Mark Greer is a philanthropic advisor and legacy strategist who helps ultra-high-net-wealth families, next-generation leaders, and family offices align wealth with purpose. At Phīla Engaged Giving, he guides clients through deeply personal philanthropic journeys, crafting giving strategies that honor family values, build intergenerational legacy, and reflect a commitment to impact with integrity.
With a background in community organizing, Mark brings a justice-informed lens to philanthropy while meeting families where they are. He is known for designing thoughtful, high-touch engagements-from family learning journeys and foundation planning to global giving strategies and bespoke advisory for next-gen inheritors.
Mark has held leadership and grantmaking roles at JPMorgan Chase Foundation, The Kresge Foundation, and the PwC Charitable Foundation. He previously served as Co-Executive Director of the Transforming Power Fund, a Detroit-based collaborative fund supporting community-led change.
Mark holds a B.A. in Political Science and Afro-American & African Studies from the University of Michigan and an M.B.A. from Wayne State University’s Mike Ilitch School of Business. He is a Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) a 21/64 Certified Advisor in Multigenerational Philanthropy, and serves as a faculty member for Daylight Advisor’s Impact Philanthropy Advisor Certificate program.
A native Detroiter, Mark serves on the boards of the Detroit Sound Conservancy and the Black Male Educators Alliance. He is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., and enjoys traveling, live music, and exploring parks with his wife Jamesa and their daughter Nia.
Mark Greer
Philanthropic Advisor
As a Philanthropic Advisor, Mark leads client engagements that integrate philanthropy into legacy planning, family learning journeys, and multigenerational strategy, with a focus on data driven, community-led impact. Mark brings a culturally grounded, relationship-centered approach to his work, shaped by his Detroit roots and deep experience in justice-informed philanthropy, impact investing, and corporate responsibility. He is especially passionate about guiding families through moments of transition, helping them build clarity, cohesion, and long-term vision in their giving.
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Mark Greer
As a Philanthropic Advisor, Mark leads client engagements that integrate philanthropy into legacy planning, family learning journeys, and multigenerational strategy, with a focus on data driven, community-led impact. Mark brings a culturally grounded, relationship-centered approach to his work, shaped by his Detroit roots and deep experience in justice-informed philanthropy, impact investing, and corporate responsibility. He is especially passionate about guiding families through moments of transition, helping them build clarity, cohesion, and long-term vision in their giving.
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