Following hot on the heels of the release of the draft program for the 2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference, comes the evolving side events schedule. Side events take place before, after and during the Conference key days of 5-7 August. |
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Peter Walton commenced as CEO of the Lord Mayor’s Charitable Foundation in April 2024. Prior to joining the Foundation, Peter was CEO of global humanitarian organisation CARE Australia. Before that he was Director, International with Australian Red Cross, and CEO of Infoxchange. Here, Philanthropy Weekly asks Peter about his first weeks in the role. |
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The 50 Lives 50 Homes project was conceived to help alleviate homelessness. Its name suggested its initial ambition, but support grew to include a collective of 30 community service agencies and the Western Australian Government. It wasn’t long before it outstripped its aim of helping 50 people into homes. It reached 427 last year and is still growing. |
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Philanthropy Australia Conference registrations are selling fast, so it’s an important time to think about who is ‘in the room’. At each conference, a variety of generous members, people and organisations choose to ‘pay it forward’. They do this by donating to help cover the cost of conference registration for leaders of small not-for-profit organisations who would not otherwise be able to attend. Donations are tax deductible so please donate today! |
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In news that is both sad and exciting, Philanthropy Australia’s Executive Director of Policy, Government Relations and Research, Sam Rosevear has accepted a senior role as Head of the Research Division in the Higher Education Group, Department of Education, Canberra. Sam will be leaving PA in mid-July and will commence this fantastic opportunity in late July. |
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Welcome to the latest edition of our gallery designed to showcase events, launches, project updates and activities happening in our busy member community. Thank you to all the members who have submitted photos for this colourful issue. |
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In the first episode of Philanthropod's 9th season, Anubha Rawat interviews Andy Bryant, Executive Director at the Segal Family Foundation. Andy takes us through the Foundation’s transformation during the past 15 years and candidly explores thought-provoking questions such as: what is the role of a grantmaker when they are no longer a funder fiscally? Get to know Andy, ahead of his keynote speech at the 2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference, by listening to the full episode on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
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Yesterday, Australian Schools Plus released a new benchmark report that reveals the many challenges facing young people today. One of the key findings being that demand for support for wellbeing-focused initiatives across schools has grown to 48%, up from 31% in 2018. The report also highlights effective solutions that are making a tangible difference. Click below to read the full report. |
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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 2024 Conference is being held on 5-7 August, in Adelaide. Where: Adelaide
When: Monday 5 - Wednesday 7 August
All welcome. |
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The Foundations Group for Impact Investing (FGII) Market Information Day is designed to share impact investments in the market and invite discussion. This event supports FGII’s broader objective to support foundations and charitable funders through impact investing origination. Join us online to learn more about the social impact investment landscape. Where: Virtual Date: Thursday 29 August Time: 11:00am - 1:00pm AEST This event is open to Philanthropic funders, foundations and FGII guests. You do not need Philanthropy Australia membership to join this event. |
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Share your insights for the future of the sector and help shape the Blueprint to support not-for-profits for the next 10 years. Alongside the Productivity Commission process, the Charity Blueprint is another opportunity to put before government key elements of philanthropy’s policy agenda, such as super bequests and the voluntary choice to donate in the tax return process. Adding your voice to the mix could make a real difference to our success in getting a strong package of reforms to create a more generous and inclusive Australia.
Participate in a virtual or in-person consultation happening now. |
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The Toyota Community Trust Grants program aims to encourage and enable more young Australians to pursue further study and future careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Applicant organisations must be located within Australia and proposed activities must take place by December 2025. Click below to view the grant guidelines including assessment criteria. Applications close COB Monday 1 July 2024. |
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The Australia Post Community Grants program supports local community organisations across Australia to help people connect and stay mentally well. Eligible not-for-profit community groups can apply to receive a grant of up to $10,000 for local, community-led projects that connect individuals and communities to improve mental health and mental wellbeing.
