Grantmaking & Foundation Management
Working closely with funders of all types and sizes, to create, implement and manage responsive, impactful and dynamic grantmaking initiatives
Mountain Park Group provides comprehensive philanthropic consulting and fund management services tailored to each foundation or corporate client’s unique goals. We deliver strategic guidance on grant strategy, design, and evaluation while overseeing the distribution of millions in awards to community-driven organizations. Our services include advising on trust-based and equity-centered giving practices, providing program officer support, and managing the full lifecycle of grantmaking from concept through reporting.
Whether you are a corporate funder seeking outsourced program management or a family foundation looking to make meaningful, values-based impact, Mountain Park Group offers the expertise and structure to match your level of need.
Our approach begins with understanding your philanthropic vision and building a strategy aligned with your mission, resources, and community priorities. With extensive experience across sectors and a collaborative approach to partnership, we help funders design, implement, and measure initiatives that drive real, lasting impact.
Out Tailored Approach Delivers:
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Centered on Your Priorities
Streamlining or fully managing administrative functions to reduce your workload and lower operational costs through complete back-office support.
Coordinating board governance and organizational operations, including grantmaking, financial management, and stakeholder engagement, so you can focus on strategic vision and long-term impact.
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Collaborating with you to develop clear grantmaking frameworks and operational plans that drive measurable impact.
Designing streamlined, equitable application processes and materials grounded in trust-based philanthropy, while identifying prospective grantees, coordinating review and decision-making, and facilitating engagement with external reviewers to ensure funding reaches the most aligned organizations.
Managing all aspects of grant administration, including due diligence, award delivery, and outcome evaluation, to ensure accountability and meaningful results.
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Driven by Impact
Overseeing grant programs and budgets to ensure every investment aligns with your mission and priorities.
Cultivating strong, responsive relationships with grantees to identify opportunities, address challenges, and adapt quickly as needs evolve.
Providing capacity-building support that strengthens grantee effectiveness and amplifies the long-term impact of your funding.
Maintaining active engagement in the sectors you support and bringing forward timely insights, trends, and strategies to enhance your philanthropic vision.
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Committed to Learning
Creating theories of change and logic models that build a shared vision, establish a strong foundation for evaluation, and support clear communication with stakeholders.
Promoting a culture of ongoing learning and reflection that strengthens collaboration and drives continuous improvement.
Identifying practical, data-informed insights that matter to both you and your grantees.
Translating evaluation findings into meaningful strategies that guide and enhance future grantmaking decisions.
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Dedicated to Making a Difference
Supporting you in designing, evaluating, and refining grantmaking strategies that align with your budget and deliver meaningful, measurable impact.
Conducting landscape analyses and feasibility studies to assess opportunities and guide the direction of your funding before programs launch.
Comparing your grantmaking approach to sector best practices to strengthen effectiveness and ensure your investments achieve the greatest possible results.
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