Status and Details
This page contains information about the status, approval and implementation of this document, contact details for enquiries about document application/interpretation, and a brief summary of changes between this and the previous version.
19/10/2026: The UPM approved the extension of the policy review date from 20 October 2026 to 31 May 2026 on 16/10/2026.Philanthropy and Fundraising Policy
Status
Current
Effective Date
20th October 2021
Review Date
31st May 2027
Approval Authority
Vice-Chancellor's Executive
Approval Date
12th October 2021
Expiry Date
Not Applicable
Policy Author
Joanna Watts
Chief Advancement Officer
Policy Owner
Michelle King
Vice-President, Engagement
Enquiries Contact
Advancement
Summary of Changes from Previous Version
The revised Policy was completed following a review of the RMIT Philanthropy Fund to focus on stronger governance and administrative processes to maximise the impact of gifts and grow Philanthropy at the University.
Clauses Amended:Policy: All
06/05/2024: Division name changed from Philanthropy team (Philanthropy) to Philanthropy and Public Engagement (PPE)
25/07/2024: Committee/Group name changed from Vice-Chancellor's Executive (VCE) to Vice-Chancellor's Executive Meeting (VCE)
24/07/2025: Committee/Group name changed from Vice-Chancellor's Executive Meeting (VCE) to University Executive Committee (UEC)