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Introducing Strategy 2033
In our fiftieth year, Philanthropy Australia is proud to be unveiling a new strategy.
News and stories
Philanthropy Australia CEO launches Strategy 2033
Maree Sidey, CEO
Fri, 6 March 2026
Over the past year, I’ve had many conversations that have stayed with me – at roundtables, focus groups, events, over cups of coffee and late-night virtual calls. I’ve heard the hopes, frustrations and aspirations of a sector that cares deeply about the future of giving in Australia.
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Government misses another critical opportunity to encourage more giving in Australia
Thu, 26 February 2026
In response to the Australian Government’s announcement of an increase in the minimum distribution for Giving Funds, Philanthropy Australia has expressed concern that broader reforms critical to unlocking giving to charities have been sidelined.
PA Conference Early Bird registration open to members
Thu, 19 February 2026
Early bird registrations have opened for Australia’s biggest philanthropic event, the Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026. Join more than 1000 changemakers in Brisbane this September for the most ambitious and forward-looking philanthropy conference yet, exploring the theme “Mobilising Generosity, Shaping the Future”.
Starting the year with purpose, connection and generosity: A note from CEO Maree Sidey
Maree Sidey, CEO, Philanthropy Australia
Thu, 5 February 2026
As we share the first edition of Giving News for 2026, it feels a little late to say Happy New Year. Yet the sense of renewal that comes with a new year remains important. Many communities have experienced a difficult beginning to the year. Recent weeks have brought moments of grief and disruption, including violent incidents affecting Jewish and Aboriginal communities, and early bushfires and sudden flooding across the country.
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 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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Rights. Justice. Action. Funding change for women and girls
Sydney,Array
11:00 am – 1:00 pm AEDT
Join Philanthropy Australia and the Sydney Women’s Fund for an International Women’s Day event focused on the critical role philanthropy can play in advancing justice for women and girls, including safety, dignity and having a voice in decisions that affect their lives.
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What’s shifting in US philanthropy: Insights for Australian funders
Brisbane,Array
10:00 am – 11:30 am AEST
Join this session with Peter Johnstone, CEO of The Clem Jones Foundation, who will share reflections from his time and experience immersed in the United States philanthropy sector in 2025. He will speak candidly about what philanthropy looks like on the ground in the US, what surprised him, the most significant shifts he observed, and the changes he believes Australian funders should be anticipating
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