Helping funders and social innovators drive measurable impact
Partnering with foundations, philanthropists, and social enterprises worldwide to design catalytic strategies, measure outcomes, and tell powerful stories of impact.
Services
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Strategic Impact Design
For foundations, funders, philanthropists, and impact-driven organizations seeking overall strategic impact clarity.
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Program or Initiative Design
For organizations that already know their big picture why and how - but need help designing specific programs or focus areas.
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Fractional Impact Leadership
For small–mid-sized family offices and impact organizations that don’t have full-time impact staff or need temporary leadership.
Anna De La Cruz
Social impact consultant, researcher, writer and speaker with 20 years of global experience spanning Latin America, the US, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Anna brings a blend of rigor and creativity to her work with global organizations, drawing on deep expertise in philanthropy, gender equity, and the care economy.
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Speaking
Bring the Care Economy and Social Impact to Your Stage
Anna delivers keynotes, panels, and workshops on:
Catalytic and equity-focused philanthropy
Measuring and communicating social impact
The global care economy and the future of work
Testimonials
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![Luis Santiago, Pegasi]()
Anna's coaching was incredibly valuable in helping us understand the importance of incorporating a gender lens in our business practices and decision-making. I highly recommend Anna's gender lens coaching for any organization looking to improve their gender equity and create more inclusive and effective products and services. Her expertise and guidance have been invaluable in helping us achieve our goals,
Luis Santiago, Founder, Pegasi
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![Nancy Swanson-Roberts]()
Anna has provided our foundation with the ability to understand the social impact of our portfolio. She has expertise not only in the design and implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans, but also strategic planning, research, communications and management. Anna is a joy to work with and an integral part of our team.”
Nancy Swanson-Roberts, Executive Director, Linked Foundation
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![Annie O'Connor]()
Anna brings a pragmatic and creative approach that is backed by proven best practices and real world experience. As the Senior Analyst for a multi-part project for a strategic corporate social responsibility client, Anna was tireless in her pursuit of new insights, was integral in the creation of a sustainable and effective measurement strategy, and expertly led data collection and analysis efforts. Anna is a great communicator, a thoughtful and inspired contributor, and an asset to any team that she chooses to join.
Annie O’Connor, Director, Vital Wave (former)
Ready to Partner to Create Lasting Impact?
Collaborating remotely with clients in North America, Latin America, and Europe, with in-person travel available as needed. Anna’s bilingual English-Spanish background and global fieldwork experience allow her to bridge contexts and connect across cultures. Whether to develop an impact strategy, measure results, or explore the care economy, reach out to explore how we can work together.
