Together we can do it: The potential of philanthropy for the SDGs
Crises and radical changes characterise this year. Many of us realise: we must work for a more just, peaceful and sustainable world! What can foundations contribute? We show this in our new online report.
A strong post-crisis Europe cannot be achieved without the non-profit sector!
On 1 July Germany took over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. In an interview with Marie-Alix Baroness Ebner von Eschenbach, who is executive board member of the Association of German Foundations, she explained aspects regarding the role of the civil society in Germany’s programme for the Council Presidency.
Keeper of Stability in the Crisis – Foundations as a Constant in Society
Current figures of the Association of German Foundations show: Foundations remain attractive.
Local Action for Global Good - why and how to embrace the SDGs
While focusing on community foundations, there are lessons which could be applicable to other foundations, in particular those with a local area focus. This blog highlights the relevance of the work of community foundations to the SDGs and describes an approach to embrace the Global Goals at local level.
What is a foundation?
There is no legal definition for foundations. It merely is a generic term for a complex range of entities enshrined in private, public or church law.
International co-working
We present a list of transnational foundation networks, national foundation associations outside of Europe and the umbrella organisation of foundations in the USA.
What’s next in the foundation and philanthropy sector?
Our first few hypotheses are: it will be more global, more transparent, more participatory, more collaborative, more digital, and more entrepreneurial; and there will be larger investment.
Facts and figures
The documentation and research of the foundation system is a central task of the Association of German Foundations.