Philanthropy Australia is delighted to announce that Early Bird registrations are now open for our Conference 2024, being held in Adelaide, 5-7 August. The Philanthropy Australia Conference is the pre-eminent gathering of the philanthropic and not-for-profit sectors for learning, networking, storytelling and celebrating achievements. The Conference theme is ‘Shifting Perspectives, Shifting Practice’. There is a host of impressive masterclasses and speakers lined up for an event not to be missed.
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Navigating government and influencing policy reform can be a complex process but a key imperative for many in the philanthropic sector. How do you reach the right people and build the relationships needed to create an effective narrative around your organisation and concerns? Philanthropy Australia’s Executive Director of Policy, Government Relations and Research, Sam Rosevear, has decades of experience in this space, which he is set to share in an online event on Tuesday 7 May 2024. Ahead of the webinar, Sam provides a selection of tips to help secure your goals.
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The RACQ Foundation was established in the wake of the 2011 Brisbane floods and Tropical Cyclone Yasi. Since then, the Foundation has supported communities from the outback to the coast, pledging more than 33,000 volunteering hours to deliver its Community Assistance Projects to assist 52 community groups and 16 family-owned farms or stations affected by severe weather. |
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Dive into the latest edition of This Month in Philanthropy - In Pictures! We hope you enjoy taking a glimpse into the thriving philanthropic community here in Australia. |
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The principles provide a framework for NFPs to consider good governance practices. They have been updated from the 2013 and 2019 editions to reflect the evolving governance environment, including heightened board focus on organisational culture, stakeholders and sustainability. The AICD says the guide offers clarity and actionable insights, presenting each principle as a chapter comprising key points, director questions, case studies and additional resources. |
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Koda Capital has released online the findings of its first survey of charitable, non-profit and philanthropic investors across Australia in relation to responsible investing and impact investing. Results show that responsible investing is core to how the overwhelming majority of for-purpose investors approach the management of their investment reserves and endowments. |
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Philanthropy Australia is delighted to announce our official commitment as a supporter of the National Strategy for Volunteering. By aligning ourselves with this important initiative, we are dedicated to advancing the National Strategy's vision and strategic objectives. Click below to learn more. |
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In collaboration with the Impact Investing Hub this webinar forms part of a three-part education series. The series focuses on impact investing and 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: 10:00am - 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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All welcome. Thursday 20 June 1:00pm - 02:00pm AEST | Virtual |
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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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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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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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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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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: Australian Wildlife Conservancy
Wednesday 8th May | Sydney |
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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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Youth Opportunities | Adelaide |
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The Ian Potter Foundation | Melbourne |
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Gandel 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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Institute for Economics and Peace | Sydney |
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University of Queensland | Brisbane |
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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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