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Meet our new member: Ord Minnett

Fri, 12 Jul 2024

In this regular series, we introduce members who have joined Philanthropy Australia in recent months. Philanthropy’s ever-evolving nature is reflected in our members and the breadth of their work across sectors. These responses have been provided by Malcolm Wood, Head of Asset Allocation and Philanthropic Services.

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NEXUS Global 2024 Summit: where ‘Bold Voices, Brave Ideas’ flowed

Lucy Steggles, Executive Officer of NEXUS Australia Fri, 12 Jul 2024

Just over a week ago, Lucy Steggles, Executive Officer of NEXUS Australia, returned from the annual NEXUS Global Summit event in New York. She, and Philanthropy Australia’s Bella Conyngham, hosted a delegation of 17 Next Gen members from across Australia. NEXUS created an incredible space that brought together 650 young leaders from more than 20 countries around the world for collaborative problem-solving and connection.

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Gandel Family farewells CEO Vedran Drakulić OAM

Fri, 12 Jul 2024

Gandel family foundation’s long-term Chief Executive Officer, Vedran Drakulić OAM is stepping down after more than 12 years at the helm.

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Krystian Seibert to be Philanthropy Australia’s ED, Policy, Government Relations and Research

Fri, 12 Jul 2024

Krystian Seibert has extensive experience shaping policy and regulatory frameworks, with a particular focus on philanthropy and the not-for-profit sector. Most recently, he served as an Associate Commissioner at the Productivity Commission, appointed by the Australian Government to jointly lead the Commission's 'once in a generation' philanthropy inquiry.

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Top 5 tips from funders for NFPs on grants and building relationships

Rachel Findlay and Bella Conyngham Fri, 5 Jul 2024

How can not-for-profits (NFPs) improve their grant applications in the eyes of funders? How can NFPs build relationships within the sector and what are the benefits? What do funders want to see when it comes to NFPs sharing their vision and impact? These questions and more were put to a panel of key funders at Philanthropy Australia’s Meet the Funder event in Sydney this week.

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Latest SILA cohort set to enhance NFPs in Queensland and NT

Fri, 5 Jul 2024

Twenty-four leaders from not-for-profit organisations across Queensland and the Northern Territory are set to drive their impact further by joining Australia’s most comprehensive executive education program for the social purpose sector, the Social Impact Leadership Australia (SILA) Program.

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New conference updates! Discover speakers, panellists and more

Philanthropy Australia Fri, 5 Jul 2024

Today we reveal a cascade of speakers! We have confirmed loads of panellists and moderators for the concurrent sessions and masterclasses. We wanted you to be the first to know.

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