Australian Schools Plus and Paul Ramsay Foundation announce $4.7m investment in success for remote kids
Fri, 7 Mar 2025
The Paul Ramsay Foundation (PRF) has provided Australian Schools Plus (Schools Plus) a $4.7 million grant over five years to shift the dial for kids who are often left behind in rural Australia. This initiative will support 7,000 students across remote communities with targeted programs and resources, fostering academic achievement and overall wellbeing.
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Adam Ognall on his ‘fantastic vantage point’ of philanthropy
As told to Dee Rudebeck, Advisor, News and Storytelling
Fri, 21 Feb 2025
Philanthropy Australia’s Adam Ognall has taken on a different focus in his new role as Executive Director Partnerships and Practice. Here, he talks about his vision for driving forward best practice and supporting strong relationships across the sector. In particular, he explains how the information shared in Philanthropy Australia’s recent Better Philanthropy Telescope report fits into our strategy and outlook for 2025.
Cost of living, elections and collaboration highlighted in 2025’s Better Philanthropy Telescope
Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 7 Feb 2025
Philanthropy Australia’s third annual Better Philanthropy Telescope takes the pulse of the sector, shedding light on the emerging trends, challenges and opportunities that will shape Australia’s giving agenda in the year ahead.
Governor-General joins women leaders in calling for more giving
Fri, 29 Nov 2024
Australia’s women philanthropic leaders have united at an event hosted by the Governor-General, Her Excellency Sam Mostyn AC at Government House in Canberra.
2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference – concurrent sessions
Philanthropy Australia
Tue, 17 Sep 2024
Recordings of the concurrent sessions of the 2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference in Adelaide, 6 and 7 August 2024.
2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference – plenaries
Philanthropy Australia
Mon, 2 Sep 2024
Recordings of the plenary sessions of the 2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference in Adelaide, 6 and 7 August 2024.
A deep dive into ‘better’ philanthropy with Genevieve Timmons’ new Savvy Giving
Dee Rudebeck, News and Storytelling Adviser
Fri, 23 Aug 2024
Genevieve first published Savvy Giving in 2013 and it became a widely read ‘how to’ guide for effective grantmaking and philanthropy. She’s now written a new edition that provides a roadmap for contemporary giving in Australia, reflecting the evolution of practice in the sector over recent years. Here, she reflects on what’s changed and the opportunities and challenges ahead.
