“Our vision is an integrated ecosystem for philanthropic work —locally, regionally, globally and individually.”
Chief Operating Officer, Ecobank Foundation
Carl Manlan
“Our vision is an integrated ecosystem for philanthropic work —locally, regionally, globally and individually.”
Chief Operating Officer, Ecobank Foundation
Carl Manlan
The first-ever International Philanthropy Commitment on Climate Change Progress Report is out now!
Read it here.
The first-ever International Philanthropy Commitment on Climate Change Progress Report is out now!
Read it here.
The recent wave of aid cuts has left the philanthropic sector wondering how to save what can be saved, what to expect next, and what to do about it all. In the face of this challenge, WINGS along with philanthropy networks representing over 100,000 philanthropic actors have issued a joint Call to Action to the sector.
Sign the Call to Action today!
The recent wave of aid cuts has left the philanthropic sector wondering how to save what can be saved, what to expect next, and what to do about it all. In the face of this challenge, WINGS along with philanthropy networks representing over 100,000 philanthropic actors have issued a joint Call to Action to the sector.
Sign the Call to Action today!
From October 3-5, 2023, more than 350 attendees from over 50 countries gathered in Nairobi, Kenya for the 7th edition of WINGSForum.
Photos are out now!
From October 3-5, 2023, more than 350 attendees from over 50 countries gathered in Nairobi, Kenya for the 7th edition of WINGSForum.
Photos are out now!
The Philanthropy Transformation Initiative (PTI) aims to transform philanthropy so that it can achieve its full potential in addressing the world's most urgent challenges.
Philanthropic actors are encouraged to join the movement, share stories, and learn from each other.
The Philanthropy Transformation Initiative (PTI) aims to transform philanthropy so that it can achieve its full potential in addressing the world's most urgent challenges.
Philanthropic actors are encouraged to join the movement, share stories, and learn from each other.
#PhilanthropyForClimate is a global movement of foundations committed to taking urgent action on climate change.
Join #PhilanthropyForClimate and commit to meaningful climate action today!
#PhilanthropyForClimate is a global movement of foundations committed to taking urgent action on climate change.
Join #PhilanthropyForClimate and commit to meaningful climate action today!
“Being part of the WINGS network gives us the opportunity to interact with organisations from all over the world that are actively engaged in transforming the philanthropic field. This collaboration allows us to amplify our message and that of communities across the Global South”.
Juliana Tinoco, Executive Coordinator, Alianza Socioambiental Fondos del Sur
WINGS Member
Alianza Socioambiental Fondos del Sur
Location
Brazil
“Being part of the WINGS network gives us the opportunity to interact with organisations from all over the world that are actively engaged in transforming the philanthropic field. This collaboration allows us to amplify our message and that of communities across the Global South”.
Juliana Tinoco, Executive Coordinator, Alianza Socioambiental Fondos del Sur
WINGS Member
Alianza Socioambiental Fondos del Sur
Location
Brazil
“Our vision is an integrated ecosystem for philanthropic work —locally, regionally, globally and individually.”
Chief Operating Officer, Ecobank Foundation
Carl Manlan
“Our vision is an integrated ecosystem for philanthropic work —locally, regionally, globally and individually.”
Chief Operating Officer, Ecobank Foundation
Carl Manlan
The first-ever International Philanthropy Commitment on Climate Change Progress Report is out now!
Read it here.
The first-ever International Philanthropy Commitment on Climate Change Progress Report is out now!
Read it here.
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Elevating philanthropy
WINGS is the only global network of philanthropy support and development organisations. We are a community of more than 200 thought leaders and changemakers across 58 countries who are committed to growing and strengthening philanthropy to ensure that it reaches its fullest potential as a catalyst for social progress. We are committed to ending inertia, breaking down silos, challenging conventional wisdom and creating an enabling environment for philanthropy to flourish. Our goal is to encourage collaboration and ignite potential – to rally philanthropic actors everywhere to build a more just, equitable and sustainable world.
Read about our vision, mission and values.
How we serve
Collective intelligence
Strengthening ecosystems
Advocacy and policy
We work in three impact areas which, together, offer the greatest potential for creating lasting systemic change.
WINGS at work
WINGS shares knowledge, creates new paths to progress and builds stakeholder partnerships around the world.
WINGSForum 2023: TRANSFORM
WINGSForum is the global event bringing together philanthropy leaders, professionals, networks, experts and changemakers, from around the world and representing all forms and types of philanthropy. From October 3-5, 2023, more than 350 attendees from over 50 countries gathered in Nairobi, Kenya for the 7th edition of WINGSForum, this year co-hosted with the African Philanthropy Network (APN).
Framework Partnership Agreement with the EU
Building upon WINGS’ 2023-2027 Strategic Plan and the success of the ‘Unlocking Philanthropy’s Potential’ initiative, WINGS signed a four-year Framework Partnership Agreement with the EU and, in July 2023, launched the Leap 4 Dev project. This project aims to leverage philanthropy’s engagement, funding, influence and added value to implement the 2030 Agenda and become a relevant partner in development cooperation.
Strengthening the African Philanthropy Support Ecosystem
The African philanthropy landscape is incredibly rich, characterised by a diversity of actors, practices, and policies. However, there is an important need for awareness-raising, engagement of local actors and the creation of strategic partnerships with national and international philanthropic actors to unlock the potential of African philanthropy.
#PhilanthropyForClimate
The #PhilanthropyForClimate movement is a growing community of more than 750 funders committing to integrating a climate lens across their activities, from governance to grantmaking, regardless of size, thematic focus or geographic location. Recognizing the urgent and intersectional nature of climate change, the initiative brings together global coordinated action of philanthropy on climate. The movement currently accounts for eight independent commitments in the UK, Italy, France, Spain, Poland, Canada and Brazil, as well as the International Commitment.
Acting Together to Lift Up Philanthropy
This research shows how to build a robust Philanthropy Support Ecosystem (PSE) to unlock the potential of philanthropy. It uses a suite of tools and approaches adaptable to different countries. The results will enable domestic foundations and donors, existing PSO leaders and other stakeholders to build the ecosystem they want.
Knowledge hub
We are committed to offering the best-curated content available anywhere to philanthropic actors everywhere.
Publications
Research and practical tools on philanthropy.
Philanthropy in Focus
Check the WINGS blog and join the conversation with our members.
Webinars
Find our latest webinars, events and video content.
Our unique global network
WINGS is a community of more than 200 thought leaders and changemakers across 58 countries who are committed to growing and strengthening philanthropy to ensure that it reaches its fullest potential as a catalyst for social progress. The diversity of our membership affords us unique insight into the smallest signals occurring in a single community and the largest trends unfolding around the world.
30 | Apr
Turning the tide on climate: Funding for climate and gender justice
Climate justice demands more than climate finance; it requires feminist leadership. Sofia Arroyo Martín del Campo explores why grassroots, women-led climate action in the Global South remains underfunded, and how feminist funds are ready to scale just, community-rooted solutions.
30 | Apr
Philanthropy in Nepal: Opportunities and challenges
27 | Mar
All this wealth in Asia – what’s holding it back from doing more?
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The WINGS network is grateful for the support of our funders and thought partners. Without their help, our important work would not be possible.
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