The 2025 Innovations in International Philanthropy Symposium had a significant impact, with a clear backdrop: the world is facing numerous challenges, including war, famine, climate shocks, and erosion of civic institutions.
Despite these challenges, the symposium was filled with determination to act and protect the most vulnerable, with a focus on advancing solutions at scale.
War, famine, climate shocks, and the erosion of civic institutions are not just abstract headlines — they are lived realities for billions.
The event brought together donors and practitioners who were driven by urgency and a desire to go beyond awareness-raising conversations.
Author's summary: Symposium tackles global challenges.