Finance for sustainable development | OECD

Philanthropic funding for development is on the rise. It can be more flexible and disruptive than funding from other sources. It is a force for change in the international development system. Yet, philanthropic flows remain modest compared to those from governments, bilateral and multilateral donors, and most philanthropic foundations do not have a presence in the field. By engaging with development partners, foundations can identify unmet needs, learn from effective approaches and co-ordinate their actions.