Philanthropy Asia Summit 2025: Priming Asia for Good

The Philanthropy Asia Summit (PAS) 2025 is just around the corner.

From 5 to 7 May 2025 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore, PAS will bring together changemakers, innovators, and thought leaders from across the globe to catalyse action on interconnected challenges across climate, health, and education.

For the detailed programme, click here.

A Line-up of Global Leaders

This year’s Summit features over 50 speakers and more than 20 sessions across three days. Attendees can look forward to fresh insights from leaders shaping global impact, including:

• Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore
• Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General, World Health Organization
• Mr Bill Gates, Chair, Gates Foundation
• Minister Pratikno, Coordinating Minister for Human Development and Cultural Affairs, Indonesia
• Sir Jeremy Farrar, Chief Scientist, World Health Organization
• Susan Brown, Assistant Secretary General, UNDP

Plenary: Setting the Stage for Change

The PAS 2025 Plenary on 5 May will convene global thought leaders and changemakers for bold dialogue, cross-sector insights, and catalytic ideas. Expect thought-provoking discussions on the critical intersections of stewardship, nutrition, and inclusive development in Asia.

Two panel discussions will anchor the afternoon:

• “The Nutrition Challenge” – examining the importance of nutrition in health and human development, and climate change on food quality and accessibility across Asia.

• “The Mozzie Challenge” – addressing the increasing threat of mosquito-borne diseases as temperatures soar, and the science, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration needed to tackle it.

The plenary sets the tone for three days of purposeful connection and collective action.

Partner Events: From Ideas to Action

On Days 2 and 3, participants will dive into a series of curated events hosted by PAA members and ecosystem partners, each with a focus on turning intention into action. Session highlights include:

Harmonising Asia’s Pandemic Preparedness Efforts Now (HAPPEN)
 
COVID-19 has shown us the importance of pandemic preparedness for Asia. This panel will discuss the importance of Asia Collaborative Diseases Research and Control (Asia CDRC), the promise of new solutions and innovative funding models, and the role of catalytic capital in supporting pandemic preparedness for the region.

Investing in Tomorrow: Blended Finance Driving Nature-based Solutions

This panel explores transformative, economically viable Nature-based Solutions for Southeast Asia’s green future. It highlights a multi-actor Sustainable Oil Palm Replanting approach, a pioneering Sustainable Forest Management Model, and innovative solutions for Low-Cost and Sustainable Rice Cultivation.

Seeds of Change: How Regenerative School Meals Can Lead to Wider Systemic Transformation in Southeast Asia

This session explores the transformative potential of regenerative school meal programmes in Southeast Asia, demonstrating how these initiatives can drive systemic change across communities and the broader food systems.

View the full programme here.

These partner events are anchored by leading organisations across philanthropy, sustainability, and innovation, including:

Alliance Bioversity International – CIAT, Amplifier, Asia Philanthropy Circle, The Asia Centre for Changemakers by the Wealth Management Institute, Asia Venture Philanthropy Network, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Centre for Impact Investing and Practices, Co-Axis, Community Jameel, Conservation International, Dalio Philanthropies, Equinix Foundation, Gates Foundation, Google.org, Infoxchange, Institute of Technical Education, KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital, Mandai Nature, National Environment Agency, Novo Nordisk Foundation, Sequoia Climate Foundation, SunGreenH2, Tanoto Foundation, Tara Climate Foundation, Temasek Foundation, Temasek Lifesciences Laboratory, The Rockefeller Foundation, TPC (Tsao Pao Chee), Wellcome Trust, World Economic Forum, World Health Organization.

Experience Impact in Action

Beyond the conference hall, PAS 2025 offers exclusive opportunities to experience innovation on the ground:

• PAA Impact Showcase – curated site visits across Singapore, providing firsthand perspectives on pioneering projects in climate, health, and biodiversity.

• Innovation Showcase – featuring bold ideas and breakthrough solutions designed to scale across the region.

 
Explore Special Access to Alliance Magazine at PAS 2025

We’re pleased to share that Alliance magazine is offering exclusive perks for PAS 2025 attendees.

As a trusted source of independent insight into global philanthropy, Alliance is extending 50% off all subscriptions with the code ‘PAS’, and some attendees may even qualify for a Free Digital Only Subscription. Click here to access your special offer.

Interested in sharing your perspective from the Summit? Alliance is inviting attendees to contribute short blog posts (300–800 words) reflecting on a session, site visit, or a personal takeaway from the event. These articles will be published on Alliance’s website and shared with their global readership.

To find out more or express interest, please email [email protected] – the Alliance team will be happy to assist.

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Priming Asia for Good

PAS 2025 is a unique opportunity to connect with changemakers, exchange insights, and shape impactful solutions together.

Join us as we spotlight solutions, innovations, and actions in Asia to address global challenges across the interconnected areas of climate, education, and health.

For questions, reach out to us at [email protected].

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