Selected examples of my work reflecting a considered approach to philanthropy, governance, and decision making.
01
Funding Decisions
Governance role with responsibility for contributing to funding decisions and shaping the approach to grant allocation.
Role
A UK-based grantmaking trust responsible for distributing funding across a wide range of charitable partners, each addressing different forms of need.
Supported the development of a more structured and considered approach to funding decisions, ensuring that:
• allocations were aligned with strategic priorities
• decisions were informed by evidence and experience
• discussions reflected both immediate need and longer-term outcomes
This involved navigating competing priorities and bringing clarity to complex decisions where there was no single “right” answer.
Approach
A more coherent and disciplined approach to funding, with stronger alignment between intention, strategy, and decision-making.
Outcome
Structured judgement, governance insight, and the ability to support thoughtful decision-making in complex environments.
Demonstrates
02
Grantmaking Strategy
Advisory and research-led contribution to the organisation’s strategic development.
Role
A grantmaking organisation seeking to refine its overall approach to funding in order to improve coherence and effectiveness.
Undertook research and analysis to assess the effectiveness of existing funding practices, identifying opportunities to strengthen alignment between:
• organisational priorities
• funding decisions
• intended outcomes
Supported leadership in translating these insights into a clearer direction.
Approach
Improved alignment between strategy and funding decisions, supporting a more consistent and intentional approach to philanthropy.
Outcome
An ability to translate analysis into strategy and connect high-level thinking with practical decision-making.
Reflects
03
FAMILY PHILANTHROPY
Co-founder and contributor to discussions around purpose, structure, and governance.
Role
A family-led philanthropic initiative established with the intention of creating a formal giving structure across multiple stakeholders and jurisdictions.
Engaged in early-stage conversations to define:
• the purpose and direction of the foundation
• the intended approach to funding
• governance and decision-making structures
Gained direct insight into the challenges of aligning perspectives across family members and sustaining momentum over time.
Approach
Developed a grounded understanding of the factors that influence whether philanthropic initiatives move from intention into sustained action.
Outcome
Family dynamics, leadership, and the practical realities of establishing and sustaining philanthropy.
Provides insight into
Jacinta created a space where I could think through important decisions without feeling rushed or judged. - Client
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from Those I Have Worked With
I have always found Jacinta to be highly professional, perceptive and collaborative. She approaches complex issues with care and good judgement. - Wealth Manager
Reflections
from Those I Have Worked With
Working with Jacinta helped me make progress on something I had been thinking about for years but never quite knew how to approach. She brought structure to the process and helped me make decisions I felt comfortable with. - Client
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from Those I Have Worked With
