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Introduction For any not-for-profit (NFP) or religious institution, facing insolvency presents a unique and complex set of challenges that differ significantly from those in the commercial sector. The duties that
Introduction For any charity, holding Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is crucial for securing donations. This status allows an organisation to receive a deductible
Introduction Charities dissatisfied with a decision made by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) have a formal pathway for reviews and appeals under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
Introduction The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) is increasing its scrutiny of the not-for-profit sector, with a rise in public concerns leading to more formal ACNC investigations. For any
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
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Introduction Not-for-profit organisations have a legal duty of care to protect their employees, volunteers, clients, and the public from foreseeable harm. A failure to meet this standard can result in
Introduction Not-for-profit organisations and charities in Australia that supply goods and services must meet basic standards under the Australian Consumer Law (‘ACL’). These automatic protections, known as Consumer Guarantees, apply whenever an
Introduction Not-for-profit organisations frequently encounter standard form contracts that offer little to no room for negotiation. To address this imbalance, Australian contract law provides significant unfair contract term protections for
Introduction Leaders in the charity sector can underestimate the significant hazards involved, so it’s important to understand what operating as a not-for-profit organisation means, leaving board members exposed to potential liabilities.
Introduction Not-for-profit and charity organisations in New South Wales have a legal duty to ensure their recruitment processes are fair and non-discriminatory. Under state and federal laws, including the Anti-Discrimination Act