Reflecting on 2025: Supporting charities every step of the way
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reflects on 2025 and how the ACNC works to support charities to stay on track with their obligations.
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Supporting your charity for a strong finish to 2025
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM shares her tips for AGM season, highlights findings from our compliance review of complex structures, and invites feedback on updated housing guidance.
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.
Watch our webinar: All you need to know about submitting the Annual Information Statement
The ACNC recently hosted a webinar covering everything charities need to know about completing and submitting their Annual Information Statement (AIS).
Deductible gift recipients (DGR) and the ACNC
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) decides on endorsement as a deductible gift recipient (DGR). The ACNC registers eligible organisations as charities. It's important to note that not all charities are eligible for DGR endorsement.
Have your say: updated Commissioner’s Interpretation Statement on housing
Have your say on the ACNC's updated Commissioner’s Interpretation Statement on the provision of housing by charities.
More than 70 charities at risk of losing charitable status for failing to report
The Commission has today issued a public notice advising charities they have until 15 October 2025 to submit over Annual Information Statements, or their registration may be revoked.
Commissioner's Interpretation Statement: Public Benevolent Institutions
The purpose of this Commissioner’s Interpretation Statement is to provide guidance about how to determine whether an organisation is a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI).
ACNC details significant achievements with 2024-2025 annual report tabled in Parliament
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) details significant achievements in the 2024-2025 ACNC annual report, tabled today in Parliament. Commissioner Sue Woodward AM said the ACNC works to support public trust and confidence in Australian charities.
‘The threat is real’: ACNC Cyber Security Risks review highlights best practice
The ACNC has released key findings of a review into cyber security as an emerging risk for charities.