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Daylight is your philanthropic planning training partner, equipping you with the confidence, competence, and cultural dexterity to grow your practice, strengthen client relationships, and lead with impact. It is home to the flagship program, the Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) Certificate Program for philanthropic and wealth advisors. Our Work Amidst a historic intergenerational transfer of wealth, clients are turning to advisors for more than investment and tax planning, and philanthropy’s tools, considerations, and goals have become more complex. It’s a transformative era for wealth and philanthropy, requiring new competencies and networks to thrive. Daylight’s learning platform is exclusively designed for wealth and philanthropic advisors to help you meet this extraordinary opportunity to grow your business, client relationships, and impact. Our programs give advisors the confidence, competence, and cultural dexterity to modernize their philanthropic advising practice. The Certified Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) program and segment certificates establish a new benchmark for excellence in philanthropic advising training, while the Impact Advisor Network (IAN) supports a thriving community of practitioners. The Daylight Philanthropic Advising Competency Model is the first field-informed framework that outlines the knowledge, skills, and behaviors advisors need to serve clients and communities today. Since 2024, Daylight has illuminated the path for philanthropic advisors and those in the wealth industry seeking to align career growth, values, and impact. Daylight’s philanthropic advising ecosystem connects learning, credentialing, tools, and community to support your advisory practice. Field Definition The Philanthropic Advising Competency Model equips advisors with a shared language and professional standard. Community The Impact Advisors Network (IAN) sustains learning, reinforces standards, and builds advisor confidence over time. Credentialing The Certified Impact Philanthropy Advisor program builds the skills advisors need to integrate philanthropy into wealth planning. Convenings Daylight convenes advisors to collectively shape the future of philanthropic advising. Specialization A set of niche certificates helps advisors deepen their expertise and explore emerging areas. Research Our original research delivers field-informed guidance to strengthen, connect, and elevate the philanthropic advising profession. Knowledge Hub Advisors gain access to high-quality, curated resources that support practice in real time (DAFopedia ). Practice Norms Practice-based insights are embedded across Daylight’s programs, reinforcing sound judgment and professional trust. Download the Daylight overview here .

Daylight equips wealth and philanthropic advisors with the confidence, competence, and cultural dexterity to grow their practices, strengthen client relationships, and lead with impact. Our Certified Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) program and certificate offerings establish a new benchmark for excellence in philanthropic planning education. In the Field • Daylight IPA Info Session Virtual September 10 Button • Wealth Management Industry Awards NYC September 10 Button • DAF Giving Summit Austin September 23-25 Button • Daylight IPA Info Session Virtual October 1 Button • Charitable Gift Planners Conference New Orleans October 14-16 Button • Daylight IPA Info Session Virtual November 12 Button • Hawaii Tax Institute Honolulu November 15-19 Button • Investments & Wealth Institute (IWI) Experience Scottsdale November 16-17 Button • Daylight IPA Info Session Virtual December 9 Button IPA Live Info Session - August 12 IPA Live Info Session - August 12 IPA Live Info Session - September 10 IPA Live Info Session - September 10 IPA Live Info Session - October 1 IPA Live Info Session - October 1

Team Daylight is working hard to support your philanthropic planning professional development needs. Help us build a visible and trusted philanthropic advising profession. Features Nonprofit Nerd®: Impact Unleashed Podcast with Megan Bell Press Let's Talk DAFs Podcast ft. Dien Yuen Press Purposeful Planning Podcast ft. Dien Yuen and Marguerite Griffin Press The Philanthropic Advising Competency Model featuring Tony Macklin Press SEE MORE Press Daylight Launches DAF500 Daylight Launches DAF500 Daylight Launches Intro to Philanthropic Planning Certificate Daylight Launches Intro to Philanthropic Planning Certificate Daylight Launches DAFopedia Daylight Launches DAFopedia Daylight Launches First-Ever Industry Standard for Phil. Advisors Daylight Launches First-Ever Industry Standard for Phil. Advisors SEE MORE Daylight News August 2026 July 2026 June 2026 May 2026 SEE MORE Awards SEE MORE Daylight Advisor Brief - Subscribe

