BRISBANE FPA Keynote Series - OCT 2025 - The evolving landscape of Philanthropy and funder expectations

Join us for The Evolving Landscape of Philanthropy and Funder Expectations – a session not to be missed, offering invaluable insights into the future of giving and what it means for your organisation.

With an unprecedented transgenerational wealth transfer underway, and the rapid growth of PAFs, PuAFs, Community Foundations, Sub-Funds and Donor Advised Funds, the funding environment is becoming both more complex and more promising. To thrive, charities must adapt their approaches, strengthen reporting, and build trusted donor relationships.

In this engaging and interactive session, facilitated by Jo Garner, CEO and Founder of Strategic Grants, and Tara Castle, CEO of Qld Gives by Queensland Community Foundation, leaders will explore the new realities of philanthropy and how funder expectations are evolving. The conversation will highlight what charities need to know to secure funding and thrive, with plenty of time for audience questions and open discussion.

Practical tools to take away include:

• Insights into the transgenerational wealth transfer and its impact on philanthropy

• Understanding the growth and role of PAFs, PuAFs, Community Foundations, Sub-Funds, and Donor Advised Funds

• Clarity on recent government legislation changes and their implications for Community Foundations

• Best practice advice from QLD Gives on acquitting, reporting, and building trusted donor relationships

• What’s next for philanthropy in Queensland and how to prepare your organisation

• Practical strategies to secure sustainable funding in an evolving landscape

Following the keynote, you’ll also have the opportunity to connect and network with like-minded leaders over lunch.

This is a free event - registration is essential. We look forward to seeing you there!

The October Brisbane Keynote will be expertly facilitated by:

Jo Garner| CEO and Founder of Strategic Grants

Jo established Strategic Grants in 2009 and later launched GEMS – now Australia and New Zealand’s largest online grant-seeking management system. She leads a team of 25 dedicated to building the capacity of for-purpose organisations and helping them secure funding to achieve their missions.

With a background in business, marketing, IT and fundraising, Jo has supported hundreds of organisations through effective funding and engagement strategies. A sought-after presenter at philanthropy and fundraising conferences, she is known for her engaging training style and strategic facilitation.

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Tara Castle | CEO of Qld Gives by Queensland Community Foundation

Tara is well known as the face of Queensland Gives within the Not for Profit sector and is passionate about spreading our message of giving today, tomorrow and forever.

As Queensland Gives’ CEO she drives the organisation forward by representing Queensland Gives to government, corporates and individuals building partnerships and connecting groups that she knows will do great work together. She is the strategic force behind the organisation with a firm eye on ensuring that Queensland Gives remains at the forefront of giving within our state for generations to come.

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