Philanthropic Consulting

“The growing number of faith-based and community nonprofit organizations often makes it difficult for busy donors with no staff assistance to discern which potential recipients are best able to achieve positive change and measurable results. However, local community foundations and professional philanthropic advisors can be good resources for this kind of assistance.”

Martin C. Lehfeldt, President
Southeastern Council of Foundations, Atlanta, GA

“To whom much is given, much is required, and seeking counsel to effectuate one’s giving is becoming more and more important.”

David Wills, President
National Christian Foundation, Atlanta, GA

“The country has been hit with scandals in prestigious corporations, charities, and religious institutions. The public’s confidence has been shaken…It is wise to seek philanthropic counsel to validate giving decisions when significant gifts are considered.”

Paul D. Nelson, Retired President
Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability, Winchester, VA

Calvin Edwards

“As a philanthropic advisor, Calvin can bring to the table for you, and your family, not only experience and competency, but also a philosophy of stewardship which you will find to be solidly biblical and easily understood. He can help train you and your family to be better stewards of the assets you will want to dedicate to God’s work.”

Terry Parker, Chairman
National Christian Foundation, Inc., Atlanta, GA

“Calvin Edwards is the most strategic thinker I’ve worked with. He has a profound capacity to grasp the big picture and move on to the details that affect it. Now he has made his experience and skills available to donors –this is a vital service for the Christian community.”

Dr. Samuel Chand, Chancellor
Beulah Heights Bible College, Atlanta, GA
Chairman, National Christian Foundation’s Urban Fund

Calvin Edwards & Company

“I recognize a real need for the services that Calvin Edwards & Company offers. High-capacity donors who are serious about their stewardship will want to consider the company's thoughtful process to 'maximize the good of giving.'"

Ronald W. Blue, Founder
Ronald Blue & Co., Atlanta, GA

“Calvin Edwards & Company is a valuable resource to foundations or charitable trusts that seek assistance with grant making or due diligence. In addition, the firm offers a remarkable service for foundations that require a part-time manager. We are very happy to recommend these services by a proven professional to the philanthropists we serve.”

Wendell Bird, Attorney
Atlanta, GA (established 1,000⁺ public charities & private foundations)

“The services that Calvin Edwards & Company offer are much needed by Christian philanthropists. The blend of heart, common sense and integrity that Calvin brings to his process assures trustworthy results.”

Terry Winters, Founding Director
Optus Communications, Melbourne, Australia
Chairman, MS Society of Victoria, Australia
Former Chairman, Focus on the Family, Australia

 

Calvin Edwards & Company assisted us in a thorough evaluation of a very challenging project in third world conditions.  They established systems for pre and post measurement, evaluated attitudinal and behavioral change and were very professional in every aspect of the project.  Their detailed and diligent work resulted in a confident direction for us on future projects of this type.

Durwood Sneed
North Point Ministries
Cumming, GA