ACNC urges donors to be cautious after floods in NSW
With devastating floods impacting parts of New South Wales, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is warning donors to watch out for fake fundraising appeals.
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Reducing red tape for charities in New South Wales
In this fortnight's column, the Hon Dr Gary Johns discusses red tape reduction for New South Wales charities, Include a Charity Week, the progress of the ACNC IT Upgrade and more.
The Charitable Purpose
The Charitable Purpose is our monthly e-newsletter, with news about matters that impact the charity sector and resources to help charities meet obligations to the ACNC.
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The May edition of the ACNC's monthly e-newsletter, The Charitable Purpose, has now been sent to charities and subscribers. In this edition, ACNC Commissioner Dr Gary Johns discusses the generosity of Australians and the intense public scrutiny of the way charities raise funds. We also outline upcoming changes that will require director IDs for some Responsible People, highlight charities making the most of showcasing their program, provide information for Victorian charities that undertake minor gaming activities and more.
Statement from Tony Stuart – ACNC Advisory Board Chair
Chair of the ACNC Advisory Board Tony Stuart raises concerns about recent comments in the media in regards to new Board appointments.
Safe giving made easier by list of verified charities provided by regulators
To help people looking to donate safely and effectively, the National Bushfire Recovery Agency has published a list of registered charities that accept tax deductible donations and are running bushfire appeals.
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The July edition of the ACNC's monthly e-newsletter, The Charitable Purpose, has now been sent to charities and subscribers. In this edition, ACNC Commissioner Dr Gary Johns explains the ACNC's approach to regulating the charity sector, with education the foundation of the approach. We also discuss law changes for charities engaging in unlawful activity, red tape cuts for charities, charities urged to review their governing documents and more.
Transitional relief for streamlined reporting
The ACNC has streamlined reporting arrangements in place with other government regulators. Transitional reporting relief helps charities subject to a streamlined reporting arrangement whose financial reports do not initially meet the ACNC requirements.
Regulation of charities in South Australia
This guidance covers the regulation of South Australian charities, and the obligations specific to charities in South Australia.
Consultation strengthens ACNC’s achievements: annual report tabled
A fresh focus on consultation has strengthened the ACNC’s work to build public confidence in the sector. The ACNC 2022-23 annual report has been tabled in Parliament.