Indian diaspora philanthropy in Australia: an under-recognised force for giving
As Australia’s Indian-born community surges past 971,000 — making India our largest overseas country of birth for the first time — new research shines a light on Indian-Australian philanthropy: a vibrant, values-driven and largely under-recognised part of Australia’s giving landscape.
Genevieve Timmons honoured with Life Membership of Philanthropy Australia
Philanthropy Australia has awarded its highest honour, Life Membership, to Genevieve Timmons, recognising her outstanding and sustained contribution to both the organisation and the development of philanthropy in this country.
Community Foundations Australia appoints Co-CEOs to lead next phase of growth
Community Foundations Australia (CFAus) has appointed Georgia Mathews and Dylan Smith as Co-CEOs, marking a significant leadership transition as the organisation enters its next phase.
The Giving Academy changed how this NFP CEO thinks about philanthropy
Stepping into a CEO role is never simple. And in the not-for-profit sector, the challenges are distinct. For Amy Low, taking the top role at a high-profile social enterprise brought a steep learning curve, particularly in navigating philanthropy.
Why the Skoll World Forum is a worthy quest for Australian funders
Skoll World Forum is an annual conference at Oxford University each April, hosted by Oxford University’s SAID Business School. It is part intellectual examination of best practice philanthropy and social enterprise, part practical meeting point for practitioners who like to go deep on what works and why.
Side Events: extending connection beyond the 2026 Conference program
At this years Philanthropy Australia Conference 2026,, a new program of Side Events will make even more space for delegates to deepen relationships, share ideas and convene around shared interests
The Future of Giving: Why Australia’s next generation matters now
As $5.4 trillion in wealth changes hands over the coming decades, a new generation is redefining philanthropy. Clementine Lucas of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Australia explores how younger Australians are bringing fresh expectations around impact, participation and purpose, and what this means for the future of giving in Australia.






