Member edition #28 | 2 April 2026

Giving News

Why philanthropy matters to Western Australia's economy

The first ever snapshot of philanthropy in Western Australia offers insight into who gives, how they give, and why. It also shows that nurturing even greater philanthropic capability in WA will unlock more social and economic value, writes Maree Sidey, CEO, Philanthropy Australia.

Giving in WA: New report reveals a strong and growing culture of generosity

Philanthropy Australia, in conjunction with the Centre for Social Impact at The University of Western Australia, has launched the first Western Australia Snapshot of Giving Study. The report reveals a strong culture of generosity across the state and highlights clear opportunities to support long-term community impact.

Why Gen X's 'quiet inheritor' status deserves your attention

In the second of a Giving News series on the intergenerational wealth transfer, guest contributor Kate Stone of Australian Philanthropic Services explains why Generation X is actually at the forefront of wealth transfer, and why we need to consider this group’s life stage pressures to harness the full potential of philanthropy over the next decade.

Conference scholarships spark belonging, confidence and impact

Receiving a scholarship to the 2024 Philanthropy Australia Conference was a personal and professional turning point for Em Scott and Brenda Gaddi, both CEOs of small not-for-profits focused on equity and inclusion. They told Giving News that the new connections and thinking sparked at the Conference made their leadership more effective and their organisations more successful.

Backing the Blue Pacific: A call for Australian philanthropy

Australia’s closest neighbours face some of the world’s most urgent climate and development challenges. Yet the Pacific receives only a small share of Australian, and global, philanthropic funding. Guest contributors Amy Armstrong, Beth Sargent and Heather Wrathall outline why 2026 presents timely opportunities to support Pacific-led solutions that strengthen communities and safeguard globally significant ecosystems.

Philanthropy Australia Events

State of Philanthropy Insight Series 2026

Philanthropy Australia Chair Darrell Wade, CEO Maree Sidey and keynote speaker Heather Grady from Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors will bring global insights together with local experience, offering new perspectives, meaningful connections and deeper understanding of the current forces influencing philanthropy.

Perth: Thursday 30 April 2026

10:00am - 1:00pm AWST

Hobart: Monday 4 May 2026

1:00pm - 4:00pm AEST

Melbourne: Tuesday 5 May 2026

3:00pm - 6:00pm AEST

Adelaide: Thursday 7 May 2026

2:00pm - 5:00pm ACST

Brisbane: Monday 11 May 2026

3:00pm - 6:00pm AEST

Sydney: Wednesday 13 May 2026

9:00am - 12:00pm AEST

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