Daylight is your philanthropic advising professional development partner for growth and impact. The Certified Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) and certificate programs support wealth and philanthropic advisors in guiding clients on their philanthropic journey. Daylight Your learning partner for growth and impact. Daylight’s philanthropic advising ecosystem connects learning, credentialing, tools, and community to support wealth and philanthropic advisors. Net Promoter Score NPS 83 The Impact Philanthropy Advisor certification program is designed exclusively for wealth and philanthropic advisors, to help you meet this extraordinary opportunity to grow your business, client relationships and impact. Learn More Register for a Live IPA Info Session. Brian Balduzzi, Private Client Attorney IPA has assisted me not only with understanding the tools and strategies for charitable giving but how to assist clients with their other advisors in developing plans for impact. The opportunity to engage with others around the world who are deeply knowledgeable and passionate about being a more thoughtful and impactful planner is an excellent resource for me to strengthen my network and learn from my colleagues. Certificates Elevate Your Philanthropic Advisory Practice Fulfill continuing education requirements while gaining practical insights into modern charitable planning strategies and giving topics your clients are navigating today. Get a year of unlimited access to all certificates for $1,500. "(The most valuable part of the program was) understanding how impact investing can be incorporated into DAFs and having talking points to explain this to clients in a practical way." Impact Investing Certificate Spring 2026 Learner Learn More Introduction to Philanthropic Planning Certificate Learn more. Essentials of Modern DAF Advising Certificate Learn more. Impact Investing Certificate Learn more. Philanthropic Planning with Business Owners Certificate Learn more. Philanthropic Planning with Women Certificate Learn more. Behavioral Philanthropy Certificate Learn more. Collaborative Philanthropy Certificate Learn more. Gift Planning Certificate (Coming Soon) Learn more. Advanced DAF Certificate (Coming Soon) Written by advisors for advisors, DAFopedia draws on the collective intelligence of leaders from the wealth advisory and philanthropic sectors to help you navigate the evolving landscape of DAF giving and beyond. Learn More Learn from industry practitioners with our Illuminate Philanthropy podcast. Listen Now Daylight Advisor Brief - Subscribe

Daylight's original research and thought leadership in philanthropic advising sets a new standard, delivering practical and field-informed guidance to strengthen, connect, and elevate the philanthropic advising profession. In Practice Bringing ideas and resources to light. The Nine Components of a Modern Philanthropic Plan View More Insights From the Philanthropic Advising Competency Model View More Philanthropic Advising Learning Journey View More Singapore Gives — But Not Always: Here’s Why View More The Rise of the Philanthropic Advisor Entrepreneurs View More Who Recommends Donor-Advised Funds? View More SEE MORE

Together with our partners, we’re building a community of learning and collaboration to empower advisors in shaping the philanthropic sector. Partners Daylight works with organizations that share our belief that collective expertise drives transformative change. Together with our partners, we’re building a community of learning and collaboration to empower advisors in shaping the philanthropic sector. Our partners have access to Daylight's professional development programs at special rates, and Daylight learners enjoy benefits with select partners. Explore our network of valued partners to learn more. Contact Megan Bell at megan@daylightadvisors.com if you're interested in becoming a partner.

