Reflecting on the global challenges we face today, from the increasing socio-economic inequalities to climate change, responsible giving is as important as responsible receiving. Philanthropy must not only respond to immediate needs but evolve into a catalyst for deep, sustainable changes. As the Founder of Friendship in Bangladesh and Friendship… Read More
In late 2021, Wilde Ganzen began exploring methodologies to enhance community participation with minimal interference from the organisation. Participatory Grantmaking (PGM) emerged as a promising approach – not only to increase community participation but also to potentially reshape how we operate as an organisation in the future. We envisioned that… Read More
The philanthropic task has become more complex due to disruptions caused by the global pandemic, persistent socio-economic inequalities, increasing polarisation, institutional racism, and the widespread impacts of climate change. These factors continuously challenge the legitimate and fundamental aims of philanthropy. Philanthropic organisations are also increasingly required to ensure high standards… Read More
Foundations support development in many ways. What they fund and support is important. But how they provide this support is critical to achieving impact. In recent years, philanthropy has increasingly scrutinised its own methods of giving. Flexibility, agility, and risk-taking are intrinsic to philanthropy’s values and has been put forth… Read More
In a time of multiple global crises, from climate change to social inequality, the philanthropic sector faces a critical question: should foundations rapidly increase their spending to address urgent needs, or shape their spending patterns to balance the demands of current and future generations? As the CEO of the Association… Read More
The grandeur of the Summit is reflected not just in its scale but in its potential to catalyse meaningful change. Read More
At its core, the Graduating to Resilience project adopts the ‘Graduation Approach’, a tested strategy for empowering people to lift themselves out of poverty. Rather than providing short-term aid, this model emphasises sustainable solutions that improve food security, economic stability, and resilience to future crises. Read More
In Italy there is a pattern that shows that some categories of people suffer more consequences when it comes to inequality. Access to sport is no exception but foundations, volunteers and non-profit organisations work together every day to leave no one behind. Read More
A little over a year ago, the European Philanthropic Initiative for Migration (EPIM), adopted a co-leadership structure, making it one of the first major philanthropic organisations in Europe to do so. Co-Director’s Sophie and Hrishabh interviewed each other reflecting on highs and lows, and what it… Read More
It's time to help foundations understand why supporting journalism has become more indispensable and meaningful than ever before. Read More
