Creating pathways for change
For over a decade we have been engaging with experts from academia, philanthropy and the community sector to identify four pathways for change, where focused and strategic funding can deliver real impact.
Around Australia
Millions of people are doing their bit to care for all these things that inspire our love of country.
Our challenge
“In 2016, environmental charities in Australia received only 2.3 per cent of all charitable sector donations ($187 million) and we estimate that around $34 million of this came from structured giving. Of total revenue for all charities including government grants and fees for service, the environment received just 0.59 per cent of $729 million. Considering the scale and complexity of the environmental challenges we face, this amount is simply not enough.”
Keith Ince, Chair of the Board and AEGN member
Australia’s environment is in catastrophic decline and we are heading toward a tipping point. Humans are demanding too much of our land, water, air and oceans. Yet we know we have the power to reverse this decline.
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We have a vital role
The role of philanthropy
Philanthropic funds are incredibly important.
Philanthropy is not beholden to election cycles or shareholders. And with the ability to be nimble, flexible, innovative and independent, philanthropy in partnership with powerful and effective community and other non-government actors can hold the keys to achieving change and scaling up the right solutions.
Philanthropy empowers the community and its leaders and has a long track record of building capacity in movements, supporting advocacy to achieve major outcomes and ensuring impact for investment. Philanthropy plays a vital role in supporting the actions of ordinary Australians as they repair landscapes, advocate for better policies, make life changes, use their purchasing power, act together in communities and enjoy and protect nature.