Philan
Your friend in philanthropy

We bring purpose back
to the drawing board.

We help people give back and nonprofits grow. No jargon, no gatekeeping, just a clear path to giving back.

start by telling us who you are →
your launchpad

Sketch.Build.Launch.

Pick the next step that fits where you are. Every path starts on the drawing board.

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Sketch

The Chalkbox

$39/ month

Start in our Content Library. Whether you're new to philanthropy or leading a growing nonprofit, you'll find the resources and templates to outline your vision and sketch your first ideas.

Best Fit

Getting oriented and staying informed, no commitment required.

Build

The Drawing Board

$495one-time*

Turn those ideas into a plan. Work with an advisor in a dedicated session to build a personalized giving plan or operational roadmap — one that's intentional and matched to your goals.

Best Fit

People ready for one focused working session with an advisor.

* or hourly

Launch

Friends of Philan

Join Usqualifying criteria*

Are you an independent advisor or represent a firm accepting new clients? Apply to Friends of Philan — our community of advisors matched to emerging donors with shared values.

  • ✓Matched to emerging donors with shared values
  • ✓Community of independent advisors & emergent firms
  • ✓Visibility within the Philan network
  • ✓Shared resources & referrals

* Friends must meet qualifying criteria

"Your purpose is more than a passion — it's a movement waiting to be drawn out."
our clients are…

Bold, in good company.

Donors of Color Network
Dispersion Philanthropy
New Media Ventures
Daylight Advisors
Donors of Color Network
Dispersion Philanthropy
New Media Ventures
Daylight Advisors
how it works

Every path starts with a sketch.

  1. 01

    Sketch

    Start in our Content Library. Whether you're new to philanthropy or leading a growing nonprofit, you'll find the resources and templates to outline your vision and sketch your first ideas.

  2. 02

    Build

    Turn those ideas into a plan. Work with an advisor in a dedicated session to build a personalized giving plan or operational roadmap — one that's intentional and matched to your goals.

  3. 03

    Launch

    Bring it to life. Connect with our network of vetted advisors and partners to launch with confidence — mobilizing resources, engaging your audience, and making an impact.

Let Philan be your first step.

Every path to giving well starts with a conversation. Ours is free.

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FAQS

Frequently asked questions

What does a philanthropy advisor do?+

A philanthropy advisor helps you turn generosity into a plan — clarifying your goals, mapping out how to give (time, money, platform, or network), and connecting you with the right people to execute it.

Who does Philan work with?+

Philan works with two groups: individuals — often Gen Z, Millennial, and Gen Alpha athletes, entrepreneurs, content creators, and streamers — building a personal giving plan, and nonprofits with $750K–$5M in annual revenue building fundraising capacity.

How much does it cost to work with Philan?+

For individuals, entry points are The Chalk Box ($39/month) for content and templates, and The Drawing Board ($495 one-time) for a single advising session. Clients who continue with Philan long-term move to scoped, project-based pricing that scales with the size of the work — and if that work grows into a full organization, pricing becomes comparable to Philan's nonprofit tiers. For nonprofits, Basic Support ($3,250 one-time) is the starting tier of a three-tier consulting track that scales with engagement level as the organization grows.

What is "Friends of Philan"?+

Friends of Philan is Philan's vetted network of independent advisors. When a client's needs go beyond what Philan offers directly, we make a trusted recommendation matched to that client's specific situation.