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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…
News - 28 August 2026

What France’s Senate report on private philanthropy funding means for Europe

The commission was launched in response to concern over coordinated, ideologically driven funding strategies operating under the guise of philanthropy, most notably a network of foundations linked to a French businessman openly promoting a right-wing and far-right political agenda.
News - 27 August 2026

New survey to map philanthropy infrastructure across Central and Eastern Europe

A new survey has been launched to map the organisations, networks, platforms and initiatives that help philanthropy and civic action across Central and Eastern Europe. How do organisations…
News - 26 August 2026

Organisational Development Community of Practice – “Funding Organisational Development: From Insight to Action” Publication Launch

Register View the programme The Organisational Development Community…