About the ACNC
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission is the national regulator of charities. We register and regulate Australia’s charities.
- We help charities understand and meet their obligations through information, advice and guidance.
- We help the public understand the work of the not-for-profit sector and provide a free searchable database of charities.
Latest news
Commissioner's Column
Statement tabled by ACNC to the Senate Estimates Economics Committee
This month’s Commissioner’s Column is a statement from ACNC Commissioner Sue Woodward AM to a Senate Estimates hearing on 4 June 2026 at Parliament House in Canberra.
News
Save the date for the Governing for Good Forum 2026
Save the date for the ACNC’s Governing for Good Forum 2026, taking place on Friday 14 August, in person and online.
News
ACNC welcomes funding to streamline data sharing with ASIC to reduce charity red tape
The ACNC has welcomed the announcement of funding in the 2026 federal budget that will reduce charity red tape by streamlining data sharing with ASIC.
Latest Resources
Charity by numbers: the volunteer effect
Charity by numbers: the volunteer effect is a report from the ACNC on the impact of volunteer-run charities in Australia.
ACNC Annual Report 2024-25
The ACNC Annual Report 2024-25 provides an overview of the Commission's work in the 2024-25 financial year.
2025 Annual Information Statement Guide
This guide will help you through the process of completing your charity's 2025 Annual Information Statement.
Australian Charities Report - 11th edition
This Australian Charities Report is the annual analysis of the information we receive from charities in their Annual Information Statements. This is the 11th edition.
Newly registered charities
The ACNC registers hundreds of new charities every month.
These charities will provide a range of invaluable services including child and youth services, environmental protection, education and more.
We publish a list of new charities each month.
Acknowledgement of Country
The ACNC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to them and their cultures and Elders past and present.