The Art of Giving

Cynthia Wood serves as an independent philanthropy advisor who assists donors in developing personal giving strategies aligned with their values, interests, and passions.  Equipped to provide a variety of philanthropic services, Cynthia customizes her services to match the unique needs and circumstances of each client. She has had experience in conducting training on The Power of Women In Philanthropy and Engaging Women in Philanthropy.

Working in conjunction with the donors’ legal and/or wealth managers, Cynthia guides clients in developing philanthropic strategies that can be integrated into their broader wealth management plans. She does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice, nor does she represent or seek funding for any charitable organization.

Designing a Plan

  • Prioritize personal values, interests and passions

  • Analyze and assess current annual charitable giving

  • Align charitable giving with values, interests and passions

  • Create a strategic philanthropy plan