Is that a real appeal? A warning to watch out for scams this giving season
The ACNC is warning that scammers often try to take advantage of our generosity at this time of year, as we celebrate the festive season.
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Reflections from 2024
In this month's Commissioner's Column, Sue Woodward AM reflects on the achievements of the charity sector, the challenges it faces, and reminds us to remember the role we all play in supporting the sector’s valuable work.
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.
Charity subtypes
When the ACNC registers an organisation as a charity, we register it with one or more charity ‘subtypes’. These subtypes are categories that reflect the charity’s charitable purpose.
Commissioner's Policy Statement: Development and publication of de-identified registration decision summaries
This Commissioner's Policy Statement sets out the principles that the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission will consider and follow during our work developing and publishing de-identified registration decision summaries.
Corporate policies and procedures
The ACNC has a range of policies and procedures to support us in achieving our objects. The following policies and procedures are provided to guide charities and the public on how we make important decisions.
Commissioner's Policy Statement: Guidance and education
This Commissioner’s Policy Statement sets out how the ACNC approaches its function of providing guidance and education.
ACNC legislation
This page provides information about the legislation the ACNC administers, including details about the Charities Act and links to the ACNC's interpretation of legislation and case law.
Advisory Board summary
An update from Sarah Davies AM, Chair of the ACNC Advisory Board.
Corporate Policy: ACNC Privacy Policy
This policy outlines how the ACNC will manage personal information, as well as how we comply with the Australian Privacy Principles and the Privacy Act.