During this free training you will learn: 

✔ The #1 reason your giving feels scattered, and the simple fix that brings clarity fast

✔ Why waiting for the “perfect moment” is quietly costing you the impact you want to have

✔ My 3-step formula to create a clear, confident giving plan without overwhelm or endless research

✔ How to stop giving out of guilt or obligation and start supporting what truly matters to you

✔ The one thing you should NEVER do if you want your philanthropy to feel meaningful and energizing

✔ How to involve your family—without conflict, pressure, or herding cats

Hi, I’m Kris Putnam-Walkerly, a philanthropy advisor, author, and donor with over 25 years of experience helping affluent individuals, families, family offices, and foundations transform their giving to create meaningful impact through strategic philanthropy.

Whether someone is just beginning their philanthropic journey or looking to bring more clarity and strategy to years of giving, I’ve seen how easy it is to feel uncertain about what to do next. One of my clients, Rebecca, was in exactly that position.

She knew she wanted to make a difference, but wasn’t sure where to start. Like many affluent individuals, she had a strong desire to give back and a cause that deeply moved her: preventing unnecessary pet euthanasia due to unaffordable veterinary costs. But questions like “How do I focus my giving?” and “Where do I even begin?” kept her stuck.

Together, we changed that.

I helped Rebecca clarify her long-term vision and define the unique impact she wanted to make. We explored her values, passions, and lived experiences to identify the cause that mattered most to her. We then developed a clear, focused giving strategy, defined initial funding priorities, and created a roadmap for launching and operating her foundation—one that reflected her purpose and allowed her to take bold, confident action.

Today, the Life Long Paws Foundation is up and running. Rebecca is making her first grants, partnering with experts, and building a growing movement to make pet healthcare more accessible for everyone. This is what’s possible when you stop spinning your wheels and start building a plan.

Through Family Philanthropy Simplified, I’m here to guide you in creating a strategic, impactful giving plan that resonates with your vision and drives real change. Let’s work together to ensure your wealth creates a lasting legacy, benefiting generations to come.