From Brisbane to New York: Why belonging is the key to Australia’s generosity
By Maree Sidey, CEO, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
What do global debates on trust and cooperation mean for Australian philanthropy? Maree Sidey reflections on lessons from New York and why belonging matters more than ever.
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Unlocking capital for climate resilience and community impact
By Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Media & Content
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
A new partnership between Paul Ramsay Foundation and Atlassian Foundation aims to unlock more capital for Australian charities, so organisations can spend more time delivering impact and less time talking to investors.
Voices of Impact: Desmond Campbell on Conference 2026
Fri, 2 Oct 2026
In our new series, Voices of Impact, CEO of Welcome to Country Desmond Campbell, reflects on the power of honest dialogue and relationship-building across the philanthropic sector, as witnessed at Conference 2026.
The Glue That Binds: AIDN’s insights from seven years of network building
Brianna Kerr, Acting Co-Executive Director, Practice and Partnerships
Fri, 4 Sep 2026
The Australian International Development Network (AIDN) has launched its first Impact Report, The Glue That Binds: Insights from Seven Years of Strengthening Australian International Giving and Investing, providing a detailed look at both AIDN's contribution to the sector and the state of international philanthropy in Australia.
Reflections Beyond the Celebration Dinner
Jones Jones (they/them), Acting Co-CEO, Rainbow Giving Australia; Ruth McNair AM (she/her), Outgoing Chair, Pride Foundation Australia; Ayan Dasvarma (he/him), Incoming Chair, Pride Foundation Australia; and Equality Australia
Fri, 4 Sep 2026
The Celebration Dinner at Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026 brought together philanthropy, advocacy and community leaders to mark 10 years since the marriage equality campaign and reflect on what can happen when people unite behind a shared vision.
Tim Fairfax Family Foundation announces nine-year partnership with Yiliyapinya Indigenous Corporation
Fri, 4 Sep 2026
The Tim Fairfax Family Foundation’s newest strategic partnership with Yiliyapinya Indigenous Corporation reflects a simple idea: find strong organisations doing meaningful work, fund them well, and give them time to lead.
Esther Chang: why regional challenges need regional solutions
Stacey Knott, Senior Lead, Content & Media, Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 4 Sep 2026
Esther Chang, CEO of Asia Philanthropy Circle, explores how philanthropy can help tackle shared regional challenges, from climate and food security to social impact. Ahead of Conference 2026, she shares why collaboration, local knowledge and collective action are essential for creating lasting change across Asia and the Pacific.