Earning the Impact Philanthropic Advisor certification signifies the successful completion of a rigorous 12-module program designed to cultivate the relational, technical, and practical skills essential for effective philanthropic planning. Through independent study and collaborative discussions, the program further enhances the capabilities of advisors to support the evolving needs and expectations of families, organizations, and communities. Edit About Chat Experience User Faculty Camera Fees Mail Register THE IMPACT PHILANTHROPY ADVISOR CERTIFICATION Amidst a historic $124 trillion intergenerational transfer of wealth, clients are turning to advisors for more than investments and tax planning, and philanthropy’s tools, considerations and goals have become more complex. Daylight’s learning platform and network are designed exclusively for wealth and philanthropic advisors, to help you meet this extraordinary opportunity to grow your business, client relationships and impact. With a mix of expert facilitation and on-demand instruction available online over 20 weeks, the Impact Philanthropy Advisor program (IPA) offers the skills and connections to confidently support the needs and expectations of families, organizations and communities today. 518 IPA Learners Enrolled 411 Certified IPAs 97% Graduation Rate 43 Community Foundation Represented 16 Countries/ Regions Net Promoter Score Our IPA program received a world-class rating that reflects the strength of our learning community. NPS 83 "Consider the IPA Certification a launching pad to elevate and strengthen one's confidence in being able to better serve those they're called to guide. I'm excited about the domino effect that will be felt throughout time by the advisors and consultants who lean into the wisdom that is collectively shared here." Padric H.B. Scott Founder & CEO, Crossroad Capital Partners "Daylight offers a comprehensive view of the field along with practical tools to help shape your unique approach. In a space where formal certification has been lacking, Daylight is leading the way by helping professionals build core competencies and define their practice." Jennifer Curry Director of Giving Strategies, Oregon Community Foundation "My experience with Daylight and the IPA program was exceptional. IPA offered a comprehensive overview of the philanthropic landscape, from giving vehicles to advisory strategies, while remaining highly practical and applicable to day-to-day work. The program created a valuable space to connect with thoughtful, like-minded peers across the sector." Travers Oliver Head of Philanthropic Strategies, Founders Pledge IPAs in Their Own Words THE IPA EXPERIENCE The Impact Philanthropy Advisor certification is a state-of-the-art learning program. IPA participants will receive • 20 weeks of learning designed by expert advisors • On-demand content and case studies • Live group discussions facilitated by industry practitioners • New peer connections • Continuing education credits • Celebrations and virtual graduation • One year access to the Impact Advisors Network • Complimentary access to Collaborative Philanthropy Certificate IPA WILL ADVANCE YOUR PRACTICE IN 3 AREAS TECHNICAL Align client values and priorities to achieve philanthropic objectives Assess features and benefits of charitable and non-charitable giving tools Integrate giving strategies within wealth, estate, tax, and philanthropic planning opportunities RELATIONAL Apply a cultural dexterity framework to support a range of client generations and backgrounds Identify the phases of the client impact journey and motivations Develop your skills and personal style to deepen philanthropic conversations PRACTICAL Examine the current philanthropic landscape, trends and debates Develop a sustainable philanthropic strategy and expand client relationships Assess the ethical obligations of a philanthropy advisor THE PROGRAM HOW IT WORKS About 30 hours, start-to-finish 12-15 advisors per cohort 12 