
Third Plateau is a full-service social impact and philanthropy consulting firm that partners with bold visionaries in the social and philanthropic sectors to drive meaningful and sustainable change. Our comprehensive services include strategic planning, philanthropic advising, foundation management, program design, research and evaluation, leadership development, network management, and back-office support. 

In 2023, Hirsch Philanthropy Partners – one of the first philanthropic advising firms in the U.S. – joined with Third Plateau, uniting two industry-leading teams. Together, we work with the nonprofit, philanthropic, and public sectors to craft enduring strategies that achieve transformative, community-centered impact. 

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The Associates and Senior Associates team at Third Plateau specializes in executing and supporting various consulting services such as strategic planning, philanthropic advising, program design, research and evaluation, and leadership development. They play a critical role in managing projects, conducting in-depth analyses, liaising with clients, and contributing to the development of impactful, community-centered strategies.

Associates and Senior Associates

The Leadership Team at Third Plateau spearheads the strategic direction and overall management of the company. This team of seasoned executives and co-founders ensures cohesive vision alignment, drives high-impact initiatives, oversees organizational operations, and fosters innovation in social impact solutions. Together, they steer the company's mission to partner with philanthropic and social sector leaders in creating transformative community-centered change.

Leadership Team

The Directors team at Third Plateau comprises senior leaders who oversee various departments such as Operations, Marketing, and other key strategic areas. They are responsible for guiding the company's vision, executing comprehensive strategies, ensuring operational excellence, and driving meaningful social impact. Their collective expertise supports the firm's mission to craft transformative, community-centered impacts for clients in the nonprofit, philanthropic, and public sectors.

Directors

The Strategy Team at Third Plateau develops and implements comprehensive strategic plans for clients in the nonprofit, philanthropic, and public sectors to achieve transformative, community-centered impact. This team collaborates closely with clients to understand their vision and goals, conducts in-depth research and analysis, and crafts tailored strategies that drive meaningful and sustainable social change.

Strategy Team

The Research and Analysis team at Third Plateau conducts in-depth studies, evaluations, and data analysis to support strategic decision-making across the nonprofit, philanthropic, and public sectors. By providing actionable insights and evidence-based recommendations, the team ensures the efficacy and impact of various programs and initiatives, thereby driving meaningful and sustainable social change.

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The Finance and Operations team at Third Plateau oversees the financial health and operational efficiency of the company. Led by the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, this team manages financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, ensures compliance with financial regulations, and optimizes operational processes to support the firm’s social impact initiatives. The Senior Accountant plays a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting day-to-day accounting functions.

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Third Plateau

Org chart

Teams

Associates and Senior Associates

Leadership Team

Directors

Strategy Team

Research and Analysis

Finance and Operations

Offices

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