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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.
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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.
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.
Conference EOIs: insights into what the sector wants to learn, share and lead
By Sarah Hardy, Philanthropy Australia Deputy CEO and Executive Director Practice & Partnerships
Thu, 16 April 2026
What do the 2026 Conference EOIs tell us about our sector? Philanthropy Australia’s Sarah Hardy reflects on the themes that have emerged from the 200+ submissions to host a masterclass or breakout session at September’s conference in Brisbane.
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Read our stories of givingPhilanthropy 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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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.
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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.
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Greater Sydney Giving Week
Sydney,Array
Philanthropy Australia is delighted to be participating in the inaugural Greater Sydney Giving Week, presented by the Sydney Community Foundation.
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