self-paced modules 5 case studies 10 live virtual cohort conversations Successful completion of the IPA program provides 16 hours of eligible CE credit. CFP Board | Certified Financial Planner® (14.5 eligible hours) Investments and Wealth Institute | Certified Private Wealth Advisor®, Certified Investment Management Analyst®, Retirement Management Advisor® The American College of Financial Services | Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® The American Institute for Philanthropic Studies, CSU Long Beach | Certified Planned Giving Specialist® Certified Fund Raising Executive International | CFRE IPA MODULES 1. Fundamentals in Philanthropic Advising 2. Social Impact Landscape 3. Art of Philanthropic Advising 4. Purpose and Strategy 5. Charitable Tax Planning 6. Legacy and Gift Planning 7. Foundations and Donor Advised Funds 8. Impact Investing and Alternative Tools 9. Influence, Leverage and Civic Action 10. Planning for the Future 11. Ethics in Philanthropic Advising 12. Cultural Dexterity Download IPA program description and program outline . WHO NEEDS TO BE AN IPA? Whether in a wealth management firm, DAF sponsor or community foundation, family office, grantmaker or nonprofit, many roles benefit from fluency in philanthropy. IPA is for: Client-facing advisors and team members, to better understand your clients and their families, the options available to them, and to collaborate with fellow advisors. Business development roles, to be nimble and opportunistic with the demands of U/HNW families today. Planning and philanthropic specialists, to support junior team members, and for advanced leaders to update their knowledge and be first to access new courses. Associates interested in social change, to further their career development and boost firm loyalty and retention. FACULTY Nishita Bakshi MBA, MSAE, IPA Philanthropy Advisor Aquanetta Betts JD, AEP®, CAP®, CFRE, IPA Johnson Betts, LLC Beth Harper Briglia CPA, CAP®, IPA Philanthropic Advisor Ginni Galicinao ACFBA, ACFWA, CAP®, CPCC, ORSC, IPA Dynamics of Family Wealth Mark Greer MBA, CAP®, IPA Phīla Engaged Giving Steve Grourke CAP®, CFRE, IPA National Park Foundation Andrew Ho MBA, CAP®, IPA National Academy of Sciences Seth Klukoff IPA Eoan Strategies, LLC Shelly Kurtz IPA Eagle Pointe Advisors Cris Chapparo Lutz CAP®, CSPG, IPA The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens Tony Macklin CAP®, IPA Daylight Rick Peck CAP®, CFP®, ChFC®, IPA Richard C. Peck Consulting, LLC Rebecca Rothey CFRE, CAP®, AEP®, IPA FACILITATORS Bleu Blakslee IPA Quantum Philanthropy Partners Consulting LLC Beth Harper Briglia CPA, CAP®, IPA Philanthropic Advisor Jaimi Cortes MBA, IPA COR Philanthropic Strategies Kristin Giant JD, IPA Hyperlocal Impact Consultants, LLC Zakiya Lord CFRE, CAP®, IPA The Climate & Clean Energy Equity Fund Ruyi Lu IPA CCS Fundraising Tony Macklin CAP®, IPA Tony Macklin Consulting Rob McPherson IPA The Indianapolis Foundation Doug Page CAP®, IPA Greater Tacoma Community Foundation Erik Rankin MS, MPS, IPA Illinois Prairie Community Foundation Dorothy Stuehmke MPA, CAP®, IPA Capital Impact Advisory Jilla Tombar CAP®, IPA Blackbridge Philanthropic Joy Webb MBA, CAP®, IPA Philanthropic Advisor REGISTER Cohorts starting in October 2026 and January 2027 . Space is limited. Groups are intentionally limited to 12-15 participants to maintain a high-quality learning experience. Secure your spot today. Enroll Now Impact Philanthropy Advisor - Nonprofit & Independent Practitioners Price $2,500.00 Enroll Now Impact Philanthropy Advisor - For Profit Professionals Price $2,850.00 Re-Enroll or Withdraw Still have questions? See our FAQs . Register for a live info session. Not ready for the Certified IPA program? Join our Introduction to Philanthropic Planning Certificate - a complimentary, two-module, self-study program! IPA Experience Faculty Register IPA: A New Standard for Impact Quick Links About NPS Testimonials Experience IPA Modules Who Faculty Facilitators Register

