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Scholarships

Philanthropy Australia is offering a limited number of scholarships for the 2026 Conference, made possible through the support of our Conference partners and community. 

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 The scholarship program aims to deepen equitable access, increasing the diversity of voices represented and ensure the Conference reflects the richness of our sector. Scholarships cover the cost of full registration for the core Conference days (8-10 September 2026) and are available to people who may otherwise face barriers to attending.  

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Please note that travel and accommodation costs are not included, and scholarships do not cover sessions outside the main Conference program, including Masterclass Monday and Field Trip Friday. 

Apply for a scholarship

We warmly welcome applications from people who meet criteria 1, and at least one of the items from criteria 2. You do not need to be a Philanthropy Australia member to apply. 

​​Applications close at midnight on Thursday 16 April 2026 with outcomes communicated to applicants at the end of April.

Scholarship eligibility criteria

1. Financial need 

​Applicants:

  • Are experiencing financial barriers to attending the Conference. 

2. Lived experience, representation and sector diversity

Applicants identify with one or more of the following:

  • Identify as First Nations 

  • Are from a refugee or asylum seeker background 

  • Are a person of colour 

  • Live with disability 

  • Identify as LGBTQI+ 

  • Work at a grassroots or community-led not-for-profit that meets the ACNC definition of a small charity (annual revenue under $500,000) 

  • Are under 30 years of age 

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