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Philanthropy Australia is the national peak body for organisations and individuals working to achieve positive change.

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Thank you to our Leadership Summit Partners

Fri, 25 July 2025

The Philanthropy Leadership Summit 2025 is completely sold out and we’re pleased to be expecting 450 attendees for the Leadership Summit itself on Wednesday 6 August. We are particularly happy that we have a strong contingent of attendees representing First Nations organisations and small not-for-profits, thanks to our scholarships.

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She Gives celebrates one year of ‘energy and boldness’ in women’s philanthropy

Dee Rudebeck, Advisor, News & Storytelling Fri, 25 July 2025

A campaign to highlight and inspire women’s giving in Australia ‘has resonated with so many women across the country’, said founder Melissa Smith. As the movement marks its anniversary, there are signs that the landscape is shifting to better recognise the catalytic power of women.  

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Tech founders could redefine philanthropy – and create a new opportunity for charities

Antonia Ruffell, CEO, StartGiving Fri, 25 July 2025

Australia’s philanthropic landscape is undergoing a quiet revolution, led by a new generation of tech founders. The recently released Australian Tech Giving Report 2025, a collaboration between StartGiving and the Centre for Social Impact at the University of Western Australia, offers the first comprehensive benchmark of personal philanthropy in the tech sector. For charities and not-for-profits, the findings present a window of opportunity, writes Antonia Ruffell, CEO of StartGiving.

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Welcome to PA’s two new Engagement Leads

Fri, 25 July 2025

We are delighted to welcome to new members of the Philanthropy Australia membership and engagement team – Fleur Allen and Caroline Morrissey.Caroline joins Kim Harland in the PA Queensland team as the Engagement Lead (QLD/NT). Fleur is our Engagement Lead (WA/SA) working from the Perth office with Ollie Hanson.

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Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 Brisbane, QLD

Brisbane has been chosen as the host city for the 2026 Philanthropy Australia Conference! More info to come.

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Events

Partnered event

ACT networking morning tea

Canberra,ACT 10:30 am – 12:00 pm AEST

Philanthropy Australia and Hands Across Canberra invite you to a special networking morning tea ahead of the Philanthropy Australia Leadership Summit in Canberra.

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Summit

Philanthropy Leadership Summit 2025

Canberra,ACT Various

There has never been a more important time for a robust examination of leadership in all its forms. We are facing considerable challenges – globally, nationally and locally. As we grapple with rising inequality, climate change, economic uncertainty, and regional conflicts, many of the old rules and norms no longer apply. Disruption is all around us: in geopolitics, in media, in technology, in markets and in democracy.

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Working with advisors to align capital with purpose: Lessons from the Endowments for Impact Challenge

Virtual 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm AEST

Join the Endowments for Impact Challenge and the Foundations Group for Impact Investing for a conversation on the challenges and opportunities for mission-based advice. This session will explore how Foundations & Trusts currently engage with advisors, existing challenges, alongside the report findings and resources from the recent Endowments for Impact Challenge.

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