Applications close on Monday 1 July 2024. |
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QBE Foundation local grants provide meaningful support for community initiatives addressing specific areas of need. From 3 June-3 July 2024, the QBE Foundation is inviting Australian community organisations working to address climate resilience and inclusion to apply for one of a number of $40,000 grants to be awarded in 2024. Applications close 5pm AEST 3 July 2024. |
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The Pride Foundation Australia is proud to announce its second grant round for 2024, with a total funding pool of $10,000 and a focus on supporting sexuality, sex and gender diverse (LGBTQIA+) people living in regional and rural areas of Australia. Grant applications should be to the value of up to $10,000 for up to two years (if applicable). Download the guidelines here.
Applications close on Friday 5 July 2024. |
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Grassroots not-for-profits and early-stage social enterprises (annual revenue up to $1M) can apply to present at the Canberra Local Communities live crowdfunding event on 17 September 2024. This is a great opportunity to connect with the dynamic TFN donor network to raise an estimated $20,000+ for your non-profit program! Click below for the full selection criteria and how to apply.
Applications close at 11:59pm on Sunday 7 July 2024. |
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The aim of this program is to strengthen research capability in Victoria to conduct world-class research in health and well-being by helping establish the careers of talented early-career researchers. Applicant researchers need to have passed their PhD no earlier than 31 July 2021 if working full-time. Applications close midday Wednesday 10 July 2024. |
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Grants up to $20,000 are available for remote, rural and regional Queensland communities impacted by Cyclones Jasper and Kirrily. Proudly supported by Suncorp Group, a total of $300,000 is available for a wide range of projects and activities to support recovery, prevention and preparedness.
Applications for the Rebuilding Futures grant close 5pm AEST, 11 July 2024. FRRR has multiple grant rounds open. Discover additional grant rounds here. |
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Westpac Scholars Trust is investing in social enterprise and not-for-profit leaders passionate about making a lasting difference to the future of Australia. You could receive funding up to $50,000 for personal development, including study tours, short courses, conferences, coaching, and overseas learning experiences. Additionally you could gain access to leadership development and a peer group to support you along your social impact journey.
Applications close 5:00pm AEST Wednesday 24 July 2024. |
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Grants of up to $150,000 are available for organisations that support young Victorians and their families to achieve good health and wellbeing. From increasing access to healthy, local food and creating opportunities for active play, recreation, sport, and art, to making places and spaces more culturally safe, VicHealth will fund innovative ideas that push the envelope to create better, fairer health outcomes for Victoria's young people and their families. Get started on your application preparation early by accessing the funding guidelines linked below.
Applications open from Wednesday 3 July and close on Wednesday 31 July 2024. |
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Social Enterprise Development Initiative (SEDI) Grants help social enterprises, including trading Indigenous owned or controlled organisations with a defined social benefit, grow their business, scale their impact and further their missions of creating positive social change. The grants, valued at up to $120,000 each, are targeted towards supporting social enterprises to be more effective and efficient in demonstrating and increasing social impact for the people and communities they exist to support.
The SEDI Grants program will run through to June 2026. |
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Host: SAHMRI (South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute)
Saturday 6 July | Adelaide |
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Host: The Smith Family
Tuesday 16 July | Virtual |
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Host: Benefolk
Tuesday 23 July - Thursday 1 Aug | Virtual |
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Host: Childhood Cancer Association
Saturday 10 August | Adelaide |
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Host: St Mary’s House of Welcome
Saturday 10 August | Melbourne |
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Host: Australian Environmental Grantmakers Network (AEGN)
Sunday 25 August - Friday 30 August | Perth to Broome Please note bookings close Friday 19 July. |
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Host: Benefolk
Thursday 5 September | Melbourne Philanthropy Australia CEO Maree Sidey will be presenting at the event. |
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NSW Biodiversity Conservation Trust | Sydney & NSW Regional |
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COORDINARE | Sydney, Wollongong and ACT |
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Ormond College | Melbourne |
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Sydney Dance Company | 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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