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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Policy update: amendment secured to address impact of proposed CGT change on philanthropy
By Krystian Seibert
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Following the May Federal Budget, Philanthropy Australia worked closely with members, partners and Government to examine the proposed policy and tax measures and potential implications for philanthropy. We successfully advocated for important amendments to the proposed legislation.
The missing lens in the Budget debate
By Maree Sidey
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
While the post-Budget debate zeroes in on tax reform and who pays, an unintended consequence is being overlooked – policy settings that risk undermining charitable giving at a time Australia can least afford it.
Strengthening arts and cultural philanthropy: PA’s submission to the Australian Parliament’s committee inquiry
Thu, 30 Apr 2026
Philanthropy Australia has made a submission to the Australian Parliament’s Inquiry into Arts and Cultural Philanthropy, which is examining opportunities to grow philanthropic support for arts and culture.
Government misses another critical opportunity to encourage more giving in Australia
Thu, 26 Feb 2026
In response to the Australian Government’s announcement of an increase in the minimum distribution for Giving Funds, Philanthropy Australia has expressed concern that broader reforms critical to unlocking giving to charities have been sidelined.
Building an enabling environment for giving: Sharing Australian insights in Ireland
Fri, 12 Dec 2025
Philanthropy Australia’s Executive Director for Policy and Sector Development, Krystian Seibert, visited Dublin as a guest of Philanthropy Ireland in October. Giving News sat down with Krystian for chat about some highlights from the visit.
Unlock DGR: Unlocking Australia’s full giving potential
Fri, 28 Nov 2025
Justice Connect, the charity that delivers high-impact interventions to progress social justice has launched Unlock DGR, a campaign calling for urgent reform of Australia’s Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) system – the system that determines which charities can receive tax-deductible donations and philanthropic funding.
