Like an ocean, philanthropy surrounds us in our daily lives. Sometimes you see the waves, perhaps sometimes a storm, and more often than not there are currents which remain invisible yet which keep things moving forward. I’m not sure any of us could count each occasion when philanthropy has intersected our lives, for often it passes us by without us noticing. Read More
In too many countries, and across too many communities, the issues that are afforded attention, as well as the means of addressing them, are decided by those in positions of power. The title of this piece, a quote by a 6-year-old from Pakistan, points to the shortcomings of this reality. Read More
Philanthropy plays a fundamental role in civil society, with children and young people globally being one of the most common beneficiaries of philanthropic gifts. Yet children’s voices are all too often absent from philanthropic conversations and decision-making: We frequently ignore their role as current social actors and, importantly, as active… Read More
HR, Legal, Finance and Technology functions comprise the indispensable operating platform on which charitable foundations depend. Since change and operational performance in philanthropies isn’t driven by competition, as it is in the private sector, leadership of these operating functions needs to constantly challenge itself in order to excel. Freely sharing ideas and… Read More
Climate change is the crisis of our time. Bending current emissions trajectories is the central task to achieve climate neutrality. This requires enhanced action and cooperation in and across all societal sectors on a global scale. Looking at recent developments in the philanthropy sector reinforces my hope that we can achieve this. Read More
Democracy and civil society have a two-way relationship. Read More
A few weeks ago, Philea hosted an event bringing together philanthropy networks, practitioners, social movements, researchers, advocates and nonprofit leaders to think about what the philanthropic field could look like if funding practices shifted to better meet the challenges of our time. Read More
What if … a network of philanthropic organisations join forces to turn capital into capability against climate breakdown? Combining previous concepts from war bonds and digital currencies could be the most comprehensive move for philanthropy this century – following the science whilst leading the way for policy makers and society. Read More
At this point in the history of Europe, it is more important than ever that we can rely on journalists to tell the stories we need to hear, to reveal the truths behind the crises we are facing – from war to environmental collapse. Read More
As we mark World Press Freedom Day, Sheetal Vyas, outlines progress in creating a major new global fund designed to scale up an effective response and how philanthropy provides an essential part of ensuring its success. Read More
