Beyond Investing Support:
A True Partner in Your Mission
A True Partner in Your Mission
At Mercer Advisors, we go beyond the standard duties of an Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO). As a financial advisor for your nonprofit organization, we become an integrated fiduciary partner for your board and internal team.
We’ll help your organization:
Invest Smarter
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- Institutional-Grade Portfolio Management
- Aligned to Your Organization’s Values
- Access to Private and Alternative Markets
Govern Better
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- Board and Stakeholder Guidance
- Fiduciary Support
- Access to a Network of Nonprofit Professionals
Grow Stronger
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- Donor and Board Education
- Major Gift Planning
- Fundraising Strategies
Comprehensive & Tailored Support
Mercer Advisors is positioned to serve as a financial advisor for nonprofit organizations. Here’s how our approach is different.
Who We Serve
Mercer Advisors is proud to support endowments and foundations across the nation. Dive deeper to learn how we can support your nonprofit’s mission through fiduciary advice and partnership.
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- Prepare financial statements to showcase progress and attract donors.
- Develop a financial plan and Investment Policy Statement for immediate needs and long-term growth.
- Strengthen ties with community stakeholders to boost awareness and collective impact.
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- Build resilient portfolios designed for long-term growth.
- Define metrics to measure impact and share best practices with stakeholders.
- Train leaders and staff on financial management, governance, and fundraising in healthcare.
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- Offer guidance on Investment Policy Statement and manager selection to align decisions with goals and values.
- Train leaders and staff on finance, governance, and risk strategies for working with children.
- Build networks with other youth-focused groups to share insights.
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- Refine Investment Policy Statement to align decision with values and risk tolerance.
- Guide compliance with IRS tax-exempt rules for religious organizations.
- Customize portfolios with values-based overlays for alignment and long-term growth.
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- Develop endowment liquidity plans for operational needs and distributions.
- Advise on Investment Policy Statements to align decisions with academic priorities and growth goals.
- Partner with development teams to engage alumni and donors in intiatives.
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- Develop investing strategies to help support growth while addressing economic sensitivity.
- Provide guidance on IRS compliance, covering tax-exempt status and intellectual property.
- Design portfolios that balance artistic integrity with financial objectives.
Experienced Advisors,
Rooted in Your Local Community
Rooted in Your Local Community
Our team offers institutional-grade investing and advisory
support with decades of experience in the nonprofit sector.
And with offices across the country, you can get connected
with an advisor close to home.
Many advisory firms aren’t built for nonprofits — too big for tailored attention or too small for extensive solutions. I believe we have an ideal blend of personal service and institutional-grade resources.
Partnering with nonprofits is so rewarding. We’re honored to align with meaningful missions by offering tailored support that helps organizations thrive through strong governance and lasting impact.
Nonprofits need more than just investment consulting, so we provide high-impact services like fiduciary oversight and board education to help them extend their reach and achieve their mission.
Trust We’ve Earned
Awards & Recognition
Mercer Advisors was ranked #1 for RIA firms with up to $70 billion in assets. The Barron’s top RIA ranking is based on a combination of metrics – including size, growth, service quality, technology, succession planning and others. No fee was paid for participation in the ranking, however, Mercer Advisors has paid a fee to Barron’s to use the ranking in marketing. Please see important information about the ranking criteria methodology here.
Please Note: Limitations. Neither rankings and/or recognitions by unaffiliated rating services, publications, media, or other organizations, nor the achievement of any professional designation, certification, degree, or license, membership in any professional organization, or any amount of prior experience or success, should be construed by a client or prospective client as a guarantee that they will experience a certain level of results if Mercer Advisors or its investment professionals are engaged, or continues to be engaged, to provide investment advisory services. A fee was not paid by either Mercer Advisors or its investment professionals to receive the award or ranking. The award or ranking is based upon specific criteria and methodology (see ranking criteria/methodology via the “Read More” links). No ranking or recognition should be construed as an endorsement by any past or current client of Mercer Advisors or its investment professionals.
