Public edition #7 | 2 May 2025

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Shifting practice: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Funders reporting survey results

Philanthropy Australia has published findings from Australia's first ever Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Funders Reporting Survey. The results establish vital benchmark findings – and key challenges for the sector and beyond.

'Listen, learn and see where we can assist': international giving at its heart

Thanks to an introduction by the Australian International Development Network (AIDN), Giving News had a chat with Anna and Darrell Wade. Darrell is Chair and Non-Executive Director of the Intrepid Foundation and co-founded Intrepid Travel. Anna has worked with the Intrepid Foundation for more than 17 years, progressing campaigns on issues including animal welfare, human rights and economic empowerment.

Political parties suggest support for further DGR reform, and more, in next parliament

Ahead of tomorrow’s federal election, it was pleasing to see deductible gift recipient (DGR) system reform discussed by speakers from both main political parties at a community sector event in Canberra last week. The reform is a high priority for Philanthropy Australia, writes Krystian Seibert, Executive Director, Policy and Sector Development.

Transform grantmaking through evaluation and impact measurement

If you’re a funder who wants to make evaluation of your grantmaking more effective, transparent and impactful, an upcoming event in Melbourne is a must. This immersive, face-to-face workshop, co-hosted by SmartyGrants and Philanthropy Australia’s LEAF initiative, is designed to take your evaluation skills to the next level.

Calling all leaders! Here's the Summit 'for our times'

Why a Leadership Summit and why now? Because there’s never been a more important time for a robust examination of leadership in all its forms. Think inspiring talks, candid conversations and lots of opportunities for questions and interaction. Express your interest to attend!
Philanthropy Australia’s re-imagined Canberra Summit runs this 5-7 August.

As we approach the end of the financial year, Philanthropy Australia shares a set of resources for professional advisers interested in learning how to engage their clients on giving. These include a CPD accredited guide, short explainer videos, a quick Q&A tool to explore what giving options would suit your client and list of professional adviser members of PA that offer services such as philanthropy strategy and setting up structures.

The Australian Environmental Grantmakers Network (AEGN) recently released its comprehensive Environment and Climate Change Giving Trends Report, revealing both promising growth and concerning plateaus in philanthropy directed toward climate change and environmental initiatives globally and in Australia. 

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Philanthropy Australia acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.