This is a funder only event.
On 26th May RACQ are launching a bold new community impact strategy and $100m Community Fund. This Queensland Funders Peer Network session will explore how RACQ is shaping its next chapter and what it means to move towards a more intentional profit-for-purpose model with longer-term planning, patient capital and collaborative approaches for greater collective impact.
We will hear from MJ Bellotti, RACQ’s Chief Executive Community, about the shifts underway at RACQ and the implications for Qld communities and funders.
We will also be joined by Karen Wiik, Assistant Under Treasurer at Office for Social Impact, who will provide an update on the status of OSI’s impact investment initiatives in the Social Enterprise and Impact Investing Roadmap 2025, including collaboration and co-investment opportunities for philanthropy.
To conclude the session, we will update attendees on the Philanthropy Australia Conference hosted in Brisbane 7-11 September with a focus on how you can benefit and be involved.
10:00am, Thursday 18 June 2026
This event will be held in-person in Brisbane and online.
Time: 10:00am - 11:30am AEST
Venue: Clayton Utz, Level 28 Riparian Plaza, 71 Eagle St, Brisbane City QLD 4000.
In-person format: 1 hour meeting and discussion followed by 30-minute networking.
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am AEST
Online format: 1 hour meeting. Virtual meeting link will be provided after registration.
This event is for Queensland Funders Peer Network members.
We welcome funders and partners engaged in community investment and social impact across Queensland, who are Engage or Impact Members. If you would like to bring a funder-focused guest, please reach out to stephanie@philanthropy.org.au.
MJ Bellotti, Chief Executive Community - RACQ
Karen Wiik, Assistant Under Treasurer - Office for Social Impact
Qld Engagement Team
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Kim Harland - Senior Director of Engagement (QLD & NT), Philanthropy Australia
Kim Harland is a strategic leader with expertise in philanthropy, stakeholder engagement, and business development in the for-purpose sector. As Director, Engagement (QLD/NT) at Philanthropy Australia, she plays a key role in strengthening member engagement, fostering partnerships, and driving impact across the philanthropic landscape.
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With over 20 years of experience spanning multi-generational family business and the not-for-profit sector, Kim has a track record in growing engagement, enhancing brand visibility, and optimising operations. She is passionate about building strong, connected communities and supporting the philanthropic visions of individuals and organisations in Queensland and the Northern Territory.
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Kim leads our Arts Funders Peer Network and is on the board of Rosies – Friends on the Street, a charity providing support and acceptance to individuals experiencing homelessness.
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