2026 Forum

PBC 2026

PBC 2026 convenes at a pivotal moment for philanthropy. Across Asia and beyond, philanthropic organisations operate in an environment shaped by widening social needs, demographic change, climate risk and pressure on public resources. Meanwhile, new wealth and forms of capital are expanding possibilities for social impact. Asia-Pacific will see over US$5.8 trillion in intergenerational wealth transferred between 2023 and 2030, while meeting the region's Sustainable Development Goals by 2030 will require an estimated US$1.5 trillion each year. These developments raise expectations for philanthropy: to deploy resources effectively, test new models and support practical, inclusive and sustainable solutions.

This raises a central question: how can philanthropy translate ambition into impact while balancing experimentation, risk-taking and stewardship? As cross-sector partnerships and new approaches to capital gain traction, how can the sector become more catalytic, collaborative and connected to the communities it serves? 

Marking its 10th anniversary, PBC 2026 adopts the theme "Leaping for Impact". Inspired by the Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect, and the Paralympic values of courage, determination, inspiration and equality, the Forum will explore what philanthropy can learn from sport: discipline, focus, resilience, teamwork, performance management and continuous improvement. 

As convener of PBC, The Hong Kong Jockey Club embodies the link between sport, entertainment and its charitable mission. At this Forum, sport is viewed more broadly: not only as inspiration, but as a driver of inclusion, shared purpose and global solidarity.   

PBC 2026 will bring together leaders from philanthropy, sport, business, government, academia and the social sector to explore how philanthropy is evolving beyond traditional approaches. Discussions will address trends and challenges shaping philanthropy today, including cross-sector collaboration, systems change, new approaches to capital and the capabilities needed to deliver lasting outcomes. The Forum will also tackle key issues on the social impact agenda: health, well-being for older adults, urban poverty alleviation, heritage conservation, youth positive trajectory development, climate resilience and inclusive employment. 

As Asia emerges as a centre of philanthropic innovation, and Hong Kong bridges East and West, PBC 2026 will provide a platform for practical learning, new partnerships and deeper reflection on the future of impactful philanthropy.

PBC 2026 Programme

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West Kowloon Cultural District

The West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK) is one of the world’s largest and most ambitious cultural developments. Designed as a vibrant new cultural quarter on 40 hectares of reclaimed land along Victoria Harbour, WestK is home to a distinctive mix of theatres, performance spaces and museums. WestK produces and hosts world-class exhibitions, performances and cultural events, providing 23 hectares of public open space, including a two-kilometre waterfront promenade. 

The Hong Kong Palace Museum, a gift bestowed by the Central Government to mark the 20th anniversary of the HKSAR, was constructed with the funding of HK$3.5 billion from The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust—the Club’s largest single charity donation to date.
 
This year’s PBC forum will once again take place at WestK, with over 2,000 delegates expected to gather simultaneously across its four major cultural venues—the Hong Kong Palace Museum, M+, Freespace and Arts Pavilion—to participate in dialogue, share perspectives and engage in meaningful exchange.

PBC’s keynote and plenary sessions will be conducted in person at one of the venues, and broadcast to the other venues.

For more information, please visit: http://www.westk.hk/


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