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Philanthropy

How women are transforming philanthropy

Empowered by their growing share of global wealth, women are shaking up the world of philanthropy.

Philanthropy

How to manage philanthropy and impact in the family office

Whether you are an entrepreneur building first-generation wealth or part of a family stewarding a multigenerational legacy, family offices are now at the centre of how families pursue their philanthropic and impact ambitions. As the Great Wealth Transfer accelerates, both new and established families are moving their giving and impact work into the family office—seeking greater coordination, alignment, and professionalism.

Philanthropy

Professionalising purpose: how family offices are reshaping philanthropy

As family wealth passes to a new generation, philanthropy is being embedded into the structures of family offices. The result is a more strategic, professional and intergenerational approach to giving.

Philanthropy

Giving back is a life’s work

Paco Arango, the founder of The Aladina Foundation, has supported countless children with cancer in Spain and around the world. Here, he explains how a profound sense of his own good fortune and his father’s spirit of generosity both influenced his decision to dedicate his life to this cause.

Philanthropy

Leaving a legacy through philanthropy

How can you use your wealth to benefit the generations to come?

Philanthropy

Next generation and philantropy

In 2024, Pictet conducted a research revealing that the next generation sees their businesses as the most significant tool for driving change, surpassing traditional philanthropy. Through workshops with over 150 participants aged 18-25, all preparing for wealth stewardship, Pictet’s philanthropy team explored the concepts of impact and philanthropy. The findings indicate a potential shift in both focus and in the application of wealth towards impact-driven causes.

Philanthropy · 02 Jul 2025

Empowering Manila’s forgotten communities: The transformative work of "better with water"

Join us for a field trip to the Philippines to witness the work of “better with water”, an initiative supported by the Pictet Group Foundation. This programme provides underserved communities in Manila with access to clean, affordable water. Watch the documentary to learn more about their transformative impact.

Philanthropy · 23 Apr 2024

The age of the philanthropreneurs

In pursuit of solutions

Philanthropy · 02 Apr 2024

Stanley Tan - A case study in how business can serve society

The entrepreneur and investor turned a tough childhood into a highly successful business career. But he always held on to the principles of fairness and community spirit that were instilled in him at an early age.

Philanthropy · 09 Feb 2024

Monica Oudang - Investing in people to help achieve a nation’s ambitions

Through her work as the chairperson of the GoTo Impact Foundation, as well as through her own entrepreneurial ventures, the former HR executive is developing talent and helping Indonesia to build a future-proof workforce for the 21st century.

Philanthropy · 11 May 2023

The linguistic quagmire of blended finance

Blended finance can provide a powerful mechanism for investors and philanthropists to maximise the impact of investing and giving.

Philanthropy · 26 Apr 2023

A world fit for life

A guide for changemakers and philanthropists on how to tackle the climate crisis.

Philanthropy · 26 Jan 2023

Aarti Lohia’s art collection is a reflection of her own tastes and personal journey

The art lover and philanthropist says there was ‘no plan’ to become a collector. Yet Aarti Lohia has become not only a powerful voice, but also a sought-after opinion in the world of contemporary art.

Philanthropy · 26 Jan 2023

Pierre Chen has built a 'component powerhouse' from the ground up

The founder and chairman of YAGEO, a global company based in Taiwan that makes essential components for electronic products, talks us through how his vision and execution in M&A have driven the company’s transformation efforts and shares how his passion for art has played an important role in this journey for decades.

Entrepreneurship

Supporting the next generation through investment and philanthropy

Entrepreneur Martin Port says he just can’t stop working, despite two successful multimillion-euro exits. Not interested in the trappings of wealth, British-born Port now focuses on investment, building his latest start-up, supporting the next generation and charity work – with the help of his wife.

Entrepreneurship · 11 Jun 2025

Applying business skills to philanthropy

When Gordon Morrison’s family construction business was sold, he became a philanthropist and real estate developer. Applying his business acumen and experience to his charity work has allowed him to make a significant difference.

Environment · 01 Mar 2023

Climate Crisis - Climate Solutions | Podcast

Unlike the collapse of late Bronze age societies, the climate crisis we face in the 21st century originates from human activity. Hundreds of millions of people are likely to become climate migrants, forced from their homelands by famines, droughts, and other ecological catastrophes. How can we make sense of the disaster of climate change? And what can we do to mitigate its worst effects? Is there hope if we act now?