Australian Communities Foundation invites you to join us at this special launch of the second edition of Savvy Giving: A roadmap for contemporary philanthropy in Australia.

No matter your role or the amount of money you can give, Savvy Giving is an important contribution to Australian structured giving and an essential read for anyone committed to shaping a better world with philanthropic dollars. Building on the best practice insights and tools in the 2013 original, author and philanthropy expert Genevieve Timmons offers fresh ideas and perspectives for effective contemporary giving in her 2024 edition.

Join this launch to hear from Genevieve and purchase your own signed copy of the book.

Thursday 19 September
5:30 for 6pm start
Community of Giving, 6/126 Wellington Parade, East Melbourne

Genevieve Timmons, Author of Savvy Giving

In an extensive career, Genevieve Timmons has pioneered approaches to contemporary philanthropy in Australia and New Zealand, working with over 50 organisations to secure optimal positioning and best impact for philanthropic investment and granting. Her focus has been to monitor emerging trends and challenges, exchange with global and local networks, lead innovation in the establishment of giving programs, develop strategic planning and policy, and deliver professional development during a time when the philanthropic world has emerged and expanded.

More on Savvy Giving

At a time when billions of dollars are being harnessed for philanthropic giving in Australia, Savvy Giving is a unique and urgently needed contribution to modern philanthropy. This groundbreaking book offers rare insights, fresh ideas, expert perspectives and practical tools to transform understanding and elevate success for anyone stepping up to be part of structured giving for a better world.

The production and publication of this book was supported by a number of generous donors. Australian Communities Foundation and Genevieve Timmons extend their thanks to the donors who have made this possible: Reichstein Foundation, Michael & Marion Webster, the Alf and Meg Steel Fund, B B & A Miller Fund, Beecher Family Fund, Espero Fund, EM Horton Fund, the Reve Fund, Inner North Community Foundation, and anonymous donors.

Register

This session is open to Australian Communities Foundation Fundholders and Friends. Contact us to register.