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Founded 50 years ago with a commitment to strengthen and grow philanthropy across Australia, Philanthropy Australia is building on that legacy as we chart our path forward.

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News and stories

Darrell Wade appointed as future Chair at Philanthropy Australia

Dee Rudebeck, Advisor, News & Storytelling

Fri, 28 November 2025

Philanthropy Australia is delighted to announce that travel entrepreneur and philanthropist Darrell Wade has been appointed Chair designate of its board, marking the close of a significant period of co-leadership under Amanda Miller OAM and Lisa George. Their tenure, which comes to an end in February 2026, has been recognised for strengthening the organisation’s voice and overseeing the advancement of key reforms.

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The Philanthropy Leadership Summit Compass launches

Fri, 17 October 2025

Philanthropy Australia is pleased to share the Philanthropy Leadership Summit 2025 Compass with the sector. This guide to practice in response to the polycrisis has been informed by our 2025 strategic planning process and shaped by insights and ideas from participants in the Summit funders’ workshop and from individual members.

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NFP Sector Development Blueprint: Recommendations are ‘coming to life operationally’

Fri, 12 December 2025

The Not-for-profit Sector Development Blueprint was released in late 2024 and set out a 10-year plan to strengthen Australia’s charities and community organisations to make them ‘future ready’. While the government has not formally accepted the Blueprint, elements are being adopted operationally, say two of its key creators who spoke to Giving News.

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How unlocking DGR would benefit Neighbourhood Houses: case study

Fri, 28 November 2025

Every week more than 400,000 people around Australia walk through the doors of a Neighbourhood House or Centre. There are more than 1,000 across the country serving crucial roles in local communities acting as the first point of contact for people facing hardship, especially in rural and regional areas. Clare Ozich, Campaign Manager at Not-for-Profit Law at Justice Connect, explains how DGR reform would unlock giving to the charity.