Category: Blog

A New Paradigm for Family Giving
Redefining philanthropy - Christina Wing discusses how enterprising families are leading the way in social investment.

The Case for Investment Policy Statements
Investment Policy Statements are a critical part of wealth governance that offer guidance, risk management, and benchmarks for investments. Every family office needs one.

Sustaining a Legacy of Giving in Turkey
Christina Wing and Murat Özyeğin discuss how the Özyeğin family of Turkey pioneered an innovative approach to family business social investing.

Innovating Family Office Investment With Series LLCs, Tailored Policy Statements
Wingspan's Everett Alexander discusses the use of limited liability corporations and how they can be used by family offices.

Perspectives on Family Philanthropy & Social Impact Governance: An Interview with Christina Wing
Christina Wing shares insights on effective governance for family philanthropy in this podcast interview for Family Firm Institute and champions the idea of treating philanthropy just like any other business.

Let’s Talk: Why It’s Time to Stop Avoiding Taboo Topics at Work
Wingspan's Christina Wing offers five rules for navigating thorny issues in the workplace and makes the case for discussing sensitive topics.

Best Practices for Family Philanthropy
Wingspan Founder Christina Wing delves into the five best practices for setting up a family philanthropic initiative in an article for Family Capital.

Joyful Giving: The Bill & Joyce Cummings Way
"Undercover billionaires" Bill & Joyce Cummings have always enjoyed doing for others. Through their Cummings Foundation, they are having fun giving the bulk of their wealth away.

Wealthy Are Looking to Bridge Belief and Practice on The Environment. But At Least They’re Having The Tough Conversations
Wingspan's Maryann Bell quoted in the Knight Frank 2024 Wealth Report discussing wealthy families and environmental responsibility.

