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Money Coaching and Advising

Money doesn’t have to be so challenging

For over two decades, I’ve worked with hundreds of people—activists, donors, foundation staff, and fundraisers—helping them develop more grounded, purposeful relationships with money. From grassroots cabaret fundraisers to managing multi-million-dollar giving portfolios, I’ve seen how engaging with money can call people into a clearer and more aligned version of themselves. And as a longtime organizer, I’ve seen firsthand the brilliance and power of grassroots movements and what becomes possible when organizers receive what they need and deserve. 

However, moving money is easier said that done! Money can be challenging—for everyone, across the class spectrum. I grew up poor and have worked with people navigating instability. And I’ve also supported progressive people courageously exploring how to give away significant wealth. Trying to go it alone with money can make things feel more complicated than they need to be. Decisions about spending, saving, and giving often raise important questions about how much is enough and what kind of impact we want to create. These questions are deeply tied to values, responsibilities, and the kind of world we’re trying to build.

Rather than seeing money only as a resource, I encourage clients to think of it as a relationship—one that can be tended to, reshaped, and realigned. I support people in doing that with thoughtfulness, strategy, and care. This work is about more than finances—it’s about leadership, accountability, and connection. And yes, it can be pleasurable. When we approach money with intention and community, we unlock new possibilities for contribution and transformation.

Rooted in my 25+ years in social movement, I offer coaching, training, political education and structured support around class, race, gender, and the power dynamics in philanthropy in order to give money responsibly and effectively. My work as a money coach and donor advisor is unique because I come from the communities directly impacted by injustice and am part of the movements that are at the forefront of leading social change. I have experienced firsthand how unjust—and at times deadly—our systems can be, as my family, friends and communities have been criminalized and incarcerated. I understand the urgency of this work. I know the scale of missed opportunities that come from under-resourcing movements—because I’ve been in them.

Too often, the most impactful social justice movements are underfunded—not because their work lacks value, but because donors aren’t getting the right kind of support to give effectively. That is why I chose to become a connector between progressive people with wealth and the frontline. Over the years, I’ve moved substantial resources into social justice work—sometimes in ways that push against traditional philanthropic norms. I support people in approaching redistribution as a political and relational act, not just a financial one. Whether stewarding generational wealth, responding to current crises, or designing giving strategies for family foundations committed to aligning their wealth with justice, we focus on giving that’s bold, accountable, and in service of deep structural change. 

I approach donor advising and money coaching with care and respect. I want people to feel the clarity, peace and even joy of engaging with their financial and social position—not out of guilt, but from a place of love, purpose, and accountability.

My work is about shifting the transactional dynamic of philanthropy—helping people move from being funders to becoming collaborators and peers in the work of justice.

If you're ready to build a more purposeful, values-aligned relationship with money—especially through redistributing wealth in support of social and economic justice—I’d love to connect. Whether through coaching, advising, or strategy, I’m here to help.

Reach out if you’re curious about working together.