Philanthropy supports professorship to honour Sir Gustav Nossal
Fri, 6 Dec 2024
The exceptional legacy of former director of the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute (WEHI) and Australian treasure Sir Gustav Nossal AC CBE will continue through an ongoing professorship, enabled through the philanthropy of the Nossal family. Sir Gus is one of Philanthropy Australia’s two patrons.
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UK Study Tour: ‘The changes being made to power sharing practices was the standout learning’
Rachel Findlay, Director, Engagement (NSW/ACT), Philanthropy Australia
Fri, 6 Dec 2024
A group of Philanthropy Australia members have returned from an enriching study tour in the UK buzzing with fresh insights and enthusiasm to invest in their work in Australia. The members had an action-packed itinerary meeting with more than 40 speakers from 20+ organisations sharing best practice and deep understanding of the many ways philanthropy is making a difference today. Here, Rachel Findlay, Director Impact and Engagement, NSW & ACT, and the key driver behind curating the tour, shares her reflections.
Rhodri Davies on key trends in philanthropy, from paused grantmaking to the changing demographic of funders
Fri, 6 Dec 2024
Rhodri Davies is a well-known expert and commentator in the UK on philanthropy and civil society issues. He is the founder and director of the thinktank Why Philanthropy Matters and the host of the Philanthropisms podcast. He kicked off Philanthropy Australia’s recent UK Study Tour with a presentation about the state of play in the UK sector and emerging trends. Beforehand, he spoke to Philanthropy Weekly on what he sees happening locally and globally – and what’s on the horizon.
Future Generation launches women’s investment fund to drive gender equality
Fri, 6 Dec 2024
In an Australian first, Future Generation has launched an investment fund that aims to deliver both financial returns and progress towards gender equality in Australia. Managed by women portfolio managers, Future Generation Women will bring a gender lens into investment decisions, while directing 1% of its assets annually to not-for-profit organisations working to advance economic equity and opportunities for women and their children.
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.
Philanthropy, government and community take the next steps for Australia’s children
Fri, 22 Nov 2024
Leaders from government, philanthropy and community have taken a critical step towards building a better future for Australian’s children and young people, setting the stage for new investment in community-led initiatives to drive positive change.
New Southside community foundation will support local solutions to local problems
Allison Harding
Fri, 22 Nov 2024
Victoria’s newest community foundation is starting to make waves in its bayside Melbourne home, with plans to begin its first grants program in coming months.
