Overview

Philanthropy Australia and Hands Across Canberra invite you to a special networking morning tea ahead of the Philanthropy Australia Leadership Summit in Canberra.

This informal gathering offers an opportunity to connect with peers in philanthropy, while reflecting on how the sector is evolving in a changing landscape.

The morning will feature a fireside chat with philanthropy expert and author Dr Genevieve Timmons, whose book Savvy Giving: A Roadmap to Contemporary Giving in Australia has been warmly received across the sector. Whether you're just starting out or have years of giving experience, Savvy Giving offers insights and inspiration for anyone committed to using philanthropic dollars to shape a better world.

Join us for an engaging conversation and Q&A with Genevieve, alongside light refreshments and the chance to connect with friends and colleagues from the ACT philanthropy community.

 

Event Details

Location: The Commonwealth Club Canberra, 25 Forster Cres, Yarralumla ACT 2600

Date: Tuesday, 5 August  2025 
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM AEST

Invited guests: This is an invitation-only event for ACT members of Philanthropy Australia and guests of Hands Across Canberra.
Please note: invitations are not transferable, and you do not need to be attending the Philanthropy Australia Leadership Summit to join this standalone gathering.

 

Guest speaker

Dr Genevieve Timmons - Philanthropic Executive, Genevieve Timmons & Associates

Genevieve was born in Naarm, Melbourne and raised in country Victoria on the lands of the Wotjebollock people.  In an extensive career Genevieve has pioneered approaches to contemporary philanthropy in Australia and New Zealand, working with over 50 individuals and organisations to secure optimal positioning and best impact for philanthropic giving. Her work has included exchange with global and local networks, monitoring emerging trends and challenges, leading innovation in establishment of giving programs, and development of strategic planning and policy.  

As philanthropic executive, Genevieve led the strategic management of the Reichstein Foundation and the Portland House Foundation, also working with the Naomi Milgrom Foundation and the Paul Ramsay Foundation.  As a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, Genevieve has served governance roles with numerous philanthropic, academic and not for profit boards. She is a Senior Fellow of Johns Hopkins International Fellows in Philanthropy (USA), a Fellow of Leadership Victoria, and Adjunct Professor at the Centre for Social Impact, Swinburne University.  Genevieve is a Director of TOM Melbourne and The Fellowship for Indigenous Leadership.

Genevieve was recognised for her contributions to philanthropy with an Honorary Doctorate from Swinburne University, and an Alumni Leadership Award from University of Melbourne. Delivering professional development is a highlight of Genevieve’s contributions, during a time when the philanthropic world is advancing and expanding significantly.  She has generated ground-breaking professional development and training materials for Australia and New Zealand as author of the Grantmaker’s Toolkit (NZ) and two editions of 'Savvy Giving'.

 

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Philanthropy Australia

Philanthropy Australia is the national peak body for philanthropy. Our members include trusts, foundations, families, individual donors, professional advisors, companies, intermediaries and not-for-profit organisations. Learn more here: philanthropy.org.au

 

Hands Across Canberra

Hands Across Canberra is the ACT's community foundation. Hands Across Canberra raises funds for Canberra's most vulnerable people, invests the money to make it grow, and gives it back in grants. Community foundations are about giving where you live, for the long-term benefit and enhancement of a community. Learn more here: handsacrosscanberra.org.au

 

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