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News and stories

Philanthropy Weekly story

‘Engagement and energy’ in impact investing is growing

Michelle Di Fabio, Program Director, Foundations Group for Impact Investing

Fri, 30 Aug 2024

Under the Shared Capital theme at the Philanthropy Australia conference, common themes emerged in relation to impact investment. Michelle Di Fabio, Philanthropy Australia’s Program Director, Foundations Group for Impact Investing, reflects on the key issues and discussions, the resounding increase in interest - and what’s needed for continued growth.

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Conference questions answered: Safeena Husain, Founder of Educate Girls

Safeena Husain

Fri, 30 Aug 2024

Safeena Husain’s presentation on accelerating impact at scale through investing in women and girls in India struck a chord with many at the Philanthropy Australia Conference 2024. Here Safeena responds to audience questions.

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Support for local NFPs during and after droughts is critical to sustainability and recovery

Fri, 30 Aug 2024

A report commissioned by FRRR into its long-running Tackling Tough Times Together (TTTT) drought support program has found that funding locally based NFPs and community groups and activities that strengthen social capital during drought sustains communities and supports recovery. The TTTT program ran from 2014 to 2022 and was collaboratively funded by government and philanthropy, awarding $18.6 million via 681 grants.

Story of giving

Video: Inspiring story – Catherine House

Philanthropy Australia

Mon, 26 Aug 2024

Catherine House provides crisis, longer term accommodation and support services to women experiencing homelessness in South Australia.

Story of giving

Video: Inspiring Story – Foundation Barossa

Philanthropy Australia

Mon, 26 Aug 2024

Foundation Barossa nurtures and builds its community’s strength and assets, responding to challenges and opportunities and supporting organisations and individuals to do likewise.