Side Events: extending connection beyond the 2026 Conference program
Thu, 14 May 2026
At this years Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026,, a new program of Side Events will make even more space for delegates to deepen relationships, share ideas and convene around shared interests
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Could your capital work differently? Four questions the August Market Information Day helped answer
Foundations Group for Impact Investing
Mon, 10 Aug 2026
Four organisations, four big questions. Reflections from FGII's Sydney Market Information Day on impact investing, blended finance and philanthropy's role in scaling impact.
Accelerating the transition: Lessons from Transition Accelerator’s journey
Denise Cheng, FGII MID Panel | Senior Philanthropy Advisor, UBS
Mon, 10 Aug 2026
At the recent Sydney event, attendees heard from MID alumna Izzy Jensen, Managing Partner of Transition Accelerator (TA), who reflected not only on the realities of financing Australia’s climate and energy transition, but also how presenting at a FGII MID helped sharpen the organisation’s message, deepen engagement with funders and shape its growth journey.
The Future of Giving: Why Australia’s next generation matters now
By Clementine Lucas, Head of Not-for-Profit and Philanthropic Services, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Australia
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
As $5.4 trillion in wealth changes hands over the coming decades, a new generation is redefining philanthropy. Clementine Lucas of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Australia explores how younger Australians are bringing fresh expectations around impact, participation and purpose, and what this means for the future of giving in Australia.
Lessons from overseas: how philanthropy can safeguard LGBTIQ+ futures
By Em Scott, CEO, Rainbow Giving Australia
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Experiences of LGBTIQ+ communities in the US and the UK offer Australia both a warning to build resilience and an opportunity to forge a path that “meets the moment”. Rainbow Giving Australia’s Em Scott says Australia can position itself as a global leader in LGBTIQ+ equality, generosity and cohesion.
Policy update: amendment secured to address impact of proposed CGT change on philanthropy
By Krystian Seibert
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Following the May Federal Budget, Philanthropy Australia worked closely with members, partners and Government to examine the proposed policy and tax measures and potential implications for philanthropy. We successfully advocated for important amendments to the proposed legislation.
The rise of collective giving: “We all can be philanthropists”
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Ahead of the release of PA’s landmark report on collective giving next week, Sophie and Paul Chamberlin of the Spinifex Trust share why they have embraced this growing form of philanthropy. In a short video, they explain how it is accessible, impactful and personally rewarding.
