ACNC News

The latest official data shows more than half of Australia’s charities are run entirely by volunteers.

The latest official data shows Australia’s charity sector was robust immediately prior to the advent of COVID and the 2020 bushfires, employing 11% of Australia’s workforce and generating revenue of $166 billion.

Charities have welcomed a new opportunity to showcase their work to donors, supporters and the public on the ACNC Charity Register. When charities submit the 2020 Annual Information Statement, they can now provide details about up to ten programs.

The Modernising Business Registers program will introduce director identification numbers (director ID) for company directors.

Charities are making the most of a new opportunity to showcase their work to donors, supporters and the broader public on the ACNC Charity Register. They can provide details about up to ten programs when they complete the 2020 the Annual Information Statement.

As New South Wales and Queensland flood waters subside, the ACNC urges the public to do a quick online check of a charity’s credentials before donating.

The ACNC is reminding every charity to ensure its annual financial reporting meets required standards after a review of financial reports turned up common errors other oversights.

Following an investigation, the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission has revoked the charity registration of Misty Mountain Health Retreat Ltd.

The ACNC welcomes an Administrative Appeals Tribunal decision that endorses the ACNC’s approach to determining charities’ eligibility for registration as a public benevolent institution.

A new Governance Standard comes into being today. It will affect charities that fail to join to the National Redress Scheme for victims of institutional child sexual abuse.