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Guiding Generosity with Joy, Clarity and Purpose

Led by Catalina Ruiz-Healy, Camino Impact Partners is a boutique philanthropy advisory firm that brings you the experience, insight and strategic rigor needed for you to lead with generosity.

Camino Impact is your partner in turning your vision into action, solving complex challenges, and connecting passion for causes into a family legacy of lasting change.

Services

Camino Impact Partners offers philanthropic advising to individuals, families, and foundations who are ready to turn wealth into lasting impact. Whether you are navigating a recent liquidity event, re-thinking your giving to-date, engaging the next generation, or preparing to spend down, I provide expert counsel grounded in strategy, empathy, and experience.

  • We turn your values into action. Together, we define your philanthropic vision, focus your goals, and align your resources to maximize impact—so you feel confident and energized every step of the way.

    From donor-advised funds to private foundations to collaborative models, we help you choose and refine the structure that best serves your goals, family dynamics, and desired level of involvement.

  • We help families connect across generations, fostering shared purpose and voice. Through proven tools and facilitation, we engage heirs in meaningful conversations about values, legacy, and leadership.

  • We connect you to the right opportunities, partners, and communities—ensuring your giving is thoughtful, equitable, and catalytic. We offer issue-specific expertise and guidance on how to evaluate progress without overburdening grantees.

  • We provide expert support in designing and streamlining your grants management process—from intake to decision-making to reporting—ensuring efficiency, compliance, and a positive experience for grantees. Whether you're just starting or refining an existing system, we help make your operations as impactful as your vision.

  • For those planning to sunset a foundation or pass the torch, we offer hands-on guidance to ensure that your final chapter is just as powerful and intentional as your first.

Let’s Begin

Every philanthropic journey is different. Whether you need a thought partner to get started, an expert to refine your strategy, or a facilitator to guide your family forward, Catalina brings three decades of trusted experience—along with warmth, discretion, and an unwavering commitment to your purpose.

Ready to make your giving more joyful and impactful?
Let’s start the conversation.