An Introduction to 100 Women: Hope Rising

Hope Rising - Expanding diversity in philanthropy to support women and girls 

Join 100 Women for an interactive video call bringing together business and community to explore opportunities for growth, leadership, and collaboration in collective giving across Australia. Together we’re shaping a nation-wide, community-driven grants fund to support women and girls in Victoria, across Australia, and overseas - and we’d love your input on what this future could look like.

Where can everyday philanthropy spark the greatest change? And how can we invest to create lasting impact for women and girls?  How can we join together as a national community of givers to amplify funds and impact? 

Key discussion themes

• Key issues in Victoria: What are the key needs facing Victorian women and where are the opportunities for investment to support women and girls in areas of health, education, economic participation and safety? 

• Diversifying and democratising philanthropy: How can everyday philanthropy reshape who contributes, who decides, and how funds create change in Victoria?  Drawing on lessons from 12 years of impact through 100 Women we’ll explore opportunities to continue to challenge assumptions and reimagine philanthropy across Australia. 

• Voice and leadership: How can we elevate the perspectives of Melbourne women, nurture leadership at every level, and connect giving communities across Australia and beyond?  We’ll explore how to establish a Melbourne - based 100 Women committee to join with Perth, Brisbane and Sydney - creating a representative national giving community. 

About 100 Women:

100 Women Is A Collaborative Giving Circle That Transforms The Lives Of Women And Girls. 

Our growing network gathers people from all walks of life to amplify our collective giving power, fund life-changing projects and celebrate the difference we make in the lives of women and girls locally, nationally and globally.

Membership and Donations are tax deductible and 100% of donations go directly into our grants pool to fund projects that provide refuge, health, education and economic freedom for women and girls. And by giving our donors the opportunity to vote for projects, and see the impact of our grants first-hand, we create a meaningful giving experience.