Strategic giving.
Meaningful impact.
Lasting change.
At Third Jar Consulting, we believe that thoughtful, strategic philanthropy is essential to address today’s most pressing challenges and shape a better future. As experienced advisors in philanthropy and social impact, we work with foundations, companies, individuals and families to create greater impact through their giving.
Partnering closely with you and your family or team, we develop and implement giving strategies that align with your values and priorities. From strategic planning and program development to implementation, evaluation, and reporting, we guide you through the complexities of philanthropy and social impact to make your giving more effective and create positive changes in the world.
With over 25 years of experience cultivating meaningful collaborations between donors, foundations, corporations, and non-profit organizations, we bring a deep understanding of how to create sustainable impact across diverse sectors and communities.
Let’s work together to turn your generosity and vision for impact into reality.
Education
​Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW)
Executive Education in Leading Organizational Change
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Certifications
Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)
Certified Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) (in progress)
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Sectors Funded
Child Welfare, Children and Youth,
Disability Advocacy, Domestic Violence,
Education, Emergency Shelters,
Environment and Climate Change,
Food Insecurity, Health and Well-being,
Humanitarian Relief, Indigenous Youth,
Mental Health and Addictions, Newcomer Services, Scholarships and Bursaries, Technology, Women's Economic Empowerment
Shanan Spencer-Brown,
Founder and Principal Consultant
Shanan Spencer-Brown is a trusted advisor in philanthropy and social impact, with over 25 years of experience leading public, private, and corporate foundations. She is driven by a consistent purpose: to connect those who want to make the world a better place with the people and organizations doing just that.
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Shanan brings a deep understanding of the charitable sector and social impact landscape. Working closely with organizations, individuals and families to help them articulate their values and goals, she offers practical, ethical guidance every step of the way as their philanthropic vision comes to life.
As a corporate philanthropy strategist, Shanan helps businesses of all sizes give back through meaningful community investment programs. Serving as Executive Director of the corporate foundations at Royal LePage and TELUS, she successfully engaged employees in giving and created innovative community partnerships, strengthening brand trust and customer loyalty.
Shanan advises foundations at every stage – from start-up to growth – planning and implementing effective governance models, grantmaking programs and operations. With a unique perspective gained from developing non-profit/funder partnerships, fundraising and grantmaking, she understands what is possible when generosity is activated with clarity and intention.
Passionate about purpose and the many ways to use philanthropy for social change, Shanan guides people and organizations to have more impact through their giving to create a better world.
Contact us to get started on creating
greater impact through your giving.