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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
Defining Public Benevolent Institution
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM discusses our consultation with the sector in updating our Commissioner's Interpretation Statement: Public Benevolent Institutions.
News
Public Notice: more than 150 charities could lose registration for failing to report
More than 150 charities are at risk of losing their registration, as they have failed to submit two or more Annual Information Statements.
News
Related party disclosures required for 2023 AIS
There are new questions in the recently launched 2023 Annual Information Statement, requiring charities to disclose their dealings with related parties.
Latest Resources
Australian Charities Report - 9th edition
The Australian Charities Report is the annual analysis of the information we receive from charities in their Annual Information Statements. This is the 9th edition.
Charities and crypto-assets
This guide examines crypto-assets in the charity context and reminds charities that cryptocurrency is generally considered a high-risk investment. As a result, charities and their Responsible People should think carefully before either accepting donations of crypto-assets or investing in these assets.
ACNC Annual Report 2021-22
The ACNC Annual Report 2021-22 provides an overview of the Commission's work in the 2021-22 financial year.
2022 Annual Information Statement Guide
This guide aims to help charities that are completing their 2022 Annual Information Statement.
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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.
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.