Daylight equips wealth and philanthropic advisors with the confidence, competence, and cultural dexterity to grow their practices, strengthen client relationships, and lead with impact. Our Certified Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) program and certificate offerings establish a new benchmark for excellence in philanthropic planning education. IPA Live Info Sessions Next info session: September 10, 2026 at 9 am PT/ 12 pm ET Join an upcoming live Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) information session and learn how IPA can take your philanthropic planning expertise to the next level! We will provide additional details about IPA, the learner experience, and how it can help accelerate your technical, relational, and practical skills to support philanthropic clients and grow your practice. Whether you’re a client-facing advisor, development professional, or seasoned practitioner, you’ll learn what sets IPA apart from other professional development programs in philanthropic planning. Register Now Upcoming Info Session Dates September 10, 2026 9 am PT/12 pm ET November 12, 2026 9 am PT/12 pm ET October 1, 2026 12 pm PT/3 pm ET December 9, 2026 12 pm PT/3 pm ET Meet Our IPA Team Megan Lemieux Bell Tony Macklin Crystal Thompkins

The Essentials of Modern DAF Advising Certificate provides a practical, unconflicted introduction to today’s DAF landscape. Certificates Essentials of Modern DAF Advising Certificate Donor-advised funds (DAFs) are among the most widely used and flexible philanthropic vehicles available to donors and their advisors. Their rapid growth has expanded the range of donors they serve, the charitable strategies they support, and the sponsoring organizations that offer them. At the same time, DAFs have generated confusion, misconceptions, and ongoing debate among advisors, nonprofits, policymakers, and the public. The certificate provides a practical, unconflicted introduction to today’s DAF landscape. Learners will gain a clear understanding of how DAFs work, the sponsor ecosystem, common planning opportunities and limitations, and the role DAFs can play within broader philanthropic and financial planning strategies. They will also explore many ways to thoughtfully incorporate DAFs into client engagements. Designed primarily for wealth advisors, attorneys, CPAs, trust officers, family office professionals, and philanthropic advisors, the program may also benefit development professionals and nonprofit leaders seeking a deeper understanding of DAFs. However, it is not designed to train nonprofit professionals to raise funds from DAFs. Net Promoter Score A strong endorsement from advisors raising the standard of DAF advising. Response period: July 22 - August 9, 2026. Total Responses=38 NPS 84 LEARNING OBJECTIVES Explain how DAFs operate from legal, structural, and practical perspectives. Recognize the range of clients and philanthropic situations for which a DAF may be appropriate. Evaluate DAF sponsors based on a client’s goals, preferences, and planning needs. Identify opportunities and limitations when incorporating DAFs into philanthropic, financial, tax, and estate planning. Use effective conversation prompts to help clients clarify their philanthropic goals and determine whether a DAF is an appropriate solution. FACULTY Tony Macklin Tony Macklin, CAP®, IPA, leads the development of new education programs and field-building projects as Daylight’s Director of Advisor Practice. He is a philanthropist, philanthropoid, and philanthropy geek. Tony enjoys working at the intersection of meaningful giving and community results, specifically connecting older, established forms of philanthropy with emerging trends and experiments. Tony helps donors, families, grantmakers, and their advisors and associations answer questions about shared purpose, use of resources for social impact, governance, strategy, and assessment. He is a frequent speaker, trainer, and author. Dien Yuen Dien Yuen, JD, LLM, CAP®, AEP®, IPA, is the founder and CEO of Daylight. She previously founded the Center for Philanthropy and Social Impact at The American College of Financial Services, where she developed and taught courses in the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy® (CAP®) program as the Blunt-Nickel Professor in Philanthropy. She also previously served on the faculty of the Wealth Management Institute (Singapore), where she received the Distinguished Faculty Award. Dien was named to WealthManagement.com 's 2025 Ten to Watch and was inducted into the National Association of Charitable Gift Planners Hall of Fame in 2023. Essentials of DAF Advising Certificate Modules The Modern DAF Landscape Effectively Incorporating DAFs into Planning Course Format Program Type: Certificate program - asynchronous with module quizzes Program Delivery: Readings, videos, graphics, downloadable resources Program Complexity Level: Overview Daylight is an approved CE sponsor. Continuing education credits are eligible for completion of the Essentials of DAF Advising Certificate. IPA, CFP®, CPWA®, CIMA®, RMA®, CAP®, CFRE, CSPGCM:  2 hours  Download the Essentials for DAF Advising Certificate program description and program outline . Register for an individual certificate or an Annual Certificate Subscription now. INDIVIDUAL OR ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION CHECKOUT

Daylight was founded by leaders committed to advancing excellence and innovation in philanthropic advising training. Our programs are rooted in decades of real-world experiences across wealth management, philanthropic consulting, charitable planning, family dynamics, program design, and adult education. Daylight is a leading professional development platform equipping advisors with the confidence, competence, and cultural dexterity to grow their philanthropic planning practice. Through its Certified Impact Philanthropy Advisor (IPA) program and certificate offerings, Daylight has set a new benchmark for excellence in philanthropic planning education. Graduates of Daylight join the Impact Advisor Network (IAN), the fastest-growing community of practitioners in philanthropic advising. Board of Directors Chris Blunt CEO Peak Altitude Equity Dien Yuen , JD, LLM, CAP®, AEP®, IPA CEO Daylight Advisory Board Dianne Chipps Bailey , JD, CAP®, IPA MD, Natl. Philanthropic Strategy Exec. Bank of America Noel Pacarro Brown , CIMA®, CPWA® Financial Advisor, SVP The Conscious Wealth Mgmt Group at Morgan Stanley Nina L. Cohen , JD, CAP® Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer, Mng. Dir., Glenmede Yvonne L. Moore , IPA Founder and Managing Director Moore Philanthropy Birger Stamperdahl , IPA President & CEO of Give2Asia, CEO of Myriad Alliance Toussaint Bailey Founder & Managing Partner, Uplifing Capital Stephanie Becerra Buckley , CAP® Head of Trust Philanthropic Services Wells Fargo Private Bank Avery T. Fontaine , CAP® SVP, Head of Philanthropy & Impact PNC Private Bank Hawthorn Faye Ong , CIPP Exec. Dir. Head of the Phil. Ctr., Sing. & SE Asia, J.P.Morgan Private Bank Edward Wang , 21/64 Cert. Adv., IPA VP, Family Office of Philanthropy Marin Community Foundation Brantley Boyett , JD, IPA President and Co-Founder Giving Docs Karen Mae Cheung , LLM, TEP, IPA Reg. Dir of Business Dev., APAC Growth Strategy & Client Mgmt., Equiom Group Hugh Lawson , IPA Principal, Lawson Leadership Advisory Ltd. Padric H.B. Scot t, MSFP®, CFP®, AEP®, CAP®, CLU®, WMCP®, IPA Pres. & CEO, Crossroad Capital Partners Freda L. Zietlow , CFA, NACD.DC® Board Dir., Bank of the Orient, Board Dir., MyriadUSA

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