Philanthropy Weekly No images? Click here Issue #217 | 16 January 2019 The Bushfire Crisis: Philanthropy's ResponsibilityWe welcome everyone back from a holiday period that was difficult for all and devastating for many. To help you contribute to the ongoing bushfire support effort, we have compiled a list of organisations, funds and appeals that members and supporters may wish to consider giving to during this critical time of immediate response. The philanthropic community has a significant role to play in providing this short-term relief. Beyond that, we also have a unique opportunity to tackle the escalating frequency and ferocity of bushfires by driving long-term advocacy, resilience-building and critical, complex sustainable system change. A leading voice in this conversation is the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR). In our blog this week, FRRR CEO, Natalie Egleton, highlights the importance of taking a longer-term approach to rebuilding our devasted communities on their own terms. NEWSROOMTaking a different route to bold grantmaking What’s the best career path to follow to ensure you end up in philanthropy? How does rest-of-the-world experience inform an understanding of how best to grow philanthropy? Whatever the route others have taken, it’s a fair bet that Niall Fay’s journey to CEO of the Fay Fuller Foundation is as distinct as it is intriguing. We are hiring! Three new roles available We are pleased to announce that we are starting the year with growth by hiring for three newly created roles to join the Philanthropy Australia team, including;
Find out everything you need to know about each role below. FUNDINGNew community grants in Victoria The Bank of Melbourne has recently opened the first round of their Community Grants program, to support not-for-profits that are benefiting Victorian communities with grants of up to $50,000. Find more about eligibility and the application process below. RESOURCESLast chance! Take part in the 2020 Australian impact investment survey The Responsible Investment Association Australasia is conducting the 2020 Australian Impact Investment Survey. Whether you’re an active impact investor or not, RIAA is keen to hear from you to inform impact investing market development in Australia. The survey closes 17 January. EVENTSJOB VACANCIESPartnerships Executive Melbourne, VIC | Philanthropy Australia Policy & Research Officer Melbourne, VIC | Philanthropy Australia Marketing Officer Melbourne, VIC | Philanthropy Australia Philanthropy Coordinator Sydney, NSW | Sydney Film Festival Fundraising Committee Chair Ballarat, VIC | The Sovereign Hill Museums Association Head of Fundraising and Membership Ballarat, VIC | The Sovereign Hill Museums Association Director of Philanthropic Development Canberra, ACT | Canberra Grammar School IN THE NEWSWhy Celeste Barber's bushfire fundraiser is more complicated than it seems ABC | 15 Jan 2020 Something to share? |