anuary 17, 2026 | ZURICH, SWITZERLAND: As the limits of traditional philanthropy become increasingly visible, a new generation of capital is stepping forward, one focused on durability, infrastructure, and long-term transformation. The 2nd edition of the Future of Philanthropy Forum in Zurich, explores how purpose-driven capital can evolve from funding projects to reshaping systems, from episodic giving to regenerative impact.
Through a curated, peer-level conversation held under the Chatham House Rules, participants will examine how philanthropy can act as a strategic lever for systems change, bridge public and private sectors, scale trust, and unlock new models of shared prosperity.
“Philanthropy is at an inflection point. The question is no longer how much we give, but how wisely we design what we give toward. This moment calls for capital that builds systems, not just solutions, and for leaders willing to rethink impact as something that endures long after the check is written.” —Ana C. Rold, Founder & CEO, Diplomatic Courier
About Diplomatic Courier
Founded in 2006, Diplomatic Courier is a global media network dedicated to advancing dialogue across diplomacy, geopolitics, business, and the forces shaping the future of global cooperation. As the organization marks its 20th anniversary in 2026, it is reflecting on two decades of convening leaders across generations and sectors, while actively shaping the next chapter of global leadership, impact, and collaboration.
About World in 2050
Founded in 2012, World in 2050 is Diplomatic Courier’s foresight think tank, focused on long-term systems change across education, work, governance, identity, and planetary stewardship. Through research, convenings, and experimentation, World in 2050 explores how today’s decisions shape tomorrow’s possibilities.Press inquiries, interview requests, and coverage coordination: Pamela Kelley Lauder at: press@diplomaticourier.org.
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Diplomatic Courier Hosts the Second Edition of The Future of Philanthropy Forum in Zurich
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January 17, 2026
Ahead of Davos, Diplomatic Courier today hosts the second edition of its Future of Philanthropy Forum series in Zurich, exploring how purpose-driven capital can evolve from funding projects to reshaping systems and from episodic giving to regenerative impact.
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anuary 17, 2026 | ZURICH, SWITZERLAND: As the limits of traditional philanthropy become increasingly visible, a new generation of capital is stepping forward, one focused on durability, infrastructure, and long-term transformation. The 2nd edition of the Future of Philanthropy Forum in Zurich, explores how purpose-driven capital can evolve from funding projects to reshaping systems, from episodic giving to regenerative impact.
Through a curated, peer-level conversation held under the Chatham House Rules, participants will examine how philanthropy can act as a strategic lever for systems change, bridge public and private sectors, scale trust, and unlock new models of shared prosperity.
“Philanthropy is at an inflection point. The question is no longer how much we give, but how wisely we design what we give toward. This moment calls for capital that builds systems, not just solutions, and for leaders willing to rethink impact as something that endures long after the check is written.” —Ana C. Rold, Founder & CEO, Diplomatic Courier
About Diplomatic Courier
Founded in 2006, Diplomatic Courier is a global media network dedicated to advancing dialogue across diplomacy, geopolitics, business, and the forces shaping the future of global cooperation. As the organization marks its 20th anniversary in 2026, it is reflecting on two decades of convening leaders across generations and sectors, while actively shaping the next chapter of global leadership, impact, and collaboration.
About World in 2050
Founded in 2012, World in 2050 is Diplomatic Courier’s foresight think tank, focused on long-term systems change across education, work, governance, identity, and planetary stewardship. Through research, convenings, and experimentation, World in 2050 explores how today’s decisions shape tomorrow’s possibilities.Press inquiries, interview requests, and coverage coordination: Pamela Kelley Lauder at: press@diplomaticourier.org.
