“Lowell is a gift to the world of philanthropy. His intelligence and the very practical nature of his approach make him a highly qualified advisor.”

“Lowell is a trusted advisor. He is discerning in his thinking and action. He is a strategist and a gifted writer. He has developed a solid knowledge and understanding of our political system, philanthropic and nonprofit ecosystem, and the major trends and forces cutting across them.”

“Lowell is a valued thought partner, leveraging his deep expertise to guide philanthropists on how to transform their aspirations into action and, more important, impact. He is an empathetic listener who takes the time to understand where philanthropists are on their journey. He is thoughtful, caring, and continuously seeking to make the world a better place.”

“Lowell is a true partner, in every sense of the word. Unlike many consultants who come in and push their own approach or agenda, Lowell does the opposite. He gets up to speed super fast, quickly becoming one with the ecosystem, mirroring values and modeling culture. Then, with integrity, authenticity, and trust, Lowell helps you strengthen and advance the work. He’s a gem in our sector.”

“It’s so inspiring to see how Lowell has used his unique set of skills and experiences to help leading changemakers amplify their impact. When he told me he was leaving the Gates Foundation to share his knowledge with other philanthropists, I knew he would be in great demand.”

“Lowell is a unique gold mine for those seeking wise advice for addressing the most challenging problems facing society today. His sharp mind is augmented by a deep personal commitment to social and environmental justice. Working with him is a great joy.”

“Lowell Weiss is that rare combination of strategic thinker, quick learner, practical connector, and just wonderful human. I have known and learned from him for over 25 years and have also referred him to many organizations in need of narrative and fundraising assistance. A real asset to our field!”

“Lowell brings years of experience to his teaching and advising on strategic philanthropy. Combining deep knowledge with sound judgment, he is one of the handful of experts in the field.”

“I began my learning journey in philanthropy two years ago, and Lowell has been the perfect guide. He’s played an invaluable role in helping me clarify my priorities, see possibilities, avoid rookie mistakes, and deploy my resources for impact. He’s making my philanthropic work more enjoyable and effective.”

“Lowell Weiss is that rare human being who blends great intellect and a true moral compass. He is also an advisor who brings wisdom and humor to every engagement.”

“Lowell is that rare combination of a great listener who is also a great communicator; a great analyst of complex problems who is also deeply insightful about their human dimensions; a deep thinker who also knows how to get things done. For those struggling to figure out how to do the most good with their charitable resources, I can imagine no better advisor than Lowell.”

“Lowell brings a very special and often rare combination of skills and instincts to the field of philanthropic advising. He is genuinely sensitive to donor values and hopes, and he has the expertise necessary to craft and implement the grantmaking strategy that can realize those hopes.”

“Lowell approaches his engagements with the perfect combination of expertise, humility, curiosity, and deep empathy—fostering trusting relationships with donors and grantees alike. His approach contributes to collaborative relationships that elevate everyone’s thinking so that 1+1 equals much more than 2.”

“Lowell is an extraordinary listener and a gifted facilitator. His creative leadership style is engaging, with a balance of art and science. He’s the guy in the room that can make us all feel heard, get the most out of each of us, keep the train on time, and make the ride rewarding.”

“Lowell was instrumental in helping me share my story in an authentic and impactful way. It’s amazing to have an advisor who is so sensitive to my voice as a Native woman and who is a true ally.”