2025 Theme: Towards equality as a lived reality Across Europe today, inequality is a central, structural and deeply embedded issue that cuts across income, geography and age, as well…
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 - 28 July 2025
Research Forum – Revitalising Europe’s Economic Dynamism: The Role of Philanthropy in Research and Innovation
View the programme Register The Research Forum will…
News - 14 July 2025
European Day of Foundations and Donors 2025
News - 18 June 2025
ERNOP 12th International Conference: Philanthropy by the people, for the people?
ERNOP will host the ERNOP 12th International Conference on “Philanthropy by the people, for the people?” in Heidelberg, Germany, on 25-26 September to explore how…
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…
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…
News - 15 May 2025
ERNOP Safe Spaces for Philanthropy 2025: Connecting Academia and Practice
ERNOP, in collaboration with Philea, will host “Safe Spaces for Philanthropy 2025” on 24 September in Heidelberg, Germany, to provide in-depth…
News - 22 April 2025
The hidden costs of welfare’s legacy payment systems: Why Europe must modernise now
Outdated, fragmented welfare payment systems are still the norm in many European countries, leading to delays in pension disbursements, healthcare reimbursements and social benefits.
News - 17 March 2025
What we see when we apply equity lenses to AI
When philanthropic organisations work together with other stakeholders, their impact on AI governance becomes significantly more powerful.