Benefolk is launching a sector-first online organisational support and capacity-building service!
Join us for the launch of Benefolk Expert Bar in Melbourne on 5 September 2024.
Specialists with expertise ranging from workplace wellbeing to bequest fundraising, media relations to data analytics, governance to recruitment, corporate partnerships to CRM systems will be available for 45‑minute, in‑person Expert Bar sessions at the launch.
Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation is proud to support the Benefolk Expert Bar and Launch Event.
Learn more about Expert Bar which will be opening for online sessions from September 10.
Hear from special guest speakers:
- Philanthropy Australia CEO Maree Sidey, on how Australia can lead the way in capacity building innovation.
- The Ian Potter Foundation CEO Paul Conroy, on the role of Benefolk EXPERT BAR in supporting organisational wellbeing.
- Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation new CEO Peter Walton
- Benefolk Foundation chair Sarah Davies AM, on the game-changing nature of Benefolk EXPERT BAR.
- Kylie Daniels, Community Development Manager, Beyond Bank
Proceedings
- Arrive 1.30pm
- Formal launch 2.00-3.00pm
- Networking from 3.00-5.00pm, and
- In Person EXPERT BAR Sessions 3.00-5.00pm
Ticket options
- Join the launch and networking,
- Or add the "In Person Benefolk EXPERT BAR Session Experience" which includes 2 x 45 minute sessions
- Grantmakers and donors can also gift attendance for small organisations by purchasing a Bursary Ticket
All tickets include grazing table lunch and drinks.
What's the In Person Benefolk EXPERT BAR Session?
Benefolk's Network of leading professional service providers and consultants will offer 45 minute EXPERT BAR sessions in person at the launch event. Choose from specialists with expertise ranging from workplace wellbeing to bequest fundraising, media relations to data analytics, governance to recruitment, corporate partnerships to CRM systems.
Tickets are limited. Guests will then choose their specialist over August.
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TELL ME MORE ABOUT BENEFOLK EXPERT BAR!
Imagine having thoroughly vetted subject-matter experts on tap in one easy location who know and understand not-for-profits. They're available when you need them - like a 'telehealth for the social sector'!
Benefolk EXPERT BAR is an online video consultation service with sessions ranging 45-90 minutes, where you can access specialists when you need them.
Whether you need a sounding board on governance, advice on how to approach a partnership opportunity, to strengthen your cybersecurity or want to check in on managing a major organisational change - or almost anything else - you will soon be able to choose a specialist and lock in a time that suits you for a chat.
In addition to supporting NFP and charity leaders, this is also an innovative and cost-effective way for Australian grantmakers and philanthropic donors to support the wellbeing, resilience and impact of organisations they care about.
Experience it for yourself first-hand and meet up with experts of your choice, or just join us for this special launch.
BURSARY TICKETS
Thanks to those who can purchase Bursary Tickets for this event. We will contact you to make arrangements.
EXPERT BAR VOUCHERS
We are also working with grantmakers / funders who want to pre-pay vouchers for the online Expert Bar. Please reach out to us about this via hello@benefolk.org


