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.
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Secretary John Kerry’s message to investors and philanthropists: act now
By Lucy Steggles, Executive Officer, NEXUS Australia
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
When NEXUS Australia convened investors, philanthropists and policymakers in Sydney this month, the presence of former US Secretary of State John Kerry helped bring attention. But the real significance was in the conversation it sparked and the call to action that emerged.
Never underestimate the power of people: Anita Patel on philanthropy in action
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
When her city faced a federal crackdown on migrants, Anita Patel was struck by the strength of community response and reminded never to underestimate the power of people.
The missing lens in the Budget debate
By Maree Sidey
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
While the post-Budget debate zeroes in on tax reform and who pays, an unintended consequence is being overlooked – policy settings that risk undermining charitable giving at a time Australia can least afford it.
Beyond employment: what WISEs can do for philanthropy
By Lisa Waldron (Former Westpac Foundation Senior Advisor) and Loretta Bolotin (GoodWolf Partners)
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
A new, practical guide on grant making to Work Integration Social Enterprises (WISEs) makes the case that philanthropists seeking impactful solutions to entrenched social and economic challenges should consider funding these organisations. As Australia reshapes its employment services system, WISEs have an important role in creating a more just society, writes Lisa Waldron and Loretta Bolotin.
Growing impact through investing: The Wyatt Trust’s Perspectives on Investing
Gavin Reid
Tue, 9 Jun 2026
The Wyatt Trust’s Perspectives on Investing shares a candid, decade-long journey into impact investing, highlighting an incremental, relational and often challenging path.
From giving to partnering: reshaping philanthropy with Indigenous communities
Allison Harding
Fri, 29 May 2026
A groundbreaking research paper is inviting philanthropists to reimagine how they listen, walk alongside community, and create pathways that honour Indigenous knowledge. Philanthropy, Our Way argues that true impact cannot be achieved while donor agendas are prioritised over Indigenous self-determination.
