On 6 May 2025, Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) unveiled a groundbreaking issue brief for funders, Adaptation & Resilience in Southeast Asia: A Primer for Philanthropy, produced in collaboration with the Adaptation & Resilience Funders Collaborative convened by ClimateWorks Foundation, and with inputs from APC members. Launched on the sidelines of the Philanthropy Asia Summit and previewed in the presence of Bill Gates and the Gates Foundation, this report marks a significant milestone in guiding philanthropic action on climate adaptation and resilience in Southeast Asia. With countries like the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand facing escalating climate impacts on top of socioeconomic and geopolitical pressures, the Primer emphasizes the urgent need for a comprehensive, whole-of-society response.
The primer stands out for its unique focus on climate adaptation and resilience in Southeast Asia—an area often overshadowed in global climate discussions. Designed for philanthropic funders, it maps out key climate risks and current interventions across the region while highlighting critical funding gaps and high-impact opportunities for philanthropy. It also serves as a tool to initiate deeper conversations and engagement, positioning philanthropy as a key player in building long-term resilience for the region’s most vulnerable communities.
The full primer can be accessed here, while an executive summary can be found here.
Asia Philanthropy Circle (APC) is a registered charity and network of philanthropists dedicated to shaping a better future for Asia through collaboration and collective impact. Founded in 2015 by Asia-based philanthropists, APC has grown to over 60 members across 12 markets, uniting a diverse group across generations and interests. APC members contribute both financial and human capital to champion social innovations and pioneer collaborative initiatives to build Asia’s social impact ecosystem and address systemic challenges.
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