The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is asking us to dig deep this festive season, with official data showing donations have almost flatlined.
During the festive season, Australians rely even more on the generosity of volunteers — from lifesavers patrolling our beaches through summer, to community groups providing much needed food relief and support.
This guide looks at artificial intelligence in the charity context, emphasising that while AI has the potential to bring about many benefits to those in the sector, and decision to harness AI is a strategic one that should be considered carefully by charities and their Responsible People.
The ACNC is governed by strict secrecy provisions. We cannot disclose ‘protected ACNC information’ to anyone other than the person, charity, or entity that the information is about, unless one of the limited exceptions in the ACNC Act applies.
We take concerns about registered charities seriously. We review every concern we receive to understand the issues raised and refer concerns to other agencies if needed. Information from the public provides us with valuable insight about the charities we regulate and contributes to our understanding of how charities are governed.
Under certain circumstances, the ACNC can disclose information about charity investigations. This may include the fact that the ACNC is carrying out an investigation, and information relating to an investigation.
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.
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.