Held in September 2022, the Social Enterprise Academic Symposium brought together academics, scholars, practitioners, students and educators with an interest in learning about emerging theory, teaching practice and social entrepreneurship in action. It was organised by the Australian Social Enterprise University Alliance and hosted at QUT. The symposium was held in partnership with the Social Enterprise…
We would love to hear from you on our 21st anniversary! This year ACPNS celebrates 21 years supporting the social impact sector! As part of the celebrations, we would like to invite YOU to write a short message about the difference ACPNS has made in your life. It can be anything you like. We’re especially interested…
ACPNS researchers Marie Balczun, Myles McGregor-Lowndes and Alexandra Williamson have just published their annual analysis of Ancillary Funds in Australia for the period 2019-2020. The intended purpose of an ancillary fund (or philanthropic foundation) is to act as an intermediary between donors and nonprofit organisations (not individuals) that can receive tax deductible donations. There are two…
Enjoy reading legal cases but short on time? The second quarterly summary for 2022 is now available! Researchers at ACPNS scan Australia and the world constantly for legal cases that involve important issues concerning charities, nonprofit organisations, philanthropy, gifts and bequests. Our Quarterly Case Note Summaries capture key legal cases in an easy-to-digest format for lawyers,…
Global narratives of educational philanthropy tend to emphasise the significant influence donors have in shaping public school policy and practice. In Australia, however, tax laws work to narrow the possibilities for philanthropy to exert influence over public schooling. Indeed, public schools (unlike private schools and Higher Education institutions) are unable to receive ‘direct’ philanthropic income, yet…
Are you looking to study with ACPNS in mid-2022? Well, we’ve got some great news! For the first time ever, ACPNS is offering two Myles Mcgregor-Lowndes mid-year scholarships for students commencing their studies in July 2022. But be quick – applications close 1 August 2022! The Myles McGregor-Lowndes Scholarship will cover 50% of the domestic tuition…
ACPNS is delighted to be partnering with Hand Heart Pocket and the Queensland Government to help build capability across the nonprofit and social sectors. Heavily subsidised courses for those working in philanthropy, nonprofit and social enterprise are now available, thanks to support from Hand Heart Pocket and the Queensland Government. Sara Parrott from Hand Heart Pocket recently…
Thank you for taking a moment of your time to make a significant impact for the future of community organisations! With YOUR help on #QUTGivingDay, we raised $10,151 and had the sixth-highest number of donors across the many QUT projects at 77 people! ACPNS donors helped us make an even bigger impact, unlocking a $2100 pledge…
Get ready to imagine what’s next On Wednesday, 25 May 2022, QUT will host its fourth Giving Day, a fundraiser to ‘Imagine what’s next’. ACPNS is celebrating its 21st anniversary this year and we invite you to join us in building a strong future for the sector in the decades to come. Watch this short video…
ACPNS was delighted to speak to Andrew Leigh about all things giving and philanthropy in a recent meeting at QUT. Andrew Leigh is the Shadow Assistant Minister for Treasury and Charities and the Federal Member for Fenner in the ACT. Prior to his election Andrew was a professor of economics at the Australian National University. Andrew…