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Latest sector news
NFPs need to work together to survive 2024 and beyond
There are quite a few great examples given in this article to help Not-for-Profits (NFPS) think of new strategies for 2024. Australian not-for-profit experts say collaboration, mergers, new technology, artificial intelligence, better training and advanced financial management will help NFPs face any challenges of 2024.
Read more: https://www.communitydirectors.com.au/articles/nfps-need-to-work-together-to-survive-2024-and-beyond
Better Philanthropy Telescope Survey
Philanthropy Australia conducted the Better Philanthropy Telescope survey for the second year which helps to identify the trends, issues and opportunities in the sector from both the funders and the recipients of philanthropic funding. 116 people, from across Australia and from various organisations responded to our survey with approximately 46% of the respondents were funders, 40% were not-for-profits and the remaining comprised of professional advisers, consultants and others.
Reviewing your reserves: Finding the right level for your not-for-profit – From BDO New Zealand
A frank and honest article discussing the needs for cash reserves for not for profit organisations, which COVID has certainly helped us to understand.
Where ambition and innovation meet: The Koda endowment
We loved this article about Koda Capital setting up their own endowment fund. Koda turned the spotlight on its own giving aspirations and created a way for their staff and families to give to organisations they are passionate about.
11 Trends in philanthropy for 2024
Always wanting to know what is happening around the world in philanthropy and funding, this article helps to understand giving in the USA.
Read more: https://johnsoncenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/11-Trends-for-2024-Report.pdf
Funder updates
Some more annual reports from funders have been released. These are great resources to help you understand their motivation for giving and who they give to.
Minderoo 2023 annul report
Read more: https://report.minderoo.org/2023/
Australian Communities Foundation 2022/23 report
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