As part of the Capacity Building Hub, we are thrilled to bring together an insider’s guide to philanthropy - a free webinar to share insights and advice into the world of philanthropic fundraising.

Join Sue McKinnon (McKinnon Family Foundation) and Rathana Chea (Multicultural Leadership Initiative), together with Australian Progress Philanthropy Director, Cathy Kirwan, to understand philanthropic decision-making from a donor’s perspective, as well as approaches to extend your philanthropic relationships, tips on managing donor stewardship and more.

Learning Outcomes

Discover the most important criteria philanthropists use to decide when considering a large sum donation
Learn how to find philanthropists and attract their attention
Unearth what keeps a philanthropist dedication to an organisation or cause
Explore fundamental governance obligations when dealing with big dollar donors.

Speakers

Sue McKinnon - Director, McKinnon Family Foundation
Sue has a background in forensic accounting, lecturing in economics, and educating people about the complexities of poverty and the important role of grassroots community organising in making the voices of the oppressed heard through local and international advocacy. Sue is passionate about eliminating poverty and the health of our environment. She has been treasurer for a number of organisations and is the director of the McKinnon Family Foundation.
Rathana Chea - Co-founder, Multicultural Leadership Initiative
For over 25 years Rathana has been leading campaigns, building organisations and growing leaders that transform our world. Rathana’s expertise in coaching and mentoring other change-maker CEOs to help translate their ambitions into reality has garnered testimonials from some of today's most recognised change-makers. In 2022 Rathana co-founded his passion project, the Multicultural Leadership Initiative, a global network of NFPs working at the intersection between race, culture and climate change to empower and involve greater leadership from People of Colour in building a climate safe future that is fair and equitable for all.
Cathy Kirwan - Philanthropy Director, Australian Progress
Cathy has an extensive career in the not-for-profit sector spanning 25 years. Initially trained as a youth worker, she spent the early part of her career working in direct service in the homelessness and family violence sectors, providing case management to young people, women and families. Over the last 15 years Cathy’s work has focused exclusively on the areas of fundraising, marketing and communications for a diverse range of organisations including Safe and Equal, SisterWorks, Asylum Seeker Resource Centre, Strategic Grants and in her own consultancy practice.

Accessibility

This webinar will be run entirely online via Zoom. Please outline any access needs during registration and to enquire about how we can help you participate in the training, please contact Erica at erica@australianprogress.org.au.

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