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Read all the latest news from Philea, our members and the wider philanthropic sector.

News - 29 September 2026

State of the European Union 2026: What does it mean for philanthropy?

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s latest State of the European Union speech focused on Europe’s response to a rapidly changing world. While much…

News - 28 September 2026

Philea publishes “Funding Organisational Development: From Insight to Action”

Philea has published “Funding Organisational Development: From Insight to Action”, a new guide that offers practical guidance for funders looking to design organisational development (OD) support that responds…

News - 17 September 2026

Philea publishes “Unrestricted Funding: A Practical Guide for Funders”

Philea has published “Unrestricted Funding: A Practical Guide for Funders”, a new guide that combines research, case studies and practical tools to help funders adopt more flexible, strategic and…

News - 27 August 2026

New survey to map philanthropy infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe

A new survey has been launched to map the organisations, networks, platforms and initiatives that help philanthropy and civic action across Central and Eastern Europe. How do organisations…

News - 24 July 2026

European Commission proposes major tax simplification package

Philea welcomes the tax simplification proposed by the European Commission, which can be relevant for those foundations that own companies. However, as is the case with the Commission 28-regime proposal, we consider that tax simplification efforts should not be limited to companies but must be equally sought for other legal entities such as foundations.

News - 22 July 2026

European Commission to launch new European coalition against poverty in autumn 2026

In its Anti-Poverty Strategy, adopted in May 2026, the European Commission announced the launch of a new coalition against poverty, to be unveiled around the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty on 17 October.

News - 10 July 2026

Defending civic space: EU policymakers and civil society step up joint engagement

As attacks on civil society and restrictions on civic space continue to increase, key EU policymakers are joining philanthropy and wider civil society actors in efforts to protect and…

News - 10 July 2026

Irish Presidency of the EU: What is in it for philanthropy?

Ireland holds the Presidency of the European Council from 1 July to 31 December 2026. The Irish Presidency comes as an opportunity to further promote…

News - 8 July 2026

European Commission opens call to express interest to join the Civil Society Platform

Published on 6 July, the European Commission is inviting applications to join the Civil Society Platform - a new forum for structured dialogue and cooperation between civil society organisations and the Commission.

News - 3 July 2026

Philea calls for foundations to be included in the EU’s proposed 28th regime “EU Inc.”

The European Commission’s proposed 28th regime for a single, harmonised EU company form, known as “EU Inc.” should be designed around the full range of…

News - 2 July 2026

TUSEV launches Pledge to Combat Climate Change

TUSEV (Third Sector Foundation of Türkiye), with the support of the Sabancı Foundation, has launched the Türkiye Commitment to Combat Climate Change on 16 June, a framework for civil society organisations…

Press Release - 9 June 2026

Philea launches Empowering Philanthropy Infrastructure for Change (EPIC) to strengthen philanthropy infrastructure across Europe

Philea is pleased to announce the launch of Empowering Philanthropy Infrastructure for Change (EPIC), a new initiative designed to strengthen and grow philanthropy infrastructure across Europe and encourage…

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