Public edition #30 | 30 April 2026

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PA submission to Arts and Cultural Philanthropy Inquiry

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.

Powering the next frontier in medical research

Early and sustained backing from philanthropists who “invested ahead of certainty” led to the creation of a world-first leadership position in the emerging field of Spatial Medicine.

Five principles for employee engagement in giving

Employee engagement is increasingly recognised as a cornerstone of effective corporate social impact. While approaches vary, the most effective programs share a clear set of five underlying principles. Mary Chackola, Director of Engagement (VIC), shares insights from the most recent Corporate Giving Network.

Insider guides to the SA and Greater Sydney Giving Weeks

Next week marks an exciting moment for generosity in Australia, with inaugural Giving Weeks taking place in South Australia and in Greater Sydney. Our Directors of Engagement, Jodi Farley and Bella Conyngham, have prepared an insider’s guide for Giving News.

Conference Field Trip Friday now open for registrations

Registrations are now open for Field Trip Friday. These excursions, added to the Conference 2026 program, will help delegates to connect more deeply with each other and place.

Introducing our inaugural Conference Patrons

As the Philanthropy Australia Conference in Brisbane this September draws closer, we are honoured to introduce Tim Fairfax AC and Gina Fairfax AC as our inaugural Patrons.

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