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50+ stories for 50 years

Philanthropy Australia

Fri, 21 Mar 2025

This year marks Philanthropy Australia’s 50th anniversary! For five decades, our community has championed philanthropy, driving positive change across Australia. As an organisation, we have continued to grow, evolve, and thrive thanks to you—our members, both past and present.

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Australian Schools Plus and Paul Ramsay Foundation announce $4.7m investment in success for remote kids

Fri, 7 Mar 2025

The Paul Ramsay Foundation (PRF) has provided Australian Schools Plus (Schools Plus) a $4.7 million grant over five years to shift the dial for kids who are often left behind in rural Australia. This initiative will support 7,000 students across remote communities with targeted programs and resources, fostering academic achievement and overall wellbeing.

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Adam Ognall on his ‘fantastic vantage point’ of philanthropy

As told to Dee Rudebeck, Advisor, News and Storytelling

Fri, 21 Feb 2025

Philanthropy Australia’s Adam Ognall has taken on a different focus in his new role as Executive Director Partnerships and Practice. Here, he talks about his vision for driving forward best practice and supporting strong relationships across the sector. In particular, he explains how the information shared in Philanthropy Australia’s recent Better Philanthropy Telescope report fits into our strategy and outlook for 2025.

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Cost of living, elections and collaboration highlighted in 2025’s Better Philanthropy Telescope

Philanthropy Australia

Fri, 7 Feb 2025

Philanthropy Australia’s third annual Better Philanthropy Telescope takes the pulse of the sector, shedding light on the emerging trends, challenges and opportunities that will shape Australia’s giving agenda in the year ahead.

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Governor-General joins women leaders in calling for more giving

Fri, 29 Nov 2024

Australia’s women philanthropic leaders have united at an event hosted by the Governor-General, Her Excellency Sam Mostyn AC at Government House in Canberra.