Building future foundations for First Nations philanthropy
By Krystian Seibert, Executive Director for Policy and Sector Development
Thu, 28 May 2026
In April, Executive Director for Policy and Sector Development Krystian Seibert spoke at the inaugural Blak Loungeroom National Philanthropy Conference in Naarm. He shared reflections on the Productivity Commission’s philanthropy inquiry and its recommendation focused on supporting First Nations philanthropy.
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State of Philanthropy Insights Series starts bold new conversation for Giving
Thu, 14 May 2026
Over the past two weeks, Philanthropy Australia’s State of Philanthropy Insights Series travelled the country, convening more than 800 people at 18 events across eight cities. Alongside Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, we launched our new strategy – Mobilising Generosity, Shaping the Future – and started a bold new conversation about giving in this country.
State of Philanthropy Insights Series 2026 – In pictures!
Thu, 14 May 2026
Across 6 cities, 18 events and hundreds of attendees, the State of Philanthropy Insight Series brought together a shared commitment to mobilising generosity across Australia. Explore these moments that reflect the energy, connection and collaboration across the Series.
Why gifts in wills go missing and what charities can do about it
Thu, 14 May 2026
For many charities, gifts in wills represent one of the most significant and future‑focused sources of funding. They reflect deep trust and long-term commitment from donors, often built over many years. But as research and sector work continue to show, not all promised gifts ultimately make their way to the causes they were intended for.
Reflections from Women Deliver: gender equality is under threat
Thu, 14 May 2026
Melbourne was alive with colour, culture and passion in late April, when the global gender equality convening Women Deliver took place in the city’s Southbank in late April. Echoing through the conference was the deep sense of women’s rights being rolled back, with speakers pointing to the rise of anti-rights movements, shrinking civic space and increasing inequality.
Upcoming: Philanthropy Australia AGM 2026
Thu, 14 May 2026
Philanthropy Australia members are invited to attend the 2026 Annual General Meeting, which will be held online on Wednesday 20 May at 11am AEST.
From idea to impact: how philanthropy is powering the next frontier in medical research
By David Sloan, Head of Philanthropy, Wesley Research Institute
Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Early and sustained backing from philanthropists who “invested ahead of certainty” led to the creation of a world first leadership position in the emerging field of Spatial Medicine, writes Wesley Research Institute’s David Sloan.
