Equitable Foundations: A Framework for Philanthropic Partnerships and the associated case study report – launched this week by Australians Investing In Women and the University of Melbourne's Melbourne Social Equity Institute – map out gender-wise principles and pathways that can be applied to any collaboration seeking to positively impact social issues. |
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In this intriguing look back in time, we share an extract from two interviews with the founding ‘godmothers’ of Philanthropy Australia, then called the Australian Association of Philanthropy. The article is taken from our 1989 newsletter. Pat Feilman and Meriel Wilmot reflect on the state of philanthropy at the time, why they wanted to establish an association of philanthropists – and the initial reluctance of many in the sector to be involved. |
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A look at how this not-for-profit grew from a program founded in 2018 by a three-year investment from The Myer Foundation, the Tim Fairfax Family Foundation and the Keir Foundation to a body with now 11 philanthropic partners. ANA’s work is used in policy development processes for arts and culture across all levels of government around the country. |
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In collaboration with Philanthropy Australia, Impact Investing Hub presents the first webinar in a three-part education series on impact investing focusing on the drivers behind the environmental, social and governance (ESG) and sustainability agendas. Learn about the government and business response to emerging trends, and some of the solutions impact investors have put forward.
Where: Virtual When: Friday 10 May
Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm AEST All welcome. This event will be valuable for social enterprises, not-for-profits, foundations, institutional and impact investors and professional advisors |
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Social Impact Hub and Philanthropy Australia are pleased to present thought leadership from Jim Bildner, CEO of the global venture philanthropy Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation. Learn about the foundation’s progressive funding approach focused on finding, funding, and supporting bold solutions to global issues, and catalysing innovation. Where: Virtual
When: Wednesday 15 May
Time: 10am - 11:30am AEST All welcome. This event will be valuable for funders, institutional investors, advisors and staff of philanthropic entities. |
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Philanthropic funders, foundations, and FGII guests are welcome to attend this event. Thursday 30 May 10:00am - 12:00pm AEST | Melbourne Hybrid | |
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FRRR has multiple grants open including the Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) program which gives small remote, rural and regional communities across Australia the opportunity to access funds for a broad range of initiatives that directly and clearly benefit local communities. The ABC Heywire Youth Innovation grants help communities take action on the ideas generated by young Australians who attend the annual Heywire Regional Youth Summit.
Applications will close on 5 June and 29 May respectively. |
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Australian communities are being hit harder by natural disasters more often. It takes many hands to get communities back up and running after a disaster and to build resilience for the next one. That’s why the NAB Foundation Community Grants program provides funding of up to $25,000 for local projects that help communities withstand and recover from natural disasters.
Applications will close on 30 April 2024, with funding awarded in June. |
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Waratah Education is offering grants between $10,000-$20,000 to organisations that provide frontline support to disadvantaged youth in Australia. Further information and eligibility requirements are available on the Waratah Education Foundation website. Expressions of Interest close on 30 April 2024. |
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RHIF was officially launched in December 2022 and is an annual grant-funding program, focused on community-led, innovative projects that are targeted at health and wellbeing for country South Australians. RHIF is passionate about supporting rural communities by strengthening and encouraging innovative programs that will have a lasting impact.
Applications close 5pm Monday 29 April 2024. |
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This grant round aims to fund initiatives that demonstrate innovative use of technology through education and learning that aim to measurably improve the well-being of the Victorian community and environment. Individuals, educational institutes, government, business, not-for-profit organisations and social enterprises can apply for grants of up to $50,000.
Applications close 5pm Thursday 9 May 2024. |
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The Inclusive Employment Grant (IEG) is a two-year, $50,000 grant to support community organisations and social enterprises. Applications close 20 May 2024. |
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Smaller not-for-profits with an exciting project idea that will benefit WA are invited to submit an application for a catalytic $100,000 grant. The Impact100 collaborative giving model brings together at least 100 givers who pool their individual $1000 donations into transformational grants whose recipients are collectively chosen. Applicant organisations and their projects are reviewed by the more than 200 donors, enabling greater understanding of the issues, the solutions and the solution providers. It also means that more people are engaged in philanthropy and can feel part of making a significant positive difference.
Applications close 5pm Thursday 9 May. |
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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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Host: Infoxchange
Wednesday 1 May - Thursday 2 May | Melbourne |
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Host: HOPE Program
Thursday 2 May | Sydney |
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Host: Philanthropy Together
Tuesday 7 - Thursday 9 May | Virtual Please note that this event is based in the United States, with the time zone being Eastern Daylight Time (EDT), which is 14 hours behind Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). |
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Host: Bennelong Foundation
Thursday 9 May | Sydney |
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Host: Cancer Council SA
Friday 10 May | Adelaide |
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Host: Gender Equity Victoria
Wednesday 15 May | Melbourne |
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Host: Evans and Partners
Tuesday 28 May | Sydney Acting CEO of Philanthropy Australia, Adam Ognall, is presenting a session at this forum. |
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Host: Evans and Partners
Wednesday 29 May | Melbourne
Acting CEO of Philanthropy Australia, Adam Ognall, is presenting a session at this forum. |
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Host: Reconciliation NSW
Wednesday 29 May | Virtual |
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Host: White Box Enterprises
Wednesday 29 May | Sydney |
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Host: Reconciliation Tasmania
Friday 31 May | nipaluna/Hobart |
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Investment Dialogue for Australia's Children | Location flexible |
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Inner North Community Foundation | Melbourne |
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Vincent Fairfax Family Foundation | Sydney |
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Youth Opportunities | Adelaide |
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The Ian Potter Foundation | Melbourne |
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Adult Learning Australia | National - Remote |
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Museum of Contemporary Art Australia | Sydney |
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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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