This month we have several exciting opportunities to join the growing GiveOUT team.
Read on to learn more, and for updates on The Amplify Pride Fund, Aurora Ball, and opportunities for LGBTIQ+ organisations.
We're hiring - join the GiveOUT team!
Marketing Campaign Lead
Are you a marketing and communications superstar with experience delivering creative campaigns and creating engaging digital content?
We have an exciting opportunity to join our growing team as a Marketing Campaign Lead! Working with the CEO and Program Coordinator, this short-term strategic role is responsible for leading the marketing and communications campaign for GiveOUT Day on 19 October 2023.
Position objectives include:
- Increase the reach of GiveOUT Day to new audiences
- Engage diverse stakeholders and supporters through creative communication channels
- Maximise brand awareness of GiveOUT Day and raise the profile of LGBTIQ+ organisations
- Increase the capacity of LGBTIQ+ organisations to develop and implement their own marketing campaigns
Communications and Administration Coordinator
Are you an all-rounder with a passion for digital platforms and systems management?
The Communications and Administration Coordinator is a short-term role responsible for communications and administration support for GiveOUT Day.
Position objectives include:
- Raise the profile of GiveOUT Day and of LGBTIQ+ organisations
- Manage systems and platforms that are used to achieve communication objectives.
- Ensure smooth administration support to the CEO and GiveOUT Day team.
Applications for both roles will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with these positions to be filled ASAP.
CALLING | Expressions of interest for GiveOUT Day volunteers
Have you been looking for a way to make a positive impact for LGBTIQ+ communities? We’re currently seeking expressions of interest to join us as a GiveOUT Day volunteer!
Volunteers are the lifeblood of GiveOUT Day. This whiz bang crew assists with building our community, running events, and supporting LGBTIQ+ organisations as they raise necessary funds. Alongside the GiveOUT team, volunteers work to raise the profile of important LGBTIQ+ causes, with the aim of making this the largest GiveOUT Day yet.
We are looking for volunteers who can commit to at least 1-2 hours of their time from the beginning of August until the end of October. You can find out more and apply today at the link below.
UPDATING | Amplify Pride Fund
In 2022, GiveOUT teamed up with Aurora to create the Amplify Pride Fund, supported by The Snow Foundation and a strong core of community donors.
We are incredibly excited to announce that thanks to the support from the Snow Foundation, the Amplify Pride Fund will return for a second year in 2023. Expressions of interest will open in July/ August. Stay tuned for updates about the application process which will be shared on our social media and in future newsletters.
One of our grantees for the 2022 Amplify Pride Fund round is Trans Justice Project, the first trans-led national campaigning organisation. Led by Director Jackie Turner and in collaboration with Dhaksh Sooriyakumaran (formerly at RESET), the team will deliver a project tackling anti-trans hate speech and disinformation online.
The Trans Justice Project is a national, trans-led organisation working to push back against the influence of the anti-trans lobby and build a powerful movement standing up for justice, freedom, and equality for all trans and gender diverse people.
UPDATING | Aurora Ball
Our friends at The Aurora Group recently hosted their annual Aurora Ball, and it was a great success! Over $250,000 was raised for The Aurora Group’s important work for LGBTIQ+ communities.
Through the generous support of the Snow Foundation and the incredible Aurora Ball attendees, over $70,000 was raised for the Amplify Pride Fund alone!
Last year Amplify Pride funded five game-changing organisations, and we could have funded eleven, if we had the funds. As Aurora and GiveOUT kick off the second year of the Amplify Pride Fund, we would love to reach our goal of $150,000. If you missed your chance to make a pledge on the night, or you’d still like to give, it's not too late to help us reach this landmark goal!
WELCOMING | We have a new Program Coordinator!
After 10 months as GiveOUT's Communications and Administration Coordinator, we're excited to announce that Leonard will be continuing with GiveOUT as our Program Coordinator!
Leonard has spent the last five weeks away adventuring in Europe (pictured!) and we're excited to have him back on board to bring GiveOUT Day to life in 2023 - we have lots in store, and can't wait to share more in the coming weeks and months.
Opportunities for LGBTIQ+ Organisations
NSW | CALLING | Nominees for Mental Health Matters Rainbow Inclusion Award | nominations close on 21 July 2023
Nominate a mental health program, project or initiative that demonstrates commitment to the mental health and wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ people to receive an award.
AUST | PRCO | HEARING | Your Say: Philanthropy and Volunteering | Wednesday 19 July 2023 | 2–3pm
As part of a public inquiry into philanthropy in Australia, the Productivity Commission (PRCO) is seeking contributions from LGBTIQ+ organisations to understand their experience of philanthropy and any issues they encounter.
The Commission is seeking contributions from LGBTIQ+ organisations, with two key ways to get involved.
- Make an online submission.
Find out more information and submit online. - Join the online consultation.
To RSVP and receive a calendar invite for the session, please contact The Victorian Pride Centre's Pride Giving Advisor, Bree McKilligan on email.
As always, if you have any questions, comments or feedback, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
With love,
The GiveOUT team