Philanthropy Australia and the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) are pleased to publish ‘Advancing education: giving for school-aged learning and wellbeing in Australia’. This resource offers an introduction to gifting in education. It provides an overview of the system and organisations involved in ensuring quality, as well as highlighting challenges and ideas about where philanthropic support might be best targeted. AERO CEO Dr Jenny Donovan explains how the resource will benefit funders.
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The Fogarty Foundation is a philanthropic entity that works on improving education to achieve the broader aim of creating prosperous societies. It is committed to improving access to high-quality education for all young people in its geographic scope. This case study is provided by the Australian Education Research Organisation (AERO) and looks at the long-term impact for students from improving school leadership capability through high-quality training.
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The Dyer family spent decades trying to get their son the autism diagnosis and support he needed. It wasn’t until he was an adult that a diagnosis finally happened – and only after his mother identified it using a magazine article. As a result, the family was determined to impact the next generation of autism research with an important gift to Griffith University. |
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Big-picture, lasting systems change is challenging territory. In a bid to support those in the sector working in this space, Social Ventures Australia has produced an insightful report, called Impact at Scale, which draws on input from hundreds of social purpose workers and leaders in Australia. The report defines the field, explores different approaches and case studies, considers roles, goals and strategies required to develop this work – and includes a series of resources.
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Delegates from Philanthropy Australia’s New Gen Network, along with members of NEXUS Australia, attended an inspiring 2-day event in Melbourne that brought together diverse and considered voices – from world leaders to grassroots activists. The event featured a wide range of panels and speakers tackling humanity's most compelling challenges, from climate change to global poverty. Lucy Steggles, Chair and Regional Director, NEXUS Australia and New Gen member, provides a snapshot.
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Tickets are now on sale to attend the Australian Philanthropy Awards Showcase. The Australian Philanthropy Awards 2024 recognise and celebrate extraordinary achievements in contemporary philanthropy. They also highlight partnerships between philanthropy and for-purpose organisations to honour those who are working to create lasting, positive change
Where: Sydney
When: Tuesday 16 April
Time: 4pm - 7:30pm AEST All welcome. |
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Philanthropy Australia is pleased to be supporting the Impact Investing Summit which aims to accelerate the mainstreaming of impact investment at scale. FGII, a new market building initiative for foundations and charitable funders led by Philanthropy Australia, is hosting a grab and go lunch in the Deals Room. Please join us to learn more about the FGII program, our purpose and how to get involved. Where: International Convention Centre, Sydney When: Thursday 21 March
Time: 12:45pm - 1:30pm AEDT All Impact Investment Summit guests are welcome to attend. |
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This webinar series is presented in collaboration with Impact Investing Hub All welcome Friday 10 May, Friday 17 May, Friday 24 May | Virtual |
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Each year, Myriad USA organises two intensive study visits on the Art & Science of Fundraising, to introduce universities and cultural institutions from around the world to successful development strategies. During four days of discussions with some of New York City’s most talented fundraising professionals, participants explore creative solutions to broaden their funding.
Contact Anita Toy ([email protected]) for more information. |
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The Investment Dialogue for Australia’s Children is looking for people who are passionate about improving the wellbeing of children, young people and their families to join its new Community and First Nations Leadership Councils.
Applications close 20 March 2024.
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TFN is looking for programs aimed at supporting people who are experiencing disadvantages, isolation and/or exclusion and seek to bring different voices and perspectives together in the areas of gender equity, cultural cohesion, inclusion and diversity, including women and girls, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, seniors and culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
Applications close 21 March 2024. |
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The Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation has recently announced the opening of two grant programs: the 2024 Affordable Housing Challenge and the 2024 Next Economy Jobs Challenge. Individual grant amounts range from $30,000 - $500,000. Check each grant program for their eligibility requirements and assessment criteria.
Enquires open 20 March - 10 April. |
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Discovery Grants are a two-year grant to support testing and developing preventative approaches that support mental health and the conditions for wellbeing with community in South Australia to learn what works, what doesn’t and how it could be scalable, self-making, or sustainable. Each Discovery Grant is to the value of $120,000 p.a. with an additional $5,000 to support the development of tools or evaluation frameworks to inform ongoing learning for the purpose of reflection and adaptation ($245,000 total per grant). Further information and application support resources are available on the Fay Fuller Foundation website.
Applications close 15 April 2024.
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Social Impact Leadership Australia (SILA) is a ground-breaking national capacity building and leadership program designed specifically for CEOs of Australian for-purpose organisations. SILA is heading to Queensland and Northern Territory next! Applications are now open. Applications close 15 April 2024. |
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This large grant round has a total funding pool of $20,000, with a focus on supporting sexuality, sex and gender-diverse (LGBTQIA+) refugees and people seeking asylum. Grant applications should be to the value of up to $20,000 over two years (if applicable). PFA encourages projects that are led by LGBTQIA+ refugees, people seeking asylum and/or people of colour. Expression of Interest is open and closes 5pm AEDT on Friday 19 April 2024. Shortlisted EOIs will be invited to submit a grant application by late April 2024. EOI closes on Friday 19 April 2024 |
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Hundreds of not-for-profit leaders now have the chance to win a part-scholarship to complete the acclaimed ICDA Diploma of Governance. These scholarships award recipients $1,000 off the price of ICDA's acclaimed Diploma of Governance, reducing the total cost to $3,500. |
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Host: Australian Red Cross Society of Women Leaders (SWL)
Monday 18 March | Sydney |
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Host: Institute of Community Directors Australia (ICDA)
Tuesday 19 March | Virtual |
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Host: Impact Investment Summit Asia Pacific
Wednesday 20 March - Thursday 21 March | Sydney
Philanthropy Australia members can access a 10% discount on Summit tickets by using the code PA24. |
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Host: The Funding Network Australia Tuesday 26 March | Sydney |
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Host: Seer Data & Analytics
Tuesday 26 March | Virtual |
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Host: Australians Investing in Women (AIW)
Wednesday 24 April | Melbourne |
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Host: Australian Environmental Grantmakers Network (AEGN)
Wednesday 1 May - Thursday 2 May | Melbourne The conference is open to AEGN members and partners, as well as grantmakers with an interest in environment and climate who meet the eligibility requirements for membership. Non-members can express their interest via the conference Humantix page. |
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University of Queensland Advancement and Community Engagement | St Lucia |
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Musica Viva Australia | Sydney - Gadigal Land |
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The University of Melbourne | Melbourne |
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Singapore American School (SAS) | Singapore |
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The University of Melbourne | Melbourne |
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Maddie Riewoldt's Vision | Melbourne |
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Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) | Bendigo, VIC or remote |
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St Patrick's Community Support Centre | Freemantle |
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Philanthropy Australia | Melbourne or Sydney |
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Singapore American School (SAS) | Singapore |
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Art Gallery of South Australia | Adelaide |
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The University of Melbourne | Melbourne |
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Singapore American School (SAS) | Singapore |
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Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation | Melbourne |
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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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