Transformando la Filantropía 2025: Familia, Empresa & Sociedad

Abstract

This year's edition of Transformando la Filantropía by Filantrópico reflects on the evolution of Colombia's philanthropic culture - from a tradition shaped by colonial legacies and family inheritance to a growing movement rooted in purpose, collaboration, and long-term impact. Drawing on 25 years of comparative research between the United States, Colombia, and Latin America, the report highlights the structural barriers that have limited a stronger culture of giving, including distrust, fragmented efforts, and the absence of incentives. Yet it also celebrates Colombia's vibrant social ecosystem, longstanding family foundations, and the emergence of new generations who see philanthropy not as charity, but as a strategic commitment to country-building. Marking Filantrópico's 15-year anniversary, this publication invites families, organisations, and allies to shift from accumulation to impact - building legacies that endure, bridge generations, and help shape a more just and inclusive future for the region