2026 Queensland Philanthropy Week

Hosted by: Impact Boom

Venue: Officeworks Adelaide Street

Join Brisbane’s purpose-driven business community for an insightful day tour exploring a range of social enterprises and impact-driven organisations north of the river.

Impact Boom and the Business for Good Network (BFGN) have partnered with AMP Foundation and River North Community Foundation to create this excellent opportunity to hear from the founders of a range of impactful enterprises, see what’s happening on the ground, expand your network and learn from key stakeholders across the ecosystem.

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Hosted by: Deloitte

Audience: Invitation only

A morning of movement, connection, and conversation with fellow NFP CEOs, as we look ahead to Queensland’s most inspiring week of giving.

As a major sponsor of Queensland Philanthropy Week, Deloitte invites you to a guided yoga session led by Nat Cook OAM OLY (Health & Wellbeing Queensland) and the AWE team, followed by a light breakfast and the opportunity to connect with peers across the sector.

Hosted by: QCoal Foundation

Resilient regional communities are built on the pillars of health, education and liveability. QCoal Foundation develops programs in conjunction with communities across Queensland to deliver sustainable improvements over the long term.

In developing our programs the QCoal Foundation applies a social venture approach based on identifying community needs, supporting the development and trial of innovative solutions and capturing data during the trial phase to measure the effectiveness of the solution and track real community improvements over time. The trial results are then used as the basis to achieve a sustainable operating model to ensure the solution continues to deliver improvements over the long term.

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Host: Sapphire Committe

Location: Glo House

The Sapphire Committee emulates its namesake jewel, fittingly, Queensland’s official state gem. Behind the elegance and style of a sapphire, the gemstone is a representation of clarity and integrity. This sentiment applies to the Sapphire Committee. A talented and dedicated collective of modern philanthropists with purpose: to create meaningful and lasting change for future generations. The committee raises funds for the Children’s Hospital Foundation to enable research and innovation, promote a legacy of support and care, and make an indelible impact on the children’s health landscape in Queensland.

Inspired by Brisbane after dark, this year’s Sapphire Gala will unfold in an elevated botanical setting featuring deep moss, warm tones, soft ivory and metallic accents, with florals that feel grown, never arranged.

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Hosted by: Queensland Gives

Venue: Queensland Parliament House

Audience: Invitation only

The Honourable Patrick Weir MP, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Queensland, and The Honourable Margaret McMurdo AC, Chair of the Queensland Community Foundation’s Board of Governors, warmly invite you to an exclusive evening at Parliament House to launch the 2026 Queensland Philanthropy Week!

The Speaker will warmly welcome us for drinks and canapés as we celebrate the heart of giving in Queensland. This special occasion brings together the 2026 Queensland Philanthropy Awards nominees, the 2026 Queensland Community Photo Challenge finalists, this year’s grant recipients, past Philanthropists of the Year, award judges, and our invaluable sponsors—the champions of generosity who make it all happen.

Hosted by: Australian Communities Foundation

Venue: TBC

A practical, high‑value overview of structured giving for accountants, lawyers, and wealth advisors. Learn from leading philanthropic experts to support your client relationships, strengthen your advisory practice and support positive change across Australia.

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Hosted by: The Funding Network

TFN is Australia’s largest collective giving movement. They build bridges between business, philanthropy and the social sector, transforming compassion into action. They enable grassroots non-profits and social enterprises to access the capital, skills, connections and visibility they need to thrive.

Alongside their flagship live collective giving events, they offer their event model and impact storytelling workshops to the broader philanthropic sector, companies and government. This generates earned income for TFN, reduces reliance on philanthropic funding, and deepens a culture of giving right across Australia.

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Hosted by: Ready Communities

Many community initiatives begin with strong ideas and generous funding, yet some gain momentum while others struggle to take hold. In regional communities this challenge can be amplified by distance, smaller local ecosystems and limited access to support. While philanthropy is increasingly interested in supporting regional Australia, the options often sit at two extremes: flying in experts for short interventions or committing to long and cost intensive place-based programs.

This session introduces the readiness approach, shares case studies and insights from our work with regional communities, and highlights new initiatives beginning in Queensland this year. Participants will explore how strengthening these foundations can help communities become investment ready and translate ideas and funding into lasting impact.

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Hosted by: Transitcare

Venue: Brisbane Powerhouse

We are incredibly fortunate to welcome keynote speaker Matt Formston. Matt’s extraordinary journey spans surfing giant waves as a legally blind athlete with just 2% vision, to starring in the acclaimed Netflix documentary The Blind Sea.

A Paralympian, four-time World Champion Surfer, and multiple World Champion Cyclist with international gold medals, Matt has also built a distinguished corporate career as a senior executive, board director, and experienced chair. Recognised as a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) and holder of the Guinness World Record for the largest wave surfed by a para surfer, he continues to redefine what’s possible, break barriers, and inspire audiences worldwide.

The keynote will be followed by a dynamic panel conversation, bringing together leaders and experts to further explore the topic and share insights on the future of connected, inclusive communities.

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Hosted by: Philanthropy Australia

Venue: Tattersall’s Club, Tattersall’s Arcade, 215 Queen St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

Audience: Open to all

Working in rural and remote communities can feel isolating, with long distances and fewer opportunities to connect in person. This relaxed networking breakfast offers a simple, welcoming way to meet peers, swap insights, and share what’s happening on the ground. Open to members and non‑members, and to both funders and not‑for‑profits, the morning is all about conversation and connection rather than presentations or panels. Come along to meet new people, strengthen existing relationships, and be part of a growing community focused on rural and remote impact.

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Hosted by: Philanthropy Australia

Venue: McCulloch Robertson, Level 11, 66 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

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Hosted by: Australian Communities Foundation

Venue: TBC

Discover how generosity can strengthen family relationships, bridge generational divides, and how to pass on values of charity, kindness, and philanthropy to future generations. This session explores practical ways to weave giving into your family culture – so every generation is inspired to make a positive impact.

This session will explore:

• How generosity and philanthropy can deepen family bonds across generations
• Ways to translate your family’s unique story into a catalyst for meaningful, positive change
• Practical, easy-to-use tools and conversation starters you can use to start engaging your family right away.

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Hosted by: Queensland Environment Day

Join environmental not-for-profits, philanthropists and influencers for a panel conversation followed by drinks and canapes at Queensland Museum Kurilpa Theatre and Foyer.

Queensland Environment Day inspires Queenslanders to create lasting change – starting in their own backyards.

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Hosted by: Australian Wildlife Conservancy, Great Barrier Reef Foundation, RSPCA Queensland

Venue: McCullough Robertson, Level 11, 66 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000

Audience: Individuals, organisations and families interested in supporting environmental initiatives through philanthropic giving.

Meet the teams driving innovative outcomes for Queensland’s environment.

Queensland’s unique landscapes, wildlife and ecosystems face unprecedented threats – but there is hope. Across the state, innovative conservation projects are using cutting-edge science to deliver measurable gains for nature, showing that with the right investment we can protect species, restore ecosystems, and secure our environmental future.

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Hosted by: Queensland Gives

Venue: Brisbane City Hall

Join us at Brisbane City Hall on Friday 5 June for a powerful celebration of generosity, impact and community.

Bringing together leaders from across government, business and the community sector, this prestigious luncheon recognises the individuals and organisations shaping a more connected Queensland.

Guiding us through the day are iconic Queensland duo Ben Ikin and Ben “Dobbo” Dobbin. Long-time colleagues and friends, Ben and Ben will bring humour, insight and a genuine passion for community and philanthropy to the stage.

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