Highly Commended Private Bank – Philanthropy
BNP Paribas Wealth Management
Mae Anderson
head of philanthropy services Asia, BNP Paribas Wealth Management
We are honoured to be Highly Commended by Asian Private Banker. This recognition reflects our commitment to delivering thoughtful, client-led philanthropy advice across Asia, shaped by our close understanding of families, family offices, entrepreneurs and next-generation leaders.
Our focus has been on supporting clients through increasingly complex giving decisions, where personal values, family dynamics, and long-term legacy considerations intersect. By working closely with clients to develop tailored strategies and practical approaches, we help them navigate change with clarity and confidence. This commendation affirms our belief that effective philanthropy is not about one-size-fits-all solutions but about listening carefully and building approaches that evolve alongside our clients.
Winners Rationale
“At BNP Paribas Wealth Management (BNP Paribas WM), philanthropy is not merely a programme; it is a foundational commitment embedded in its leadership. The bank’s regional management has been instrumental in shaping industry policy and advancing Singapore’s status as Asia’s premier philanthropy hub, while maintaining deep engagement with the Private Wealth Management Association (PWMA) on family office, Next-Gen, and philanthropic development,” said Stanley Li, senior reporter at Asian Private Banker.
“With dedicated teams in Singapore and Hong Kong, the bank offers bespoke solutions that treat philanthropy as a business discipline. A key development in 2025 was the enhancement of its Donor-Advised Fund (DAF), which prioritises operational agility and speed. Unlike private family foundations, which often entail significant administrative overhead and complex legal structures, the BNP Paribas Bridge Foundation provides clients with a compliant, flexible platform.
“The French wealth manager also uniquely integrates philanthropy into its Next-Gen initiatives, positioning ‘giving back’ as a core pillar of family governance. By empowering heirs to launch social enterprises, the bank ensures that philanthropy serves as a powerful unifying force for Asian family legacies. For these reasons and more, Asian Private Banker is delighted to award BNP Paribas WM with Highly Commended Private Bank – Philanthropy.”
