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State of Philanthropy Insights Series starts bold new conversation for Giving 

Thu, 14 May 2026

Over the past two weeks, Philanthropy Australia’s State of Philanthropy Insights Series travelled the country, convening more than 800 people at 18 events across eight cities. Alongside Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors, we launched our new strategy – Mobilising Generosity, Shaping the Future – and started a bold new conversation about giving in this country. 

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Why the Skoll World Forum is a worthy quest for Australian funders  

Darrell Wade Thu, 14 May 2026

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.

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Community Foundations Australia appoints Co-CEOs to lead next phase of growth

Thu, 14 May 2026

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. 

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The Giving Academy changed how this NFP CEO thinks about philanthropy 

Thu, 14 May 2026

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.

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Side Events: extending connection beyond the 2026 Conference program  

Thu, 14 May 2026

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

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State of Philanthropy Insights Series 2026 – In pictures!

Thu, 14 May 2026

Across 6 cities, 18 events and hundreds of attendees, the State of Philanthropy Insight Series brought together a shared commitment to mobilising generosity across Australia. Explore these moments that reflect the energy, connection and collaboration across the Series.

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Why gifts in wills go missing and what charities can do about it

Thu, 14 May 2026

For many charities, gifts in wills represent one of the most significant and future‑focused sources of funding. They reflect deep trust and long-term commitment from donors, often built over many years. But as research and sector work continue to show, not all promised gifts ultimately make their way to the causes they were intended for. 

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