Sharilyn Hale

Sharilyn provides expert advice to generous families to channel their wealth and influence to create a better world. Based in Toronto, she works with changemakers across North America and the Caribbean, guiding them to give well, engage their families, and envision a meaningful legacy aligned with their values. Whether families are new to philanthropy or have a long philanthropic tradition, Sharilyn expertly blends corporate and family governance principles in her work with family foundations and boards, helping them define and build systems to support their vision for impact. Drawing on deep community knowledge and the application of research and leading practices, Sharilyn’s bespoke advisory services result in clients experiencing greater clarity, confidence and purpose in their philanthropy. Sharilyn’s career has spanned charitable and philanthropy communities, and she is an engaged volunteer and board director. A respected educator and author, Sharilyn’s doctoral research on governance and multi-generational family philanthropy produced a model that helps families approach their giving more cohesively. In recognition of her significant contributions, Sharilyn was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025. She also received a Family Wealth Report Award for her work advancing philanthropy in the Caribbean.