Landmark research shows giving in Australia is changing, and it’s collective

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In our fiftieth year, Philanthropy Australia is proud to be unveiling a new strategy.

Introducing Strategy 2033

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Find the most effective way for you to give – as an individual, family, organisation or business – so you can focus on making an impact.

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Discover our collection of resources and tools to get you started, extend your giving, or support others on their giving journey.

Introducing Strategy 2033

Learn more about our vision to strengthen giving for a more generous, just and sustainable future.

News and stories

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The Future of Giving: Why Australia’s next generation matters now

By Clementine Lucas, Head of Not-for-Profit and Philanthropic Services, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Australia Fri, 10 July 2026

As $5.4 trillion in wealth changes hands over the coming decades, a new generation is redefining philanthropy. Clementine Lucas of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Australia explores how younger Australians are bringing fresh expectations around impact, participation and purpose, and what this means for the future of giving in Australia.

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NAIDOC Week 2026: Celebrating Indigenous-led giving and community strength 

Fri, 10 July 2026

As Australia marks NAIDOC Week 2026, Giving News highlights the work of the Indigenous Giving Circle, a collective giving group that centres First Nations leadership and places funding decisions in the hands of community.

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NAIDOC Week 2026: A First Nations-led giving model is redistributing wealth for long-term change 

Fri, 10 July 2026

First Nations Futures (FNF) is a collective giving group founded to challenge traditional philanthropy and redistribute wealth to community-led initiatives. It is reshaping who gets to make decisions about resources and funding, reflecting this year’s NAIDOC Week which celebrates culture, identity and leading change.

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What is the future of generosity? Conference 2026 program and Masterclasses released

Fri, 10 July 2026

Philanthropy Australia has unveiled the Conference 2026 program and opened registrations for Masterclass Monday. With an outstanding line-up of Australian and international speakers and tickets already more than 75 per cent sold, now is the time to secure your place at the philanthropy sector’s leading event.

Stories of giving

Stories to inspire more and better philanthropy. Read about the experiences and motivations of the donors and the causes they are supporting.

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Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 Brisbane, Array

Australia’s biggest philanthropy conference returns in 2026, and it will be bolder than ever! We are thrilled to announce the theme for the 2026 Philanthropy Australia Conference: Mobilising Generosity, Shaping the Future.

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Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026

Brisbane,Array

Australia’s biggest philanthropy conference returns in 2026, and it will be bolder than ever! We are thrilled to announce the theme for the 2026 Philanthropy Australia Conference: Mobilising Generosity, Shaping the Future.

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Peer Network

Philanthropic advocacy as an ally to the social enterprise sector

12:00 pm – 1:00 pm AEST

With renewed Federal Government attention on the social enterprise sector, we’re standing in a rare moment — a genuine window where coordinated advocacy can shape policy, unlock opportunity, and accelerate the sector’s long‑term impact. The question now is: what role should philanthropy play, and how can we be the kind of ally the sector actually needs?

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