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National rapid-response research program to guide for-purpose sector through COVID-19

Pearl Dy May 7, 2020

The Centre for Social Impact (CSI) announced the launch of a national research program: Pulse of the For-Purpose Sector & Building Back Better. This large, national program has multiple aims in the context of COVID-19

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Charities, philanthropy, third sector, Featured

Changes to JobKeeper scheme for charities a positive step forward

Pearl Dy April 27, 2020

Charities have welcomed the Federal Government’s latest changes to the JobKeeper scheme which broaden the scope for charities to claim support. This is a significant and positive step for the not-for-profit sector.

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philanthropy, third sector, Health, Marketing, Associations, Latest Appointments

International FMCG marketing expert appointed to PCFA National Board

Pearl Dy April 24, 2020

Marketing and innovation expert Nicki Anderson has been appointed to the National Board of Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia (PCFA), bringing a new level of strategic insight to the organisation’s governance.

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Policy, Regulations, philanthropy, third sector

Free support program launches to help social sector organisations reset

Tooka Myanga April 23, 2020

A free online support and advice program designed specifically for social purpose organisations has been launched through a new partnership between The Xfactor Collective and Equity Trustees.

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partnership, Charities, philanthropy, Partnerships, third sector

Caring for Carers: a new support program for volunteer wildlife carers

Pearl Dy April 21, 2020

The Foundation for National Parks and Wildlife’s volunteer rescue program, Wildlife Heroes and wildlife carer not-for-profit, Two Green Threads have partnered to create a dedicated Caring for Carers program to support the mental health of over 10,000 ...

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Donors, philanthropy, Partnerships, third sector

Consumer goods company commits $1 million in disinfectant products to Meals on Wheels

Pearl Dy April 9, 2020

Elderly Australians and volunteer network to receive essential hygiene products as part of program.

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Grants, Charities, philanthropy, Fundraising, covid-19, Funding

New grant support for frontline community organisations announced

Pearl Dy April 7, 2020

Ecstra Foundation has launched the $3,000,000 Response and Recovery Grant round, aimed at those organisations on the financial frontline.

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covid-19, Business, Charities, philanthropy, Featured

Australian Philanthropy’s response to the COVID-19 Crisis

Pearl Dy April 7, 2020

Australian philanthropic funders have signalled they will adapt eleven key principles within their own funding context to support grantees and partners through this uncertain and challenging time.

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Grants, Finance, covid-19, Funding, Foundation, philanthropy, third sector, Featured

Foundation allocates $9 million to support the fight against COVID-19

Pearl Dy March 24, 2020

The Paul Ramsay Foundation announced $9 million in its first tranche of grants to fight against COVID-19 through scientific research and to support its existing

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Fundraising, philanthropy, third sector

Equity Trustees establishes Australian charitable trusts to support national disaster recovery

Pearl Dy February 11, 2020

Australia’s leading trustee company, Equity Trustees, has completed the establishment of two perpetual charitable trusts designed specifically to support people and communities around the country to recover

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