Anita Toy

Anita Toy is the inaugural Executive Director of Myriad Australia, a DGR1 (Deductible Gift Recipient) organization that enables Australian donors to support charitable projects across the world.1 She has over 15 years of experience in corporate giving, private philanthropy, and international philanthropy.23

Professional Background

Before joining Myriad Australia, Anita worked for the Australia and New Zealand Banking Group (ANZ) for 14 years. During her time at ANZ, she managed the organization's community investment program across 32 countries and strategically partnered with charitable organizations to achieve social impact.12

Role at Myriad Australia

As the Executive Director of Myriad Australia (formerly known as Give2Asia Australia), Anita plays a crucial role in:

1. Enabling Australian donors to support charitable projects globally
2. Growing international philanthropy in Australia
3. Connecting international donors and philanthropists to charitable causes in Australia and New Zealand

Education and Expertise

Anita holds a Bachelor's Degree in Business.2 Her extensive experience in both domestic and international philanthropy has made her a valuable asset in the field of cross-border giving and community investment.

Affiliations

Myriad Australia is a founding member of the global network for philanthropy – Myriad, an Alliance dedicated to supporting cross-border philanthropy.1 This alliance collectively granted US$314 million to charitable programs in 113 countries in 2023, covering various topics such as education, the arts, disaster response, health services, and climate change.

Anita Toy's leadership at Myriad Australia positions her as a key figure in facilitating and promoting international philanthropy within the Australian context.