Join our State of Philanthropy Insights Forum series

Register now

Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026: Early Bird Registration Open Now!

Learn more

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

Introducing Strategy 2033

Continue your journey with us: Renew your membership

Learn more

Start your giving journey

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

Learn and grow

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

News and stories

Reflections on stewardship, generosity and the future of philanthropy 

Thu, 16 April 2026

After a combined decade of service, Philanthropy Australia Co-Chairs Amanda Miller OAM and Lisa George are stepping down, marking the end of a significant chapter for the organisation. They shared their reflections on their tenure with Giving News.

Read more
News and stories

Why philanthropy matters to Western Australia’s economy 

By Maree Sidey, CEO, Philanthropy Australia Thu, 2 April 2026

The first ever snapshot of philanthropy in Western Australia is an insight into who, how and why people give in the state. It also tells us that nurturing even greater philanthropic capability in WA will unlock more social and economic value, writes Maree Sidey, CEO Philanthropy Australia.

News and stories

New speakers announced for Conference 2026   

Thu, 19 March 2026

The Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026 is taking shape, with a growing group of global and local voices helping bring this year’s themes to life. Read about our newest additions to the program.

News and stories

Five forces from US Philanthropy: QLD Funders Peer Network

By Kim Harland, Senior Director, Engagement (QLD/NT) Thu, 16 April 2026

At the March meeting of Philanthropy Australia’s Queensland Funders Peer Network, Peter Johnstone, CEO of the Clem Jones Group and Foundation, shared five major shifts transforming US philanthropy. Kim Harland, our Director Engagement (QLD), recaps for his insights for Giving News and what they mean for Australian philanthropy.

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.

Read our stories of giving

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.

Read more

Events

Professional development and training

State of Philanthropy Insight Series

Free for Impact and Engage members. $100 for non-members. 10% discount for Connect members.

The State of Philanthropy Insights Series is Philanthropy Australia’s new national program exploring major shifts shaping giving today. With events across six states, the Series will convene members and sector leaders to examine emerging patterns in philanthropy, ignite thoughtful dialogue and inspire new thinking.

Read more
Workshop

Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisers Workshops

$200

Exclusively for Philanthropy Australia Impact and Engage members, these workshops are ideal for philanthropic trustees, funders, practitioners and intermediaries. Thanks to our partners we are offering these workshops at a heavily discounted cost. These interactive sessions will give funders the rare chance to work directly with preeminent philanthropy strategist Heather Grady, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy and Sustainability Officer at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, and her colleague Sanya Mirpuri.

Read more

Greater Sydney Giving Week

Sydney,Array
Read more