May. 28, 2019
Philanthropy Australia congratulates Prime Minister Scott Morrison and the Liberal National Coalition on their success in the 2019 federal election. We welcome the re-election of the Coalition Government and look forward to continuing to work with the government to strengthen Australia’s culture of giving. Philanthropy Australia especially welcomes the… Read more…
May. 21, 2019
For the first time in its 42-year history, the Philanthropy Australia board has elected two co-Chairs to lead the organisation following the retirement of outgoing Chair Alan Schwartz AM. Mr Schwartz announced his retirement at the organisation’s Annual General Meeting in Melbourne yesterday afternoon. Following Mr Schwartz’s announcement, the board… Read more…
May. 08, 2019
Philanthropy Australia welcomes today’s announcement of a comprehensive not-for-profit sector policy agenda by the Australian Labor Party. Philanthropy Australia CEO, Sarah Davies, said these commitments align closely with the organisation’s recently released ‘Policy Priorities for a More Giving Australia’. “Australia’s not-for-profit sector is focused on making Australia a more inclusive… Read more…
May. 03, 2019
Solve It, Australia! The Paul Ramsay Foundation, in collaboration with the Social Impact Hub and Philanthropy Australia, yesterday announced the launch of a groundbreaking $900,000 funding program that provides significant capacity building funds to five Australian organisations to develop solutions that address the root causes of disadvantage. The announcement was… Read more…
Apr. 15, 2019
Australia’s peak body for giving, Philanthropy Australia, is calling for a greater focus on philanthropy from both sides of politics in the lead up to this year’s Federal Election. The member-based organisation representing Australia’s philanthropic sector has released its ‘Federal Election Policy Priorities for a More Giving Australia’, through which… Read more…
Apr. 10, 2019
Feb. 15, 2019
Powerful charity coalition responds to Senate’s damning report on fundraising regulations
Dec. 04, 2018
Philanthropy Australia secures positive outcome enabling the charitable sectors right to advocate
Nov. 28, 2018
Nov. 20, 2018
Nov. 16, 2018
Sep. 27, 2018
Sensible Amendments to Electoral Disclosures Welcomed by Philanthropy Australia
Aug. 22, 2018
ACNC Legislation Review affirms powerful coalition’s calls for major reform of fundraising
Jul. 26, 2018
Nation’s most effective givers recognised at 2018 Philanthropy Awards
May. 01, 2018
Our new membership offering and the Better Giving Hub are live!
Mar. 12, 2018
Dec. 07, 2017
Statement Regarding the Appointment of the New ACNC Commissioner
Dec. 05, 2017
Nov. 20, 2017
Nationwide celebrations showcase impact of community and philanthropy partnerships
May. 22, 2017
Impact investing primed for growth in Australia & NZ - new Impact Investment Forum
May. 16, 2017
Apr. 06, 2017
Leading Australian philanthropists honoured at industry awards
Feb. 21, 2017
New grants to help not-for-profits and businesses explore and attract impact investment
Aug. 23, 2016
Apr. 29, 2016
Apr. 20, 2016
Philanthropy Australia Announces 2016 Philanthropy Award Winners
Mar. 04, 2016
Charities Commission will continue – a welcome announcement for all Australians
Feb. 29, 2016
NAB and Philanthropy Australia partner to unlock innovative investment in NFPs
Sep. 01, 2015
Australian first: Philanthropy & Government together in one-day Summit
May. 29, 2015
Apr. 01, 2015
Mar. 04, 2015
Nov. 25, 2014
Nov. 13, 2014
Oct. 20, 2014
Community Business Partnership a chance to take giving to the next level
Oct. 20, 2014
Oct. 01, 2014
The next generation of philanthropists maximise impact for the greater good
Sep. 03, 2014
Aug. 21, 2014
The Rich and Famous Join Forces to Champion Philanthropy in Australia
Jun. 17, 2014
Philanthropy Australia’s 2014 National Conference announcement
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