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

News - 2 February 2026

Applications open for Generation Now 2026

Applications are now open for Generation Now 2026, a peer-learning programme giving young professionals in philanthropy a unique chance to interact with leading philanthropy practitioners from Europe and around…

News - 30 January 2026

Member-only registration opens for Philea Forum 2026

Registration is now exclusively-open to Philea members and associates for the Philea Forum 2026 “Philanthropy for People and Planet” in Copenhagen from 18-21 May, hosted by a group of Danish foundations.

News - 28 January 2026

Philea signs open letter urging Commission to reverse European Cross-Border Associations (ECBA) Directive withdrawal

Philea has signed an open letter, alongside 250+ organisations, urging the European Commission to reverse its proposed withdrawal of the European Cross-Border Associations (ECBA) Directive. A…

News - 21 January 2026

Philea launches dedicated “Year of Climate and Environment”

In 2026 Philea will put a spotlight on the theme of climate and environment, seeking to expand the conversation on the work of philanthropy in this field and highlight…

News - 15 December 2025

Philea welcomes new EU Strategy for Civil Society

Philea welcomes the new EU Strategy for Civil Society as a significant milestone for the civil society sector. On 12 November 2025, the European Commission unveiled…

Press Release - 4 December 2025

Europe’s Future Depends on a Thriving Civic Space: Why Policymakers Must Partner with Philanthropy

Brussels, 4 December 2025 – This week, as EU policymakers and philanthropic leaders gathered in Brussels for EuroPhilantopics 2025, the stakes could not be higher. As Europe redefines its priorities…

News - 17 November 2025

Philea releases “Philanthropy Infrastructure in Focus: Supporting, Empowering and Catalysing European Philanthropy”

Philea has released “Philanthropy Infrastructure in Focus: Supporting, Empowering and Catalysing European Philanthropy”, an online guide that explores the unique role and characteristics of Philanthropy Infrastructure Organisations (PIOs) and…

News - 12 November 2025

Portuguese Foundation Centre launches Commitment for Climate Action

The Portuguese Foundation Centre has launched the Portuguese Foundations Commitment for Climate Action, a framework for foundations to integrate climate across their work, on 24 October,…

News - 31 October 2025

Philea calls on the European Commission to reconsider withdrawing the European Cross-Border Association

Philea strongly opposes the European Commission’s proposal to withdraw the Directive on European Cross-Border Associations (ECBA) within 6 months, as was announced on 21 October 2025.

News - 28 October 2025

Philea and EFA concerned about Meta ban on advertising for civil society and philanthropy

In official documents published at the end of September, Meta announced its decision to ban all advertising relating to political, party-political, electoral or social issues within the European Union from…

News - 29 September 2025

Philea publishes “Communicating in a Polarised Environment – Insights and practical strategies for philanthropy communications professionals”

Philea has published “Communicating in a Polarised Environment – Insights and practical strategies for philanthropy communications professionals”, a practical guide that equips philanthropy communicators to navigate division, misinformation and…

News - 12 September 2025

State of the Union speech 2025 offers several entry points for philanthropy

On 10 September, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered the first State of the Union speech of her second term to the European Parliament, outlining the…

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