What’s on
Philanthropy Australia events are a great opportunity to learn, connect with others and celebrate the extraordinary impact of philanthropy.
Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026
Brisbane,
Face-to-face
Australia’s biggest philanthropy conference returns in 2026, and it will be bolder than ever! We are thrilled to announce the theme for the 2026 Philanthropy Australia Conference: Mobilising Generosity, Shaping the Future.
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The Giving Academy: Effective Giving
Hybrid virtual/face-to-face
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Philanthropic advocacy as an ally to the social enterprise sector
12:00pm
- 01:00pm
AEST
Virtual
With renewed Federal Government attention on the social enterprise sector, we’re standing in a rare moment — a genuine window where coordinated advocacy can shape policy, unlock opportunity, and accelerate the sector’s long‑term impact. The question now is: what role should philanthropy play, and how can we be the kind of ally the sector actually needs?
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The Power of Collective Giving
10:00am
- 12:00pm
ACST
Adelaide,
Face-to-face
Be amongst the first to hear from Brianna Kerr, our Acting Co-Executive Director, Practice and Partnerships, as she discusses the key findings of our soon-to-be released collective giving research.
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FGII Market Information Day (Q3)
12:00pm
- 02:30pm
AEST
Sydney hybrid,
Hybrid virtual/face-to-face
The FGII Market Information Day is coming to Sydney for the first time, hosted by the Atlassian Foundation. This event is an opportunity to share impact investments in the market and invite discussion. It is designed to educate attendees about the social impact investment landscape and opportunities from social impact funds, charities and social ventures.
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Family Foundations Peer Network
07:30am
- 09:00am
AEST
Brisbane,
Face-to-face
Join us for a special networking breakfast featuring a fireside chat with Jim Bildner. The conversation will explore venture philanthropy and the role of family foundations in backing bold ideas.
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