Charity & Not-For-Profit Law
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Introduction A charitable bequest included in a will represents a vital source of funding that allows a charity to fulfil its long-term mission. However, these essential gifts are often at
Introduction Fraud presents a serious threat to the mission and reputation of any charity, often resulting in misappropriated funds and the erosion of public trust. When such financial abuse occurs,
Introduction Not-for-profit organisations, including charities and incorporated associations, have a core obligation to be accountable to their members, which often includes providing access to information. However, this duty of transparency
Introduction Internal disputes are an unfortunate reality for any incorporated association and can arise between a member and the committee or among members themselves. When left unresolved, these conflicts can
Introduction For a not-for-profit organisation to meet ACNC charity registration eligibility, it must demonstrate that its purposes are for the public benefit. This fundamental requirement, stipulated by the Charities Act 2013
Introduction For Australian charities and not-for-profit organisations, advocacy and campaigning are powerful tools for achieving social change and furthering their charitable purpose. Engaging in public debate is a legitimate and
Introduction For charities and not-for-profits, the use of fixed-term contracts has long been a practical approach to managing roles tied to specific projects or government funding. However, new rules introduced
Introduction In Australia, the intersection of community sports, charity, and philanthropy presents both significant opportunities and complex challenges. While sport and fitness programs are powerful tools for community engagement, the
Introduction Many community clubs and associations often question whether their activities qualify them to be registered as a charity. Registration with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) hinges on
Introduction Community organisations are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to create marketing content, aiming to improve their work processes and better meet community needs. However, the use of generative AI
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Introduction Maintaining eligibility for charity tax concessions is a critical requirement for Australian not-for-profit organisations. This status depends on compliance with two key regulators, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and
Introduction For Australian charities, maintaining effective record-keeping is a fundamental aspect of good governance practices and a core legal obligation. Failures in this area can signal wider governance problems and
Introduction The framework for conducting company meetings has fundamentally shifted, with amendments to the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) making temporary pandemic relief measures for virtual meetings and electronic execution of
Introduction For any charity operating within a complex corporate structure, maintaining diligent governance practices is essential, particularly as the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) has made this a key
Introduction With the growing prevalence of blended families in NSW, a will contest initiated by a stepchild is an increasingly common challenge for the beneficiaries of a deceased estate. For
Introduction Maintaining public trust and safeguarding a charity’s reputation depends on transparent governance and ethical decision-making. This process requires the organisation to effectively manage conflicts of interest and every related