About us
Philanthropy Australia is a not-for-profit organisation working to achieve a generous and inclusive Australia through more and better philanthropy.
Philanthropy Australia has a vision to strengthen giving for a more generous, just and sustainable future. As the peak body, our role is to support and grow the philanthropy ecosystem in Australia.
We collaborate with funders and changemakers to mobilise generosity so that it flows with purpose and impact.
We do this by:
Convening, connecting and engaging members
Amplifying insights and knowledge exchange to enhance practice
Influencing the use of diverse resources to create impact
Advocating for policy outcomes that strengthen the ecosystem
Strategy 2033
Our vision to strengthen giving for a more generous, just and sustainable future.
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Who we are and our values
Learn more about Philanthropy Australia, our vision, purpose and values.
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Our partners
Philanthropy Australia’s partnerships are based on shared aspirations to strengthen giving towards a more generous, just and sustainable future.
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Governance
Our governance approach and processes help ensure we achieve our objectives effectively, ethically, and in line with relevant regulations and standards, and community expectations.
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New Generation of Giving Network
New Generation of Giving Network (New Gen Network) is a network of emerging philanthropists and young leaders in the philanthropic sector.
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Women’s giving and philanthropy
Women’s philanthropy has emerged in recent decades as a distinct area using innovative and creative ideas to improve local, national and global communities. Philanthropy Australia is committed to supporting women’s giving with resources, research and inspiring stories. Helping to connect and grow this impactful movement is a key part of our mission to support “more and better” giving.
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Foundations Group for Impact Investing (FGII)
The Foundations Group for Impact Investing (FGII), launched in 2023, exists to improve the supply and demand for impact capital. We achieve this, through convening foundations and trusts who are interested in starting or enhancing their impact investing activities.
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Learning & Evaluation for Australian Funders (LEAF) Network
Learning & Evaluation for Australian Funders (LEAF) Network is a member-driven community that empowers Australian funders with the knowledge, skills, resources and connections to use Measurement, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) to drive better philanthropy.
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Publications
View all Philanthropy Australia publications – including our submissions, research papers, annual reports and resources for better philanthropy.
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Australian Philanthropy Awards
The Australian Philanthropy Awards recognise extraordinary achievements in philanthropy to honour those working to create lasting, positive change.
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Philanthropy Australia’s Giving News e-newsletter (formerly Philanthropy Weekly)
Giving News is our digital newsletter. It includes sector news, views, opportunities and resources. It is sent out alternating Thursdays, except in January.
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First Nations Engagement at Philanthropy Australia
Learn more about how we engage with First Nations peoples at Philanthropy Australia.
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Philanthropy Australia Peer Networks
Philanthropy Australia’s peer networks bring together members as peers to learn, discuss, collaborate and share their collective journeys.
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