Philea Forum 2026 – Philanthropy for People and Planet The Philea Forum 2026 will take place in Copenhagen, Denmark on 18-21 May, exploring “Philanthropy for People and…
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 - 2 September 2025
Journalism Funders Forum – Beyond the Headlines: Why Funders Should Support Independent Media
The Journalism Funders Forum will host “Beyond the Headlines: Why Funders Should Support Independent Media” online on 23 September, with Civitates, to explore their new…
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 - 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 - 16 June 2025
Philea launches survey on media and journalism funding in Europe
Philea has launched a survey on media and journalism funding in Europe, seeking to create an image of the funding landscape and shape a stronger philanthropic agenda for independent journalism…
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 - 26 February 2025
Registration opens for Philea Forum 2025
Registration is now open for the Philea Forum 2025 “Power and Equality: A Balancing Act” in Lisbon from 2-5 June, hosted by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation.
News - 12 February 2025
2025 Democracy Briefer for Funders: What’s Happening to European Democracy and What Funders Can Do About It