FAQs – updated membership tiers

At the heart of Philanthropy Australia is you – our members – and our mission is to support and strengthen your impact. Based on member feedback, we’ve streamlined our offerings into three clear tiers to better support you and ensure you are getting the most from your membership.

PA membership provides exclusive tools and resources for those new to philanthropy, those advanced on the journey, and everyone in between. What’s the best tier for you?

• ENGAGE is our core membership offering and has been designed to support you (and your team) to become an involved part of the PA community, build your knowledge and networks, and support your philanthropic journey. ENGAGE is available as an individual ($1,700+GST) or organisational offering ($3,500+GST).
• Looking for more?
  IMPACT is for funders who are ready to lead. You will have the opportunity to be involved in conversations that help shape the future of philanthropy in Australia, including VIP consultations and exclusive access to special events ($7,500+GST).
• Looking to keep things simple?
  CONNECT is for those who simply want to stay up-to-date. You will receive regular member-only news and updates, including grant rounds, job opportunities and exciting stories, and have access to our great range of online resources ($700+GST).

You can learn more about the membership tiers and benefits here.
Not sure which tier is the right fit for you or your organisation?  Please contact your local PA team to arrange a conversation or contact us via email to [email protected].

We have listened to your feedback via our members survey and direct comments to our team and provided streamline tiers to better support you and ensure all members get the most from their membership.  Members have asked for simpler and clearer membership tiers, and a greater distinction between the tiers, hence the move from four to three levels.

Yes! When joining or renewing, all members have the flexibility to choose the membership tier that suits their needs – ENGAGE, IMPACT or CONNECT.

Not sure which tier is the right fit for you or your organisation?  Please contact your local PA team to arrange a conversation or contact us via email to [email protected]

Yes! CONNECT membership is available to individuals or teams. It’s a great digital option for those who simply want to stay up-to-date. You will receive regular member-only news and updates, including grant rounds, job opportunities and exciting stories, and have access to our great range of online resources. CONNECT also works for teams, with the number of Better Giving Hub subscribers capped at 10.

Yes, they can! ENGAGE is available as an individual ($1,700+GST) or organisational offering ($3,500+GST). ENGAGE is our core membership offering and has been designed to support you (and your team) to become an involvedpart of the PA community, build your knowledge and networks, and support your philanthropic journey.

ENGAGE (individual) has effectively replaced the old Active tier, and the benefits and price remain the same. The only change is that the membership is only open to one person in your organisation.

The decision to adjust ACTIVE and offer ENGAGE individual and ENGAGE organisation was made after careful consideration of the benefits PA provides and the services we deliver for the price point.

Rest assured that the updated membership model ensures that you’ll continue to receive value relative to your investment.

The new membership tiers have commenced. Your next invoice will be at your new tier.

No, the way you access member benefits and resources is unchanged. Your benefits will continue to be available, but with improved clarity and structure.

We have a dedicated Engagement Director and Lead for each state and territory grouping. Contact your local PA team to arrange a conversation. We are here to help.

We offer a variety of membership tiers to suit different needs. The best place to explore in depth is on our membership website.

We have an exciting line up of events this year, and as a member, you’ll enjoy discounted access to paid events. Key events include our Summit in Canberra in August 2025 and our 50^th anniversary dinner in October 2025 in Melbourne.

For more events and discounts:

• Stay updated on our What’s on page.
• Look out for event listings in our fortnightly enewsletter Giving News (formerly Philanthropy Weekly).

At Philanthropy Australia, we continue to make improvements to help serve you better. We remain focused on providing value by:

• Listening to your feedback to refine our offerings.
• Developing content and events tailored to your needs.
• Expanding opportunities to help members grow their impact.
• Leading the national advocacy for our sector.

These changes are just one part of our ongoing effort to support and empower members. If you have any feedback on how we can amplify our member benefits, you are welcome to contact us at [email protected].

We have a dedicated Engagement Director and Lead for each state and territory grouping. Contact your local PA team to arrange a conversation. We are here to help.