Sidney Myer Fund & Pride Foundation Australia Partnership Draws to a Close
The Pride Foundation Australia board would like to recognise and celebrate our almost 10 years partnership with Sidney Myer Fund, which is now drawing to a close. We first began our philanthropic partnership with SMF in 2014, when we had a first grant round together for $15,000, focused on LGBTIQ ageing. Over the course of […]
Announcing our Successful Small Grant Round 1 2023 Recipients
Please join us in congratulating our latest selection of Small Grant recipients for Round 1 of 2023. This time around, we have awarded 6 LGBTQIA+ creatives, communities, businesses and organisations with a grant of up to $750 towards a project that benefits their local LGBTQIA+ communities. For information on each recipient and their project, keep […]
Our Melbourne fundraiser event for LGBTQIA+ Refugees & Asylum Seekers
On Tuesday evening 21/7/23, the Melbourne offices of Gilbert & Tobin opened its doors and welcomed attendees to Pride Foundation Australia’s latest fundraiser towards LGBTQIA+ refugees and people seeking asylum in Australia. The aim of the event was both to raise awareness of PFA’s Rainbow Refugee sub-fund and encourage donations from attendees. The event showcased […]
Thank you, we raised $28,520 over Pride Month!
We recognise the incredibly difficult time being faced by trans, gender diverse and non-binary people right now, and made the decision to use our annual fundraising campaign to raise funds for Transcend Australia, and their ambition to develop a National Youth Action Program alongside a National Parent Advocacy Program to provide opportunities for both youth […]
Announcing recipients of our first AOD Large Grant Round
The board of Pride Foundation Australia is pleased to announce the success of our first Large Grant round to provide funding towards our new key area of interest: AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs). Recognising the relationship between LGBTQIA+ communities and substance abuse, Pride Foundation Australia aims to increase funding towards projects that work to address […]
Spreading Love and Equality: Hosting a Fundraiser Bingo or Games Night for Pride Foundation Australia
At Pride Foundation Australia, we’re committed to supporting the LGBTQIA+ community by advancing our equity through targeted projects supported by philanthropic funding. Hosting a fundraiser event for PFA is not only an excellent opportunity to raise fund towards our efforts, but also a chance to foster inclusivity, celebrate diversity, and create a safe and supportive […]
How to hold a fundraiser morning tea for Pride Foundation Australia
Hosting a fundraiser morning tea is a great way to bring your community together and to show outwards support for LGBTQIA+ Australians while you’re fundraising for Pride Foundation Australia. Not only can a morning tea fundraiser be an enjoyable event, but the donations you raise will also make a great impact in increasing the amount […]
Lights, Camera, Equality: Organising a Movie Night Fundraiser for Pride Foundation Australia
Movie night fundraisers are a classic and enjoyable way to bring people together while supporting a worthy cause. If you’re passionate about advocating for LGBTQIA+ rights and want to make a positive impact, organising a charity movie night to raise funds for Pride Foundation Australia is a fantastic idea. In this article, we’ll guide you […]
Step-by-Step Guide to Organising a Charity Auction for Pride Foundation Australia
Charity auctions are engaging and exciting events that can raise substantial funds for organisations dedicated to important causes like Pride Foundation Australia. If you’re passionate about increasing funding to address LGBTQIA+ discrimination and want to make a difference, organising a fundraiser auction for Pride Foundation Australia can be an impactful way to contribute. In this […]
A Guide to Organising a Fundraiser Raffle for Pride Foundation Australia
Fundraising events provide an incredible opportunity to make a positive impact and support causes close to our hearts. One popular and effective way to raise funds is by organising a raffle. In this article, we’ve outlined some suggestions for holding your raffle fundraiser, so you can help contribute to our important work of fostering inclusivity […]
A successful inaugural fundraiser for PFA in Hobart
As a national organisation, we’re working to build our capacity and our reach beyond queer cultural hubs like Melbourne and Sydney, to corners of Australia where LGBTQIA+ communities are under-supported and under-resourced. On March 23rd, we held our first fundraiser event in Tasmania in the offices of Deloitte Hobart, overlooking the the Derwent. Our cocktail […]
Report on World Pride 2023 from chair Dr Ruth McNair
Australian Advocacy Coalition for LGBTQIA+ Asylum and Migration Funding support from PFA = $19,920 – thanks to a Maddocks Foundation grant The coalition held its first workshop at ACON in Sydney on Tuesday 21/02/23. Facilitated by Jean-Louise Olivier, the coordinator working with FDPN, participants discussed key recommendations for advocacy platforms to improve outcomes for forcibly […]
