Philanthropy

Philanthropy represents a powerful avenue for families to create lasting impact while strengthening their legacy across generations. At Celier Group, we understand that meaningful giving extends beyond financial contributions to encompass strategic vision and personal values.

Strategic Focus

Each family’s philanthropic journey is unique. We work closely with our clients to understand their values, identify areas of interest, and develop customized giving strategies. Our recommendations are always tailored to align with each family’s goals and vision for impact.

Our Approach

We help families develop sophisticated philanthropic strategies that align with their values while optimizing both social impact and tax efficiency. Our team conducts thorough due diligence to identify opportunities that resonate with each family’s unique vision and goals.

Process

Our philanthropic advisory process encompasses four elements of strategic giving:

Time

We identify meaningful volunteer and engagement opportunities that allow family members to contribute their expertise directly.

Talent

We leverage your family’s unique skills and experience to maximize philanthropic impact through strategic guidance and leadership.

Treasure

We structure giving vehicles and evaluate opportunities that optimize social impact and tax efficiency.

Ties

We connect you with like-minded philanthropists and organizations, expanding your network of impact.

Select Opportunities

The following represent examples of established philanthropic initiatives across our key regions:

Bay Area Asset Funders Network (San Francisco, CA)

The Bay Area Asset Funders Network (AFN) is a regional chapter of grant makers dedicated to advancing economic opportunity and prosperity for low- and middle-income individuals and families in the San Francisco Bay Area. We recommend Bay Area AFN to our clients due to its impactful mission and alignment with many of our client’s values.

Mission & Focus

Bay Area AFN serves as a crucial connector, bringing together funders with peers in the nonprofit, public, and private sectors. This collaborative approach allows for the sharing of promising programs and smart strategies, gathering of knowledge to make grant making more effective, and increasing investments in asset building. Their key focus areas include closing racial and gender wealth gaps, supporting the care economy, promoting guaranteed income with an equity lens, community wealth building through entrepreneurship and employee ownership, and improving employment, job quality, and benefits.

Recommending Bay Area AFN aligns well with many of Celier Group’s clients’ values. It employees a collaborative approach that brings together diverse stakeholders to address complex problems, including systemic issues affecting marginalized communities. Bay Area AFN emphasizes evidence-based strategies through knowledge-sharing and effective grant making practices, while working on policy and structural issues to create systemic change rather than just short-term solutions.

The organization has been operating since 2011, demonstrating a strong track record of impact. Their network approach amplifies the effectiveness of individual donations by pooling resources and knowledge from multiple funders, coordinating efforts to avoid duplication and maximize impact, and leveraging relationships across sectors for greater influence.

As part of the broader Asset Funders Network, Bay Area AFN offers a unique position in philanthropy. It provides access to national resources and best practices, opportunities for funders to engage in both local and national initiatives, and a platform for Celier Group’s clients to connect with like-minded philanthropists.

 

By recommending Bay Area AFN, we provide our clients with a strategic way to engage in local philanthropy that addresses root causes of economic inequality while aligning with their values of community impact and social justice. This recommendation allows our clients to contribute to meaningful change while being part of a larger, coordinated effort to create lasting economic prosperity for all.

Aguas Esperanza Pipeline Project (Santiago, Chile)

The Aguas Esperenza Pipeline Project in Chile is a significant infrastructure initiative aimed at enhancing water supply for the Centinela mining operation, which is owned by Antofagasta Minerals. This project represents a strategic investment of approximately $1.5 billion and is designed to double the current supply of seawater to support mining activities sustainably and efficiently.

Mission & Focus

The project involves the construction of a new 144-kilometer-long water pipeline, alongside improvements to the existing infrastructure. This new pipeline will transport seawater from the coast to the Centinela mine, located about 60 kilometers inland. The project will facilitate the extraction of valuable minerals, including copper, molybdenum, and gold, by providing a reliable source of seawater without relying on continental water or desalination processes. The initiative is expected to significantly enhance the mine’s operational capacity, adding an estimated 144,000 tons of copper, 3,500 tons of molybdenum, and 130,000 ounces of gold annually.

This project aligns with values that many of our clients prioritize, such as sustainability and responsible resource management. By utilizing non-desalinated seawater and minimizing environmental impact, the Aguas Esperanza Pipeline Project demonstrates a commitment to preserving scarce natural water resources in the region. It reflects a growing trend towards sustainable practices within the mining industry, addressing concerns about water scarcity and environmental degradation in arid regions like northern Chile.

The project is not only significant for its scale but also for its potential economic impact. The construction phase is expected to create around 1,500 jobs locally over a 20-month period. Once operational in 2026, the project will enhance the operational efficiency of the Centinela mine while contributing to local economies through job creation and increased resource extraction capabilities.

The collaboration between Antofagasta Minerals and a consortium comprising Almar Water Solutions and Transelec highlights a unique approach to addressing water supply challenges in mining This partnership leverages expertise from multiple sectors to develop innovative solutions for sustainable water management. The project is also indicative of a broader shift towards outsourcing essential services in the industrial sector, allowing companies like Almar Water Solutions to play a crucial role in resource provision while supporting environmental stewardship.

 

By recommending the Aguas Esperanza Pipeline Project to our clients, Celier Group provides them with an opportunity to engage in a transformative initiative that not only enhances mining operations but also prioritizes sustainability and community welfare. This project exemplifies how responsible investment can lead to meaningful economic development while addressing pressing challenges in resource-rich regions.

Additional examples of philanthropic recommendations include:

AdvancingCities Initiative by JP Morgan Chase (TX)

Energy Education Fund by Texas Oil & Gas Association (TX)

Mediterranean Resilience Fund (Valencia, Spain)

Spanish Social Impact Fund (Madrid, Spain)

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