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Philanthropy works better when it feels human.

I work with funders, not-for-profits and impact sector leaders to open doors, have better conversations and get more funding to where it’s needed.

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Gill Whelan, CEO of GILL WHELAN Projects
Gill Whelan, CEO of GILL WHELAN Projects

After more than 15 years in the impact sector – most recently as General Manager of the DECJUBA Foundation – I know how funding flows, how decisions get made and where things tend to get stuck.

GILL WHELAN Projects is how I put that experience to work. I help people walk away clearer, more confident and better connected.

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What it’s like to work with Gill

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“Working with Gill has been a dream! Gill brings such a depth of wisdom about the philanthropy and giving landscape, and a warmth and generosity of that knowledge. I don’t walk into rooms questioning if I deserve to be there or not anymore, it’s a really liberating feeling, all thanks to Gill!”
Tahlia IsaacCEO & Founder, Project:herself
“Gill is the person you want in your corner when a project matters. She is thoughtful, organised and generous with her expertise, and she has a gift for turning big ideas into well-run reality. I have valued working with her enormously and would recommend GILL WHELAN Projects to any organisation looking for a trusted partner.”
Catherine BrooksCEO and Founder, Equitable Philanthropy and EP Law
“Gill was a fantastic host and facilitator at our recent event. She’s the kind of person you can give a running lane to and trust completely to knock it out of the park – personable, professional and engaging. Gill was a brilliant addition to the event, and we’d work with her again in a heartbeat.”
Joce GotoCOO, Charitabl and Global Impact Summit
“I run a youth homelessness focused charity that relies on philanthropic funding to operate. This brings many opportunities and also challenges. Gill has worked on both sides of philanthropy, so fully understands this. She is a brilliant mentor and advisor and brings a mix of strategic insight, practical experience and genuine understanding of our organisation. Her support has helped us sharpen our strategy and think big about how we grow sustainably. I’d highly recommend working with her.”
Carla RaynesCEO & Founder, Bridge It

Feeling stuck, ready to change things up, or keen to be in new rooms? Let’s chat about it.

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Gill Whelan, CEO of GILL WHELAN Projects, moderating a panel