Philanthropy Australia Membership Application

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Types of Membership

Philanthropy Australia offers two categories of Membership - Full and Associate.

Every single membership strengthens Philanthropy Australia's capacity to represent and support the philanthropic sector.

» Please note that customers subscribing to the Australian Directory of Philanthropy Online and the Resource Centre are classified as Subscribers.

Full Membership

Full Membership is open to bodies who are significantly involved in the practice of grantmaking or community investment.

Fees for Full Members are based on the total philanthropic disbursements made in a financial year.

Full Membership Fees Breakdown
Individual Philanthropists (who do not give through a foundation)	$1,210 (includes $110 GST) per annum
Organisations contributing $500,000 and under per annum	$1,210 (includes $110 GST) per annum
Organisations contributing between $500,000 and $1 Million per annum	$2,200 (includes $200 GST) per annum
Organisations contributing $1 Million and over per annum	$6,050 (includes $550 GST) per annum

Leading Membership

Leading Members make a substantial contribution to the promotion and support of giving in Australia through a significant medium-term investment in Philanthropy Australia's mission. Organisations interested in becoming a Leading Member should contact Philanthropy Australia's CEO.

Associate Membership

Associate Membership is open to charitable organisations seeking funding from philanthropic sources.

Associate Fees Breakdown
Associate Membership	$1,320 (includes GST) per annum

Membership Eligibility

Not sure whether you are eligible for Philanthropy Australia membership? Uncertain of which category is appropriate for you or your organisation? The points below will assist you.

If you represent a family, private, corporate or community trust or foundation whose primary philanthropic activities are grantmaking/giving then you can become a Full Member of Philanthropy Australia.
Do you represent a corporate body (i.e. a for-profit entity) that has a giving program but does not have a separate trust or foundation? If so, you can become an Associate of Philanthropy Australia.
Individual philanthropists are encouraged to become a Full Member of Philanthropy Australia.
If the body that you represent both seeks funding (as grantseekers and/or through other fundraising activities) and disperses funds (as grantmakers/givers), Philanthropy Australia's Associate membership is the most appropriate for you.
Individuals and businesses seeking funding are not eligible for membership with Philanthropy Australia, but can find relevant resources in our Seeking Funding? section.

Bodies that seek funding (as grantseekers and/or through fundraising activities) in order to conduct charitable programs will find Resource Centre Subscription useful.

If you are still not sure which category is most appropriate for you, please contact Philanthropy Australia's Membership Manager:

Bruce Argyle
b.argyle@philanthropy.org.au
(03) 9612 9025

Louise Burton
l.burton@philanthropy.org.au
(02) 9223 0155

Apply for Membership

If you wish to apply for membership, contact Philanthropy Australia's Membership Managers:

Bruce Argyle
b.argyle@philanthropy.org.au
(03) 9612 9025

Louise Burton
l.burton@philanthropy.org.au
(02) 9223 0155

Download a Membership application form