Stacey Thomas, CEO of The Wyatt Trust, delivered a powerful talk from the heart at the Philanthropy Australia Conference to a packed auditorium on reckoning with the past of the Trust and its founder, English colonial settler Dr William Wyatt. She spoke frankly about how his life impacted the lives of local First Nations peoples. Here, Stacey reflects on why it was important to deliver that speech to that audience and how she feels about the groundswell of feedback she’s received. She offers advice on how others can start their journey and where The Wyatt Trust, with its 138 years of history, goes next with theirs.
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A new report from Pay What It Takes (PWIT) shares the wisdom and experiences of philanthropic leaders on their shared journey of creating sustainable not for profit organisations that are consistently benefiting communities across the country. Described as “a love letter to our sector," this report is packed with insights from inspiring leaders who tell it like it is. |
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Philanthropy Australia, on behalf of First Nations Leaders across Australia, is calling all funders to take part in the important Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Funders Reporting Survey. The deadline for this survey has been extended one week to Friday 20 September 2024. Here, Philanthropy Australia CEO Maree Sidey shares a heartfelt message encouraging funders to take part in the survey.
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Schools Plus has developed a number of initiatives aimed at supporting young people’s mental health in rural communities that is producing heartening outcomes. This story was first published in Inspiring Stories of Giving Vol 2 in August 2024. |
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Foundation Barossa nurtures and builds its community’s strength and assets, responding to challenges and opportunities and supporting organisations and individuals to do likewise. All donor funds are invested in perpetuity, and interest from these funds is distributed annually to local community groups. This is one of six inspiring video stories showcased at the 2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference, produced with the support of Fay Fuller Foundation.
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Part 2 of the Diversity series aims to bring awareness to individuals and organisations, advancing conversations about learning good practice approaches around gender. Presented by Georgia Mathews, Director of Georgia Mathews Consulting, Julie Reilly OAM, CEO of Australians Investing In Women; and Natalie Wade, Founder and Principal Lawyer at Equality Lawyers, this event will be an excellent opportunity to hear different perspectives from diverse speakers engaging in philanthropy.
Where: Virtual Date: Tuesday 17 September
Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm AEST This event is free for members at Active, Engaged and Impact Levels
Connected Members: $20 Non-members: $40 |
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Join Philanthropy Australia and Include a Charity for a Legacy Lunch on 10 October in Canberra where new research will be presented on unfulfilled charitable bequests. The lunch will explore how to inspire more gifts, advocate for policy reform, and share impactful stories.
Where: Canberra Date: Thursday 10 October Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm AEDT
This event is open to everyone including donors, professional advisers, will writers and not-for-profit fundraisers |
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This event is intended for evaluators or MEL professionals in funding bodies and NFP partners. Phil Eval Network membership or Philanthropy Australia membership is not required. Wednesday 25 September - Wednesday 6 November, 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Virtual |
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Philanthropic funders, foundations, and FGII guests are welcome to attend. Tuesday 22 October, 11:00am - 1:00pm AEDT | Virtual |
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The Wicking Trust has opened a national grant round focussed on ‘Bringing death back into life’ - investing in excess of $6 million over the next three years. The ‘bringing death back into life’ grant round aims to: -
Create more open conversations about death and dying - increasing death literacy
- Support older Australians to prepare for and plan for dying and death
- Facilitate more connected and coordinated formal and informal care networks
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Enable better access to information and expertise that connects older people to the support they need, when they need it.
Equity Trustees will host two information sessions on the grant, on 17 September at 11am (AEST) and 19 September at 2pm (AEST) - registration is required here. |
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The Community Inclusion grant program distributes funds for projects that encourage social inclusion and social participation for people with disabilities.
Grants will provide opportunities for social inclusion and participation for people with disability in Victoria. These objectives are informed by guiding principle no. 3 of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD): Full and effective participation and inclusion in society. (CRPD 2007). Applications close Friday 20 September 2024. |
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The City of Melbourne's Social Enterprise Grants are a stream of the Small Business Grants program and supports new and existing enterprises with a distinctly social purpose, with up to $25,000 per application. Applications close Tuesday 24 September 2024 |
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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.It awards $1.2 million in Community Grants each year across two grant rounds, including $200,000 available in Impact Grants for projects with big potential. These Impact Grants provide a further $25,000 to recipients to maximise the impact they have on their communities. Submissions close midnight 30 September 2024 (AEST). |
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The Freemasons Foundation Victoria’s Community Grants focus on partnering and investing in local programs and initiatives that have an enduring impact in our community. Eligible organisations are invited to apply for funding between $5,000 and $50,000 for Victoria based programs that align with our funding areas. Applications close midnight 30 September 2024. |
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Not-for-profit organisations are eligible to apply for up to $15,000 under the National Australia Day Council’s Australia Day 2025 Community Events Grant Program. Previous grant-funded events have included Welcomes to Country, citizenship ceremonies, morning teas, mornings of mourning, BBQs, live performances and storytelling with local Indigenous communities.
Grants open Monday 16 September, and close Friday 11 October. |
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Have you ever imagined a training program that could transform your workplace? Or noticed communication gaps that could use some expert attention? NIDA Corporate Training wants to collaborate with you. Your input will help create programs that empower individual growth and drive business success and further support the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA). Complete this quick survey, and as a thank you, you’ll be entered to win one of three NIDA Corporate Training Courses—perfect for enhancing your skills, supporting a colleague, or trying out a course with your team.
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Host: Workplace Giving Australia
Wednesday 18 September, 2:00pm - 5:00pm AEST | Sydney |
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Outcomes Measurement Workshops (Various locations) |
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Host: Climateworks Centre
Thursday 19 September, 11:00am - 12:00pm | Virtual This event is designed for funders and future philanthropists. |
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Host: Australian Communities Foundation
Thursday 19 September, 5:30pm for 6:00pm start | Melbourne |
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Host: University of Melbourne Monday 23 September, 1:00pm - 5:00pm | Melbourne |
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Host: Australian Communities Foundation Thursday 26 September, 12:00pm - 1:15pm | Melbourne |
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Fundamentals of Arts Fundraising (Various locations) |
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Host: Australian Communities Foundation Thursday 10 October, 5:30pm - 8:00pm AEDT | Melbourne |
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Host: GiveOUT Day Thursday 17 October |
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Host: Australian International Development Network (AIDN) and Myriad Australia
16 - 23 October | Cambodia |
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Ballarat Foundation | Ballarat |
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Sydney Symphony Orchestra | Sydney |
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Material Institute | Bridgewater, Lutruwita/Tasmania |
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Trinity Grammar School | Summer Hill, NSW |
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Social Ventures Australia | Melbourne, VIC |
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Australian Sports Foundation | National (Melbourne preferred) |
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Can Too Foundation Limited | Sydney |
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River Nile School | 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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