L-R Dr Andrew Forrest AO, Nicola Forrest AO and Minderoo Foundation CEO John Hartman |
In an exceptional act of philanthropy, Andrew and Nicola Forrest have committed an additional $5 billion to their philanthropic foundation Minderoo. Philanthropy Australia CEO Jack Heath congratulated the Forrests on the donation, saying that they are an inspiration, especially to those who hold significant wealth. |
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Philanthropy plays a key role in the vision for Creative Australia and the long-term sustainability of our artists and creative industries, writes Adrian Collette AM, CEO of the Australia Council. |
| Eight of Australia's leading philanthropic organisations have come together to establish a new grants program to support social enterprises and create job opportunities. |
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The Australian Electoral Commission has updated the disclosure requirements for the upcoming Voice referendum. The disclosure period will begin 6 months before the day the writ is issued. Please visit the AEC website to learn more about the disclosure requirements. |
| The Philanthropy Australia annual survey has been designed to better understand the value we should offer to improve how we support your mission. By participating in this survey, you will directly influence the future direction of Philanthropy Australia and help shape our services and initiatives. |
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Where: Canberra, ACT
When: Tuesday 24 October
Now is an exciting time for philanthropy in Australia. The Government has pledged to work with the philanthropic, not-for-profit and business sectors to develop a Strategy to Double Giving to Charity by 2030. Politicians from all sides of the Parliament are turning their attention to how they can help foster a more generous Australia.
Philanthropy Australia is continuing to work to arrange great speakers and topics for the Summit and we’ll have more to announce soon – including a full program.
Please save the date. |
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Free and all welcome Where: Virtual
When: Wednesday 19 July
Time: 11.45am- 12.45pm (AEST) Australians and New Zealanders are navigating the medium-long term effects of natural disasters and the very real mental health risks to the people they impact. Join Clinical Psychologist, Dr Rob Gordon OAM, and Kate Sclater of the Rata foundation to learn about the potential impact and support required to help people who have experienced the trauma of flooding, cyclones or bushfires. This event is co-hosted with Philanthropy New Zealand. |
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The Work Integration Social Enterprise (WISE) Grant is a new grant program that will provide up to $4 million to social enterprises that exist to create jobs and employment pathways for Australians facing barriers to mainstream employment. The WISE grant is a collaboration between eight partner organisations: Paul Ramsay Foundation, Westpac Foundation, Macquarie Group Foundation, and Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation, Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation, Minderoo Foundation, and English Family Foundation. MinterEllison are providing pro bono advice on the grant program’s governance.
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| Philanthropy New Zealand | Tōpūtanga Tuku Aroha o Aotearoa Where: Wellington When: 13-14 September
Philanthropy Australia members are invited to be part of the biggest gathering of philanthropists and grantmakers in Aotearoa New Zealand. This in-person event will bring together funders from across Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas to learn, network, celebrate achievements and collaborate. With more than 35 different events to attend and participate in, there’s a wide range of topics to suit different funder types that have been curated to cater for family members, trustees, leaders and staff.
Philanthropy Australia members can access the same discount as Philanthropy New Zealand members. You can access a further discount if you register as an early bird before 14 July. Note only funders are eligible to attend.
Visit Philanthropy New Zealand’s website for details or to register and contact [email protected] if you would like further information. |
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Host: Impact Institute 3-4 July | Sydney |
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Regional Early Childhood Development Landscape Study Launch |
Host: Centre for Evidence and Implementation 6 July | Online To register, email Jasmine Khin: [email protected] |
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Host: BlackCard 7 July | Sydney |
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Host: Fundraising Institute of Australia |
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Host: Australian Repair Network |
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Host: Philanthropy New Zealand |
13-14 September | Wellington |
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Women's Community Shelters | NSW |
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Australian Communities Foundation | VIC |
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The Florey Institute | VIC |
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We would like to thank our partners for their generous support. Learn more about our partners. |
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Philanthropy Australia acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. |
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