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Introducing Strategy 2033
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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.
From idea to impact: how philanthropy is powering the next frontier in medical research
By David Sloan, Head of Philanthropy, Wesley Research Institute
Thu, 30 April 2026
Early and sustained backing from philanthropists who “invested ahead of certainty” led to the creation of a world first leadership position in the emerging field of Spatial Medicine, writes Wesley Research Institute’s David Sloan.
Conference Field Trips and Side Events give delegates more opportunities to learn and connect
Thu, 30 April 2026
Registrations are now open for Field Trip Friday and a new program of participant led-Side Events as part of additions to the Conference 2026 program that will help delegates to connect more deeply with each other and place.
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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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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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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