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News - 16 September 2026

Democracy Network – Strong Far-Right Parties in Western Europe: Implications for Democracy and Civil Society

The Democracy Network is hosting a webinar on “Strong Far-Right Parties in Western Europe: Implications for Democracy and Civil Society” on 24 September. During this session, a…
News - 15 September 2026

The crisis behind the crises: why protecting access to information belongs in every funder’s strategy

Information integrity is not one crisis among many, but the foundation on which every other societal challenge rests. On International Day of Democracy, here’s how philanthropy can help.
News - 9 September 2026

The trouble with our institutions – should philanthropy play a role?

Our institutions were reasonably effective for many decades, providing peace and prosperity. But that very track record of success has often made them rigid and inflexible, and given space for the populist right to promise to burn them down.
News - 9 September 2026

Evidence and Learning Community of Practice – Practices of Decolonised Locally-led MEL

The Evidence and Learning Community of Practice will host “Practices of Decolonised Locally-led MEL” online on 13 October. Across philanthropy and social change organisations, there…
News - 7 September 2026

Beyond the myth of big philanthropy

Philanthropy plays a key role in Europe’s civic, social and democratic life. Yet in many parts of Europe and beyond, public debate about philanthropy has become increasingly misinformed.
News - 2 September 2026

Philanthropy is not defined only by resources but by relationships

After two years in philanthropy, I remain sceptical of its flaws - but far more curious about its potential. I have learned that its true value lies in resisting easy answers: in the relationships it builds, the voices it amplifies and its willingness to keep questioning and improving its own practices.
News - 1 September 2026

European Day of Foundations and Donors 2026

News - 1 September 2026

Philanthropy Platform 2026: Building Bridges in Fragmented Times

The Association of Liechtenstein Charitable Foundations and Trusts will host the Philanthropy Platform 2026 on 24 September under the theme of…
News - 31 August 2026

Flexible Funding for Uncertain Times: Evidence, Practice and Pathways for Change

Register View the programme Philea will host “Flexible Funding…
News - 31 August 2026

Futures Philanthropy Initiative – Futures of Governance in Philanthropy: Resonance and Exploration

Philea’s Futures Philanthropy Initiative will host “Futures of Governance in Philanthropy: Resonance and Exploration” online on 8 September. Philanthropy stands at a crossroads and long-term thinking, bold…