What is the future of generosity? Conference 2026 program and Masterclasses released
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
Philanthropy Australia has unveiled the Conference 2026 program and opened registrations for Masterclass Monday. With an outstanding line-up of Australian and international speakers and tickets already more than 75 per cent sold, now is the time to secure your place at the philanthropy sector’s leading event.
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NAIDOC Week 2026: A First Nations-led giving model is redistributing wealth for long-term change
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
First Nations Futures (FNF) is a collective giving group founded to challenge traditional philanthropy and redistribute wealth to community-led initiatives. It is reshaping who gets to make decisions about resources and funding, reflecting this year’s NAIDOC Week which celebrates culture, identity and leading change.
NAIDOC Week 2026: Celebrating Indigenous-led giving and community strength
Fri, 10 Jul 2026
As Australia marks NAIDOC Week 2026, Giving News highlights the work of the Indigenous Giving Circle, a collective giving group that centres First Nations leadership and places funding decisions in the hands of community.
Indian diaspora philanthropy in Australia: an under-recognised force for giving
Anita Toy
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
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.
Mobilising generosity with intent: A sector-wide invitation to go further
Andrew Binns, CEO, Australian Communities Foundation
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
CEO of Australian Communities Foundation, Andrew Binns, shares his reflections on Strategy 2033 and creating the conditions where generosity can thrive at scale.
2026 Queensland Philanthropy Awards
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
Queenslanders whose leadership and community stewardship make an instrumental impact on the lives of those they serve were celebrated at the 2026 Queensland Philanthropy Awards.
Genevieve Timmons honoured with Life Membership of Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 29 May 2026
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.
