Want to help accelerate social innovation in NSW?

The grand challenges of our time, such as unequal access to education, injustice, addiction, and social exclusion, can't be solved by single solutions working in isolation. 10x10 is where people who care about social innovation come to connect, and this event is hosted by a committee of volunteers! Join us on Thursday 18 June 2026 for a shark-tank style pitch and crowdfunding event to support three exceptional early-stage not-for-profit organisations (NFPs) innovating to solve social challenges in NSW.

The three NFPs we'll be supporting are:

Foster the Future helps young people in out-of-home care improve their education outcomes and life trajectories. Through consistent one-on-one tutoring and mentorship from trained volunteers, the organisation builds stable relationships that help students stay engaged in school, grow their confidence and reach their full potential. Grounded in the experiences of young people in care and designed to address a critical gap in academic support, this NFP is creating a scalable, community-driven model to break cycles of disadvantage and build brighter futures.
Grata Fund removes the financial barriers that stop everyday people from challenging unjust laws and policies. By backing strategic public interest cases and working closely with communities, pro bono lawyers and civil society groups, this NFP brings matters to court that would otherwise be out of reach. It prioritises cases with the power to set precedents, shift systems, and strengthen accountability. As Australia's first NFP litigation fund, it ensures access to justice is not determined by wealth.
Autism Swim supports autistic individuals and people with diverse abilities in safely accessing and participating in aquatic environments. Through its clinician-developed Neurodiversity & Aquatics Certification, this NFP equips aquatic providers with the skills to support participants who are too often excluded from mainstream services. Autism Swim creates pathways for people to learn vital water-safety skills in environments designed for their needs. As the first organisation of its kind globally, it works to reduce drowning risk and make aquatic spaces inclusive for all.

Donate to attend and help make a difference

A $100 tax-deductible donation gets you access to the event and straight into the action! Upon arrival, you'll receive two $50 'pledge tokens' - you'll select and donate your tokens to the organisation that resonates with you most on the night to support their growth and impact.

Feeling inspired to do more? You can 10x your impact with a $1,000 tax-deductible donation - supercharging support for the causes you care about/

On the night, you'll also enjoy complimentary drinks and nibbles thanks to our generous sponsors, networking opportunities and an exciting live auction.

How the shark-tank style event works:

Arrive for networking with values-aligned professionals
Listen to 3 innovative NFPs pitch for 5 minutes each
Hear the questioning from our 'Sharks for Good' who help unpack the mission, business model and sustainability
Join in the conversation by asking your own questions of the NFPs
Vote for your preferred organisation with your x2 $50 tokens
Engage with further fundraising by getting involved with the raffles and auctions.

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What is 10x10?

10x10 is a not-for-profit working to accelerate social innovation in Australia. We do this by supporting early-stage social enterprises tackling some of the country's most pressing challenges. 10x10 identifies and amplifies high-impact NFPs doing amazing work in their communities, often with limited resources and recognition. Through curated live crowdfunding events, we give these changemakers the platform and support they need to grow their impact. These events raise critical seed funding, while 10x10 works with philanthropic partners to unlock multi-year and multi-figure pathways for scale.

Who we support
The organisations we support punch above their weight. They’re under seven years old, have revenue less than AUD3M and are using innovative solutions to solve societal challenges across cause areas, including domestic violence, homelessness, recidivism, mental health, accessibility and food insecurity.

Some examples of organisations we've supported that have gone on to do big things include OrangeSky Laundry, Confit Pathways and This Is A Conversation Starter (TIACS).

Can't attend but interested in getting involved?
➡️ Donate to support through this Humanitix link

➡️ Volunteer for the next committee

➡️ Sponsor the event with your company

➡️ Advocate for the NFPs by sharing their work with your network or connecting them with potential donors, pro bono support, partners or industry contacts.

Contact events@10x10philanthropy.com

Thanks to our partners for making this event possible.
10x10 is grateful to our volunteer committees and partners who play a crucial role in supporting our work to help accelerate social innovation in Australia.

10% of funds raised go towards supporting the work of 10x10 to enable us to continue to identify and support early-stage NFPs across Australia.

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Please note that photography and videography will take place at this event for 10x10 promotional, reporting and post-event communications. If you would prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please let a member of the 10x10 team know when you arrive.

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