Who is Hinnen Philanthropy Advisors?
Hinnen Philanthropy Advisors, a division of Hinnen Ventures, LLC, brings more than 28 years of proven success in the nonprofit sector. We specialize in fundraising strategies that empower organizations to expand revenue streams and build meaningful relationships with key stakeholders. Our areas of expertise include strategic planning, development team coaching, prospecting, donor cultivation, stewardship, and corporate relations—all tailored to help small and mid-sized organizations thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.
As we continue to evolve, Hinnen Philanthropy Advisors is now expanding its services to support corporate clients in prospecting, lead generation, and business development initiatives. Whether you’re a nonprofit seeking transformative fundraising solutions or a business looking to identify and connect with high-value prospects, we provide comprehensive, affordable, and actionable guidance to help you achieve your goals.
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At Hinnen Philanthropy Advisors, we offer comprehensive expertise across key areas of fundraising and organizational strategy.
Whether supporting nonprofit organizations in securing transformational philanthropy or assisting corporate clients in targeted prospecting and business growth, we tailor our approach to maximize impact and strengthen long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
Meet Our Founder
Robert D. Hinnen, M.S.W.
Founder/Senior Philanthropic Consultant
With over three decades of leadership in philanthropy, Robert Hinnen is a trusted mentor and advisor, renowned for his practical approach to fundraising, organizational development, and stakeholder engagement. His expertise spans prospecting, donor cultivation, stewardship, and strategic planning, helping mission-driven organizations and businesses build sustainable revenue streams.
Since founding Hinnen Philanthropy Advisors in 2020, Robert has delivered accessible and results-driven consulting services to small and mid-sized nonprofits nationwide. Now, as part of the firm’s evolution, Robert is expanding his impact beyond philanthropy—leveraging his deep industry experience to support corporate clients with prospecting, lead generation, and business development strategies.
His leadership track record includes key executive roles at Global Action to End Smoking, Joe Torre Safe at Home Foundation, Lupus Research Alliance, and the Sudden Infant Death (SIDS) Center of New Jersey, where he helped organizations secure critical funding and foster meaningful supporter relationships.
Robert holds a Master of Social Work (M.S.W.) from Fordham University and a Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.) from the University of Kansas. Beginning his career in social work and bereavement counseling, he discovered his passion for fundraising—combining his empathetic understanding of human connection with actionable strategies to drive mission-aligned success.
A strong believer in lifelong learning, Robert was recently approved as one of the exclusive national firm members of the prestigious Association of Philanthropic Counsel (APC). Robert is also preparing to earn his Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential, solidifying his standing as a leading expert in philanthropic and data driven and ethics enriched fundraising strategies.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Robert enjoys traveling, reading, game nights, exploring new cuisines, genealogy research, and spending time with his life partner and other loved ones—including his cherished ‘fur-babies,’ Winston, Sebastian, and Siena