Rethinking philanthropy
for a new wave
of change-makers…

Where Funders Find Impact

&

Charities
Find
Partners

Imagine a world where every charity creating social impact knows how to obtain the resources it needs to maximise change. 

Imagine a world where every person, family and foundation knows how to identify change-making agents to distribute funds to.

We're Building That World Through Strategic Wealth Redistribution.

Australia's wealth gap is widening.
We help bridge it by connecting strategic giving with high-impact causes.

In Australia, the wealthiest 10% have seen their wealth grow 126% since 2003, while the bottom 60% gained just 39%. This isn't just a statistic, it's a crisis that demands action.

At Equitable Philanthropy, we believe strategic giving can reshape Australia's wealth landscape. We work with both sides of the equation: helping individuals and families with the means to give channel their resources toward maximum social impact, while ensuring change-making organisations have the funding strategies and resources they need to create systemic change.

Your giving and their impact can be the catalyst for a more equitable Australia.

The Inequality Divide

Australia faces a growing wealth division that threatens social cohesion and economic stability. The top 20% of households earn six times more than the bottom 20%, and this gap continues to widen.

But here's what we know: Australians want to give. They want to make a difference. They want to be part of the solution.

The challenge?

Knowing where to give for maximum impact.

Our Mission

We exist to make that vision a reality by facilitating meaningful wealth redistribution through strategic philanthropy on both sides of the equation.

For funders, we provide the expertise to identify and support genuine change-making agents. For change-making organisations, we unlock access to alternative income streams that reduce dependence on government funding and small donations.

We don't just move money—we build the infrastructure for a world where resources flow efficiently to where they can create the greatest impact on inequality.

What Makes Us Different

Unlike traditional fundraising consultants who focus on maximising dollars raised, we focus on maximising social impact per dollar invested. We're not just moving money—we're strategically redistributing wealth to create lasting change.

Our Services

For
Strategic
Funders.

For
Change-Making
Organisations.

Why What We Do Matters

  • The Numbers Don't Lie

    Australia's wealth gap has tripled since the 1980s

    The richest 1% now own more wealth than the bottom 70% combined

    Without intervention, inequality will continue to destabilise our communities

  • The Solution Is In Your Hands

    Strategic philanthropy isn't just about helping others—it's about investing in the kind of Australia we want to live in. When wealth flows strategically to high-impact causes, everyone benefits from stronger communities, better economic mobility, and reduced social tension.

  • Your Giving, Amplified

    Every dollar you give strategically can:

    Create Economic Opportunity: Fund programs that build wealth in underserved communities

    Address Root Causes: Support organizations tackling systemic barriers to economic mobility

    Generate Multiplier Effects: Invest in solutions that create ongoing community benefits

Testimonials

  • “Equitable Philanthropy helped us secure our largest funding partnership to date. Their coaching transformed our approach and gave us the confidence to succeed.”

    Brad Macdonald, Head of Philanthropy & Festival Development, Melbourne International Film Festival

  • Catherine is not just a strategist—she’s a matchmaker, bringing together the right people, resources, and opportunities to ensure charities are well-prepared and well-funded. What’s truly remarkable is her unwavering focus on the ultimate goal: creating positive, meaningful impact.

    Gill Whelan, Decjuba Foundation

  • “With Equitable Philanthropy’s support, we’ve built relationships with charities that align with our clients giving strategies. Catherine’s insights into strategic giving has been invaluable. Partnering with her has added real value to our service offering and support to our clients.”

    Adviser

  • “We’ve brought Catherine Brooks in to run our annual strategy offsite for two years now, and she continues to impress with her professionalism, optimism and organisation... Catherine understands the landscape and speaks our language; able to guide conversations with clarity, focus, and strategic insight... I would highly recommend Catherine if you are considering your next strategy and / or work offsite.”

    Kevin Mei, Touchstone Global Investments Senior Analyst / Head of Research