Speaking at CPA Australia’s Not-for-Profit Conference in Melbourne, the ACNC Commissioner the Hon Dr Gary Johns, highlighted his vision and priorities for the national charity regulator over the coming five years.
Charities make a significant financial and social contribution to communities in Australia and overseas. The charity sector is also complex and data about the work that charities do can provide insights to help charities, donors, governments, researchers, and the community better understand the sectors diversity, work, financial status, and sustainability.
The ACNC is urging everyone to be generous but cautious before they donate to charity this Christmas and festive season. Acting Commissioner Deborah Jenkins said data breaches and fake charities are on the rise, making it more important than ever to do a quick check of the Charity Register before giving.
A celebration marking the 10th anniversary of the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) was held at the Koorie Heritage Trust in Melbourne on Friday. Acting Commissioner, Deborah Jenkins recognised the vital contribution of charities to the Australian community and described the anniversary as a significant milestone.
In her final Commissioner's Column as acting Commissioner, Deborah Jenkins talks about what she's learnt in her time in the role, the importance of purpose and conveys her best wishes for the future.
The ACNC's monthly e-newsletter, The Charitable Purpose, has news and information for the charity sector. The December edition has now been sent to all charities and subscribers.
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.
