Our Approach

We believe the best strategies come from your unique identity and values — not someone else’s best practice. 

This means our approach looks a little different. 

We spend more time in discovery than a typical consulting engagement, listening deeply, uncovering what lies beneath the surface and co-creating a path forward with you. 

We also don’t shy away from adapting along the way. As new insights emerge, the direction may shift — and that’s not just okay, it’s also energizing. It means we’re moving together in a way that feels authentic to your organization and aligned with where you truly want to go.
 

This intellectual exercise that we went through for several months is what will make this strategic framework move forward, rather than having a plan that just sits on a shelf.

Michele Rone Cooper

Grantmakers of Western Pennsylvania



Deliverables

Yes, along the way you’ll receive clear deliverables — in-depth analyses, frameworks and roadmaps to support your decision-making. 

But our clients often tell us the most valuable outcome isn’t the final report. It’s the journey itself. 

When you work with us, you’ll experience a highly engaging and generative process filled with a variety of unique exercises that make every stakeholder feel seen and valued. 

Our engagement is one big container to build relationships, strengthen culture, surface shared understanding and live into new ways of working together.

 

 

TGP senior advisor Abby engaging in conversation. She sits smiling and leaning forward, wearing blue glasses and a colorful patterned top, with long dark hair over one shoulder. She speaks with another adult seated across from her, shown from behind in a white sleeveless shirt. The setting appears to be an informal meeting space, conveying warmth, attentiveness, and connection.

Equity

As the national consultancy of Philanthropy Northwest, every aspect of our work – from the way we structure our rates to the trainings we attend and partnerships we pursue – is guided by our vision of equity and racial justice.

Our collective commitment shows up across our projects as we deepen our learning and practices together with our clients.

We’re proud to partner with values-aligned leaders in philanthropy and are excited to transform our sector together. 
 

Have other questions about TGP?

Reach out to our team at hello@thegivingpractice.org.

You can also learn more on Philanthropy Northwest's Our Story page. 

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