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News - 21 August 2025

From the sidelines to the frontlines: Why philanthropy must equip activists for the age of AI

Foundations have long championed human rights, justice and democracy. Now is the time to extend that leadership into the age of AI. The need is urgent. The risks are real. And the potential - for both harm and radical progress - is immense.
News - 19 August 2025

Guardians of equality: Why we must invest in the institutions that protect the most marginalised

Equality Bodies are a cornerstone of Europe’s democratic architecture, ensuring that anti-discrimination laws are not just words on paper. But too often, they are underfunded, politically vulnerable, and invisible to those they serve. Philanthropy can be a vital ally in helping these institutions turn equality into reality.
News - 16 July 2025

EuroPhilantopics 2025

EuroPhilantopics 2025 will take place on 3 December in Brussels. EuroPhilantopics serves as a crucial platform for identifying common goals, sharing best practices and forging partnerships to address shared challenges…
News - 14 July 2025

European Day of Foundations and Donors 2025

News - 9 July 2025

Philanthropy inspires me with hope because it is rooted in solidarity, generosity and love

An in-depth interview, originally published in El País in June 2025, on the challenges facing the European foundation sector.
News - 7 July 2025

Philea joins panel at “Civil Society State of the Union” launch event on safeguarding democracy through civil society

Philea took part in a panel discussion hosted by the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) on 25 June in Brussels, around the launch of the…
Press Release - 5 June 2025

Press release: Balancing power and equality on the agenda of largest annual European gathering of philanthropy professionals

05.06.2025 – Lisbon, Portugal – Power and equality took centre stage in Lisbon this week, where more than 800 participants from around Europe and the world convened for the 2025…
News - 28 May 2025

Draft Hungary bill seeks to restrict foreign funding that “influences public life”

On 13 May 2025, Hungary’s ruling Fidesz party presented a bill “Transparency of Public Life”, which would empower the Hungarian government to restrict foreign funded organisations, commercial and non-profit, it…
News - 22 May 2025

KoneKtor 2025 – Navigating Uncertainty: Civil Society and Philanthropy Rising to the Occasion

KoneKtor 2025 – Navigating Uncertainty: Civil Society and Philanthropy Rising to the Occasion Register…
News - 20 May 2025

Philanthropy’s role in ensuring a just and fair transition through the EU Cities Mission

Achieving climate-neutrality by 2030 is an ambitious goal that demands a collective effort from a wide range of stakeholders, coupled with the ability to translate these efforts into concrete actions…