forward together.
Services. Tailor-made for you
NGOs
Developing and implementing comprehensive strategies for better results especially in major donor relations, legacy giving, and engagement with foundations.
We provide a systemic fundraising approach, aligning fundraising requirements with project priorities. By integrating different stakeholders of an organization, we create synergies and point out opportunities for better efficiency. Our process-oriented approach facilitates improved impact and sustainable organizational development.
Individuals and Families
Together, we find the path to the impact you seek. We explore your goals for philanthropic giving.
Based on your wishes we develop comprehensive strategies for engagement and select impactful partner organizations. We report on supported projects, facilitate networking with beneficiaries and take care of all administrative details. Partnering with us allows you to directly experience the change your support brings to the world.
Foundations
Advising on the creation and successful operation of foundations, we assist in strengthening your foundations impact. We develop focused strategies based on your foundation's mission while taking into account the organizational capabilities.
We are a reliable partner at all stages of the foundation's development: establishment of a new foundation including legal and administrative requirements, identifying programmatic priorities and monitoring of projects, building strategic partnerships and creating visibility, supporting the foundations’ committees and day-to-day operation.
Companies
Successful strategies for corporate social responsibility beyond the market. Based on your core products and principles we help you in defining the value proposition that philanthropic engagement brings to your company.
Working with stakeholders across departments, we identify suitable charitable projects and create reporting mechanisms engaging staff and customers alike. If you wish to consolidate your social engagement, we accompany you in establishing your own philanthropic structure, for example in the form of a corporate foundation.
People. Make the difference
Friederike
Schir
I am passionate about working with people who believe we can make the world a better place - and together we make a difference.
Friederike has extensive experience working in ressource development with not-for-profit organizations and advising individuals in their philanthropic engagement.
Her thematic focus areas are the humanitarian and development cooperation sector as well as international cultural projects.
Voices. Share the experience
"Working with Friederike Schir for several years, I especially appreciate her holistic approach to philanthropy. Her strategic skills and in-depth knowledge of major gift and legacy fundraising supported the successful implementation of our major donor fundraising concepts and activities."
KATHRIN HARTKOPF
National Director
Plan International Germany e.V.
"In her almost 20 years of experience, I watched Friederike Schir carefully selecting social projects whose impact is palpable and far reaching. She has a talent to identify the donors' priorities and passion with them, and match it with the right projects around the globe, where the investment can make a real difference."
NOA MILMAN
Researcher
Department of Sociology
University of Copenhagen
"Friederike Schir's determination and experience were crucial in the advancement of The SIP projects worldwide and substantiating its global reputation. We were fortunate to work with her and benefited from her knowledge and generous attitude."
DR. AYA LURIE
former Chief Curator
Shpilman Institute for Photography
Director Herzliya Museum of Art
