Philanthropic donations play an indispensable role in supporting early-stage, basic research, often being a catalyst for the establishment of major research centres and initiatives. More >

Western Australia’s Andrew Lu is shaping a personal philanthropic path that supports Australia’s contemporary arts while preserving the country’s often forgotten artistic heritage. More >

On 11 & 12 September 2017, Australian funders, political leaders, and policy makers will meet at the heart of Australia’s political system in Canberra. Join the conversation. More >

This Hot Topic Webinar - in conjunction withith AEGN - will showcase some exciting food system initiatives and explore the ways philanthropy can support positive change to the food system. More >

Thank you to everyone who voted for the next Hot Topic Webinar. The topic for the September webinar will be Exposing the myths of philanthropy. More >

For decades, governments and other decision makers have framed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander affairs as a ‘problem’ to be solved writes Rod Reeve, Ninti One. More >

• Resilience through child-led philanthropy (ABC)
   
• Brains trust – Our experiment in a science future (Herald Sun)

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This week, we are featuring CSI Swinburne's Map for Impact project - a census and mapping exercise commissioned by the Victorian State Government to better understand Victoria’s social enterprise sector. More >

 Applications close soon for HMSTrust's $30,000 one-off grants for Education, Community, Arts & Culture, and Environment program areas. Also closing soon - Victoria Law Foundation's General Grant Round. More >

We are saddened to hear about the recent passing of Diana Ramsay AO, founder of The James and Diana Ramsay Foundation. More >

Jenna Liang, State Manager (NSW & ACT) and New Gen Manager, will be leaving us for greener pastures as she embarks on a new journey in her, already, esteemed career in philanthropy.  Jenna has accepted a regional Asia role in philanthropy based out of Hong Kong. More >

Research commissioned by the Prime Minister’s Community Business Partnership confirms collective giving as one of the most engaging & promising ways to grow philanthropy. More >

• Director, Partnerships
  VIC or NSW
  Social Ventures Australia
   
• Grants Specialist
  VIC
  Skilling Australia Foundation
   
• Head of Philanthropic Partnerships
  NSW
  Hello Sunday Morning
   
• Chief Philanthropy Officer
  NSW
  Sydney Symphony Orchestra 

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• Thursday 31 August
  Hot Topic Webinar
   
• Tuesday 5 September
  Disability Funder Network (Member event)
   
• 11 & 12 September
  Philanthropy Meets Parliament Summit 2017 
   
• Wednesday 13 September
  Courageous Change: Solving the root cause - with Daniel Lee, Levi Strauss Foundation (Member event)
   
• Thursday 14 September
  Make Failure Matter - with Daniel Lee (Member event)

• Tuesday 29 August
  Shifting the Dial on Impact Investment: TDi Breakfast Forum | VIC
   
• Tuesday 5 September
  PAFs webinar | Online
   
• 5 & 6 September
  Impact investing Field Trip
   
• Wednesday 6 September 
  LGBT homelessness project report launch
   
• Friday 8 September
  The Philanthropy Table

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