Big4 Fundraising 2026 FAQs
Find answers about Big4 Fundraising 2026 registration, ticket options, F&P member discounts, the program, venue, travel, catering and cancellations.
registration and pricing
What are the key dates?
Big4 Masterclasses take place on Tuesday 10 November.
The Big4 Main Conference takes place on Wednesday 11 November (Major Gifts + Grants streams) and Thursday 12 November (Gifts in Wills + Corporate Partnerships Streams).
Super Early Bird registration opens Tuesday 1 September 2026 and closes 5PM AEST Wednesday 23 September 2026
Early Bird registration opens Thursday 24 September 2026 and closes 5PM AEST Thursday 15 October 2026
Standard registration opens from Friday 16 October 2026.
Are 1-day registrations available?
Yes.
On Day 1 you can choose from 4 x Masterclasses. You can choose to register for just one masterclass, or one in the morning and one in the afternoon.
You can buy tickets to Day 2 Only of the Main Conference (Major Gifts and Grants) or Day 3 Only of the Main Conference (Gifts in Wills and Corporate Partnerships). Tickets for Wednesday 11 November and Thursday 12 November are sold separately. To attend both conference days, select a ticket for each day during registration.
You can also register for a combination of any of the above by selecting the appropriate options on the registration page.
Please note: Masterclasses on the morning and afternoon of Tuesday 10 November are NOT included in Main Conference – these are a separate and additional cost.
Can I share my ticket with someone else?
No. Tickets are issued to the registered attendee only and cannot be shared with another person.
What is included in my conference registration?
Will this conference also be available online?
No. We are exploring the possibility of hybrid and/or audio recordings of sessions at future F&P conferences, but we do not have immediate plans to offer these options.
Are meals included with my registration?
Do international delegates have to pay GST on the registration fee?
Venue, TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION
- Big4 Fundraising 2026 will be held in Melbourne at the Pullman East Melbourne. The venue is close to public transport, shopping amenities, hotels and entertainment venues.
Yes, the conference takes place at a hotel, Pullman East Melbourne, and rooms will be available for delegates to book directly. There are many other hotels nearby in Melbourne CBD. Note that accommodation is not included with registration, and delegates will need to book their own accommodation. We recommend you book early if intending to stay at the conference venue
Whilst the venue strives to provide a diverse range of food options and accommodate dietary requirements, it cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment. The kitchen staff take precautions to minimize cross-contamination, but they cannot eliminate the risk of trace amounts of allergens present in shared equipment or ingredients.
All dietary requirements must be registered to F&P conference management at least 7 days in advance. Please be aware that neither the venue nor F&P is responsible for any adverse reactions or health consequences resulting from dietary choices. By attending this event, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own health and safety and for ensuring your needs are met.
Discounts & Memberships
Your discount code will be emailed to you. If you can't locate your code, simply sign in to F&P, click the "My account" button and it will appear on your account page.
When buying a ticket please select “Member”. A box will appear where you can enter your member promo code to access the discounted rate.
Ensure to click the "Next" button at the base of the page. Pressing enter on your keyboard could bring up an error message.
The conference discount is provided to the member named on the account, please do not share the code. The only exception to sharing the code is for charity organisations on group memberships with 10 or more people.
To check your membership status, please log in to your account on the F&P website or email membership@fandp.com.au
PROGRAM AND ATTENDANCE
Registered attendees will receive final conference information by email two working days prior to the conference. This email will include login details for the Conference App. Please make sure we have the correct email address for the attending person if your registration was made by someone other than the person attending.
Generally no. You are welcome to choose which sessions you attend on the day and move between streams as needed unless otherwise noted on the registration form.
Yes. The conference includes multiple stream sessions running at the same time. Delegates are welcome to move between rooms and attend the sessions most relevant to them throughout the day.
Some sessions fill up quickly, so we recommend arriving on time for each session. Once a room reaches capacity, delegates may need to attend an alternative session.
Where speakers have given permission to share their materials, presentation slides or resources will be made available to registered attendees after the conference. These materials can be found within the resource gallery on the attendee app.
We recommend bringing your confirmation details, a charged mobile device to access the Conference App, and any device/notepad you prefer for notetaking.
Yes. The program includes breaks, meal times and networking drinks where delegates can connect with speakers, sponsors and other attendees.
CANCELLATION AND TERMS
If you wish to cancel your ticket you must notify F&P in writing before 5pm Friday 16 October 2026. You will be charged a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the registration fee. No refunds or cancellations will be made after this date, but you can transfer your registration to another person for this conference ONLY. The full contact details of the replacement attendee must be advised in writing to F&P prior to the conference. Email us at admin@fandp.com.au if you wish to cancel or advise of a transfer to another person. Registrations cannot be transferred to another F&P conference. For full information on Registration Terms & Conditions click here.
- Yes. A cancellation fee equal to 50% of the registration cost will apply to cancellations received before the deadline date of 5pm AEDT, Friday 16 October 2026.
No. 50% refunds will not be available after 5pm AEDT, Friday 16 October 2026.
Yes. You can transfer your registration to another person within your organisation for this conference only. The full contact details of the replacement attendee must be provided to F&P in writing before the conference.
No. Registrations cannot be transferred to another F&P conference.
Please email admin@fandp.com.au if you wish to cancel your registration or transfer it to another person.
Build stronger relationships. Grow support.
Join specialist fundraisers from across Australia at Big4 Fundraising 2026.
MAJOR GIFTS // grants // gifts in wills // corporate partnerships
Melbourne | 10–12 November 2026