Philanthropy conference 2023

Get ready for the biggest gathering of funders and grantmakers in Aotearoa New Zealand! The Philanthropy Conference with its theme of ‘Uniquely Aotearoa New Zealand’ will be at Te Papa, Wellington on September 13th and 14th 2023. 

This highly anticipated, in-person event will bring together our colleagues from across the sector in Aotearoa New Zealand and overseas to learn, network, and collaborate. 

This theme acknowledges the role that our bicultural foundation, and now multicultural society play in our giving. It will have a strong focus on climate action, and preparing for and helping communities to recover from disasters. 

We’re aiming to leave you inspired and challenged and with the tools, information and connections to support you in your giving and investing. 

The conference programme will include keynote and workshop sessions, masterclasses, networking breakfasts, and a celebratory dinner. Learn more the draft subject areas below. We will share more details with you over the coming weeks. 

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Keep an eye on our usual channels for updates on topics, speakers and early bird registration. In the meantime, save the date, book your accommodation and consider what it means to be Uniquely Aotearoa New Zealand. 

We express our gratitude to the conference committee members who are helping to shape the programme. They are: 

  • Jeremy Faumuinā, PNZ Board Member 

  • Kate Frykberg, Te Muka Rau  

  • Hainoame Fulivai, Pasifika Funders’ Network  

  • Liz Gibbs, The Selwyn Foundation  

  • Melissa Gibson, Len Reynolds Trust  

  • Chloe Harwood, Centre for Social Impact, Foundation North  

  • Te Pūoho Katene, Te Pūtea Whakatupu Trust  

  • Rongo Kirkwood, Trust Waikato  

  • Lori Luke, Acorn Foundation  

  • John McCarthy, The Tindall Foundation  

  • Jackie McCullough, Rotorua Trust 

  • Lynda McGregor, Te Pūtea Whakatupu Trust  

  • Duncan McLaggan, Auckland Council 

  • Alice Montague, Clare  

  • Pekaira Rei, Kaumātua, Te Āti Awa   

  • Robyn Scott, J R McKenzie Trust  

  • Natalia Sexton, WEAVE  

  • Kate Thomas, Spark Foundation  

  • Lotima Vaioleti, BayTrust (Youth Advisory Group representative)  

  • David Woods, Impact Investing Network/The Gift Trust trustee  

 
If you are a non PNZ member interested in the Philanthropy Conference 2023, get in touch with Events and Engagement Coordinator Gin at gin@philanthropy.org.nz to discuss.