April de Haan

From the Myth Smashers: ‘It’s not what you know, it’s who you know’

by April de Haan

2026 Fundraising Institute Australasia (FIA) Myth Smashers winner April de Haan reflects on networks, privilege, and what we owe the next generation of fundraisers.

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About the author

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April de Haan (she/her) is philanthropy manager at Mary MacKillop Today, where her portfolio spans bequests, major and mid-level giving, and trusts and foundations. She also serves in an advisory capacity on the Marketing and Growth Committee of Plan International Australia’s Board and is co-steering lead of the Young People in Fundraising Network.