Sarah Taylor

Philanthropic Advisor | Helping families, foundations, and companies shape and manage their philanthropic giving

Austin, Texas, United States

About

Experience

  • Philanthropic Advisor & Founder at Taylor Impact Group
    Oct 2024 - Present · 1 yr 10 mos

    The capacity to give and community need is growing, but strategy lags behind. Strategic philanthropy for the modern era requires expertise — rooted in impact and innovation. We partner with families, founders, companies, and foundations to transform complex giving decisions into clear, confident impact strategies. Whether you're just starting to give more intentionally or refining a well-established approach, we provide the structure, tools, and partnership to turn your generosity into measurable and personally meaningful impact. *Families & Next Gen *Donor Advised Fund Holders *Family Foundations *Founders *Company Giving *Public & Private Foundations

  • Philanthropy Partnerships at Tito's Handmade Vodka
    Jun 2022 - Oct 2024 · 2 yrs 5 mos

    Built strategic giving grantmaking program investing in local and international nonprofits across mission verticals, including food security, sustainability, and economic opportunity. Advise leadership on social impact strategy and recommend philanthropic investments. Manage vetting, compliance, impact measurement, and promotion of gifts from one-time donations to multi-year commitments. Advised senior leadership on their own private giving.

  • Program Manager, Community Engagement & Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Vista Equity Partners
    Jan 2020 - Jun 2022 · 2 yrs 6 mos

    Managed firm's philanthropic efforts focused on STEM, computer science education, DE&I, and workforce development. Advised portfolio of 70+ global software companies on developing their own philanthropic and community engagement strategies. Led employee giving and volunteer efforts.

  • Program Manager, Economic Empowerment & Entrepreneurship at Vital Voices Global Partnership
    Jun 2017 - May 2019 · 2 yrs

    Managed corporate social responsibility, public affairs, and charitable partnerships funded by Bank of America, Fortune Magazine, and the U.S. Department of State.

  • Program Fellowship at GlobalGiving
    Jun 2016 - Jun 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Created international fund supporting women and girls' nonprofits and advised nonprofits on fundraising efforts during one year fellowship.