Wisdom for change

We are a global philanthropic foundation committed to improving the lives of all living beings by offering everyone the opportunity to nurture the seed of change through systemic action.

WISEDĀNA

Giving wisely.
Our name, our purpose.

Wisedāna Foundation is inspired by the fundamental principle of interconnection among all living beings, rooted in the ancient Buddhist tradition. We believe that every creature and ecosystem deserves equal respect, care, and protection.

Through our efforts, we aim to cultivate the practice of wise and conscious generosity, to help create a happier and more sustainable world.

The quality of actions done with wisdom: the ability to understand reality and its true complexity.

A word from Pāli meaning generosity: the practice of selfless giving that nurtures others.

Our vision

Our mission

We transform the world by promoting values of kindness and compassion, and by embracing the interconnection among all forms of life.

We bring together individuals and organizations in philanthropic initiatives that foster systemic change and address the root causes of suffering.

Our vision

We transform the world by promoting values of kindness and compassion, and by embracing the interconnection among all forms of life.

Our mission

We bring together individuals and organizations in philanthropic initiatives that foster systemic change and address the root causes of suffering.

Giving is receiving

We collaborate with experienced partners and advisors to create the ecosystem needed to foster systemic change. Through us, donors can support carefully selected projects and generate a positive impact for the benefit of the entire world.

OUR ACTION

Project areas

Ecology

COMPASSION CULTURE

Education & RESEARCH

Care

Ecology

COMPASSION CULTURE

Education & RESEARCH

Care

OUR ACTION

Project areas

Ecology

COMPASSION CULTURE

EDUCATION & RESEARCH

Care

NETWORK

Born in Europe to act globally

Wisedāna Foundation was established in 2023 by the Italian Buddhist Union (UBI), the national representative of the European Buddhist Union in Italy. Our Foundation responds to the need for a nonreligious philanthropic entity that promotes the universal values and principles found in Buddhism.

Our work is made possible thanks to the initial support provided by UBI, through philosophical guidance, an established institutional network and financial resources. We also benefit from a valuable collaboration with Ashoka, a strategic partner in shaping our approach to systemic change.

We share with these institutions, and many others, a common goal: to bring meaningful and lasting change into the world.