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Here we spotlight recent news, media, and moments featuring our clients and team as they shape what’s next in philanthropy.

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Why I’m Excited to Join the Board of Doing Good, Well

Philanthropy is rarely straightforward. At Building Impact Partners, we embrace that complexity: today’s societal issues pose complex problems that require...

By Mike Wang

11 / 11 / 25

Welcoming Nicole Brisbane, Our New Partner at Building Impact Partners

New Hire Q&A: Nicole Brisbane, Partner Nicole Brisbane recently became a partner at Building Impact Partners following several years as...

By Building Impact

05 / 13 / 25

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Welcoming Latricia Barksdale, Our New Chief Operating Officer

New Hire Q&A: Latricia Barksdale, Chief Operating Officer We’re thrilled to welcome Latricia Barksdale as our new Chief Operating Officer...

By Building Impact

04 / 17 / 25

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Accelerating Action in Philanthropy for International Women’s Day

When I agreed to step into the role of president at Building Impact Partners, I shared with my colleagues that...

By Caitlin Hannon

03 / 06 / 25

New Year, New Leadership, New Landscape

As 2024 winds down, we at Building Impact Partners are reflecting on the year in philanthropy and looking ahead to...

By Building Impact

12 / 17 / 24

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What philanthropy can learn from the Olympics (and Simone Biles)

In social impact work we tend to wear many hats, but I was recently surprised to learn how many of...

By Caitlin Hannon

08 / 09 / 24

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The Balancing Act of Philanthropic Impact

No one philanthropist or foundation can do everything well, and no one philanthropist or foundation can solve all of the...

By Tanis Klingler

06 / 28 / 24

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How to Get $200B Off the Sidelines

As a working mom with four kids under seven, I’ve learned to adjust the expectations I have for motherhood. My...

By Caitlin Hannon

03 / 25 / 24

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Money with Meaning: A Guide to Creating Joy and Impact through Philanthropy

In 2021, at the height of a global pandemic, 98 new billionaires joined the Forbes list in America alone. Collectively,...

By Alex Johnston

12 / 14 / 23

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What a Lasting Marriage and Good Philanthropy Have in Common

This holiday season my wife and I are celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary. Ever the philosopher, my 13-year-old son asked...

By Mike Wang

12 / 08 / 23

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