Philea is a network organization that unites foundations and philanthropic organizations in Europe to promote collaboration and positive social change.
Philea, the Philanthropy Europe Association, is a network organisation that unites foundations, philanthropic organisations, and networks across Europe to promote the common good. The network aims to enable, encourage, and empower the philanthropic community to build a better society by fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and collective action. Philea's vision is for philanthropy to use its full potential to co-shape and support a pluralistic, just, and resilient society that centres people and the planet. Philea's mission is to galvanise collective action and amplify the voice of European philanthropy. The network operates through various thematic networks, including those focused on climate, democracy, and equality, which bring together foundations and other stakeholders to address specific issues and challenges. These networks facilitate collaboration, knowledge exchange, and joint action to drive positive social change. Philea's values include trust, collaboration, transparency, innovation, inclusion, and diversity. The network is committed to enhancing these values within the European philanthropy sector and promoting a culture of cooperation and collective impact.