For many wealthy families, philanthropy is no longer viewed as a separate charitable activity but as an integral part of wealth planning. Private banks, family offices and advisers are increasingly being asked to help clients define not only how they invest and transfer wealth, but also the values that underpin those decisions.
Read moreJoe Crome leads Business Development and the CAF American Donor Fund at CAF, supporting HNW individuals and their advisers with world-class philanthropy services. Joe, who oversees a team managing over £100 million in charitable donations annually, was the first adviser in the UK to hold the Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) certificate. Having worked in the charitable sector for his entire career, his expertise span US and UK grantmaking regulations, donating complex assets, philanthropy advice, and due diligence pertaining to charitable donations.
Joe leads the American Donor Fund team for dual US/UK taxpayers and also leads CAF’s Business Development.
As the UK’s leading DAF provider, CAF distributes over £1 billion annually to charities globally, as well as offering strategic advisory, fundraising tools, and financial services to charities to strengthen their impact.
For many wealthy families, philanthropy is no longer viewed as a separate charitable activity but as an integral part of wealth planning. Private banks, family offices and advisers are increasingly being asked to help clients define not only how they invest and transfer wealth, but also the values that underpin those decisions.
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This week’s 60-second Citywealth Leaders List interview is dedicated to Joe Crome, Head of Business Development and CAF American Donor Fund at Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) and shortlisted in the Citywealth Magic Circle Awards 2026 ‘Philanthropy Advisor of the Year’.
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