A world where economies are measured by the extent to which they generate positive social and environmental outcomes is being shaped around the globe by the social economy. This first comprehensive research into Australia’s social economy explores key areas including funding, partnerships, impact measurement, legal and policy frameworks, and digital technologies.

The first comprehensive benchmark of personal philanthropy in Australia’s technology sector, this report finds the sector uniquely positioned to unlock a new era of giving in Australia. This community is more likely to give, give more and give differently. Tech givers often applying entrepreneurial principles to their philanthropy.

This report discusses inclusion and diversity in the board rooms of the 75 largest not-for-profit disability service providers in Australia. It finds that just over a fifth of the providers have two or more leaders with disabilities currently serving on their boards and all of these boards reported positive outcomes from the appointments.

A framework to help the Australian Government better design, administer, and deliver community grants. It highlights being collaborative, transparent, innovative and focused on outcomes. The framework will help agencies administering community grants work more consistently with the sector.

This report examines the financial sustainability of not-for-profit organisations delivering social services to vulnerable Australians. It highlights staffing issues, service contraction and negative flow-on effects for government. The report recommends Australian governments respond with an evidence-informed contracting process, indexation of funding, an impact-based response to social and economic shifts, and data asset development to enhance...