Philanthropy Weekly No images? Click here Behind First Nations’ scholarships is hope for deeper change A quick scan of the Balnaves Foundation’s history of supporting First Nations people reveals a long-standing commitment to help shape positive outcomes: 12 years ago, it started funding Indigenous Medicine Scholarships at the University of NSW, recognising that financial disadvantage was a challenge for some Indigenous students. Now, the Foundation is supporting the National Institute of Dramatic Art with a scholarship for First Nations students: from medicine to the arts, all through the prism of supporting talented First Nations students to find and build a career. Image: Trustees from The Balnaves Foundation with Professor Megan Davis (centre) holding the Uluru Statement from the Heart Register to attend the Australian Philanthropy Awards 2021 here. NEWSROOMBLOG: Unique collaboration for new donor model In this week's blog Phil Lowther, CEO at Rippling, discusses how bringing together four charities aims to create a social enterprise that becomes the most cost-efficient sustainable donor acquisition option in the country. MEMBERSHIP NEWS: Welcome Amanda Williams as our new State Manager for QLD and NT We are delighted to welcome Amanda Williams as our new State Manager for QLD and NT. Amanda has worked in a variety of fundraising and external relations leadership roles both in Queensland and in the UK, and is excited about the opportunity of enhancing and strengthening the philanthropic sector within Queensland as part of Philanthropy Australia’s national aspiration to double giving by 2030. We are thrilled to welcome Amanda to the team. NEWS: Crypto philanthropy hits new peak A $4.9 million (AUD) gift to international medical humanitarian organisation Médecins Sans Frontieres /Doctors Without Borders has become the largest known cryptocurrency charity donation realised from a non-fungible token project. GRANTS & OPPORTUNITIESSpring Small Grant Round now open Stand Like Stone's Spring Small Grant Round is now open. Organisations can apply for grants of up to $10,000 for charitable projects that benefit the Limestone Coast communities. Applications close 31 October 2021. PHILANTHROPY AUSTRALIA EVENTSNEXT WEEK: Operationalising Indigenous Data Sovereignty Data colonisation and extractive data practices are a concern for Indigenous communities across Australia and, globally, data has been weaponised against Indigenous peoples. The solution is to move towards true Indigenous Data Sovereignty to facilitate Indigenous-led governance for First Nations communities. In this session, we will speak to some of those who are leading the way to explore the work being done, what the challenges are and what needs to happen. This event is presented by Philanthropy Australia and Seer Data & Analytics and is open to all PA members and the general public. Date: 19 October 2021 Changing the Trajectory – Investing in Women for a Fairer Future The ongoing impact of COVID-19 continues to affect women disproportionately, particularly young women. Australians Investing In Women has commissioned further research from Equity Economics to examine the latest data on employment, education and skills through a gender lens. Date: 26 October 2021 SECTOR EVENTSLeukaemia Foundation - Light the Night fundraising event The Leukaemia Foundation invites every person whose life has been touched by blood cancer to be part of Light the Night this Saturday 16 October. For the second year, Light the Night will be offered virtually with thousands of Australians, from every corner of the country, expected to light up the night skies from their backyards, loungerooms and hospital wards. Good2Give and CAF Worldwide Symposium on Philanthropy The first ever CAF Worldwide Symposium on Philanthropy will cover current trends in global giving and dive deep into how a philanthropic mindset has the power to change the world. You will have access to inspiring insights, engaging speakers, robust debate and more. With the ability to dip in and out of the sessions of your choice, the content can be consumed around what is most relevant and engaging to your specific interests. JOB VACANCIESSenior Grants Coordinator Crows Nest, NSW | Good2Give Part-time Executive Officer Shepparton, VIC | Fairley Foundation IN THE NEWSRoyal Far West’s Bushfire Recovery Program wins prestigious award We would like to acknowledge and thank our partners for their generous support. Something to share? |