Philanthropy
Final report is being prepared
Subscribe- Why the inquiry?
- Call for submissions
- Draft report
- Final report
What we’ve been asked to look at
The Productivity Commission has been asked to analyse motivations for philanthropic giving in Australia and identify opportunities to grow it further.
Read the Terms of Reference Media releaseCall for submissions and initial submissions
The Commission issued a call for submissions on 23 March 2023. In their submissions, inquiry participants should provide evidence to support their views, including data and specific examples where possible.
Initial submissions were due by 5 May 2023.
Draft report release
The draft report sets out the Commission’s draft findings and recommendations relating to motivations for philanthropic giving in Australia and opportunities to grow it further.
Submissions were due by 9 February 2024.
Final report to Government and release
The final inquiry report is to be handed to the Australian Government by 10 May 2024.
The release of the final report by the Government is the final step in the process.
Under the Productivity Commission Act 1998, the Government is required to table the report in each House of the Parliament within 25 sitting days of receipt.
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Who to contact
Philanthropy inquiry team
Ph: 02 6240 3261
Email: philanthropy@pc.gov.au
Free call: 1800 020 083
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