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Giving in WA: New report reveals a strong and growing culture of generosity
Thu, 2 April 2026
Philanthropy Australia, in conjunction with the Centre for Social Impact at The University of Western Australia, has launched the first Western Australia Snapshot of Giving Study, revealing a strong culture of generosity across the state and highlighting clear opportunities to strengthen awareness of structured giving and support long term community impact.
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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.
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.
Why Gen X’s ‘quiet inheritor’ status deserves your attention
By Kate Stone, Head of Philanthropic Giving, Australian Philanthropic Services
Thu, 2 April 2026
In the second of a Giving News series on the intergenerational wealth transfer, guest contributor Kate Stone of Australian Philanthropic Services explains why Generation X is actually at the forefront of wealth transfer, and that we need to consider this group’s life stage pressures to harness the full potential of philanthropy over the next decade
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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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FGII Market Information Day
Adelaide hybrid,Array
12:00 pm – 1:30 pm AEST
The Market Information Day is an opportunity to share impact investments in the market and invite discussion. It is designed to educate attendees about the social impact investment landscape and opportunities from social impact funds, charities and social ventures.
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