Charity & Not-For-Profit Law
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Introduction Directors on charity boards often wear multiple hats, balancing their duties to the organisation with various other professional, personal, and community roles. Consequently, a conflict of interest is a
Introduction Disasters create significant legal problems and increase the vulnerability of Australian not-for-profit organisations. During an emergency, these organisations often face a surge in demand for their services while simultaneously
Introduction Following the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations were established as a key national reform. These principles provide a
Introduction For many charities and not-for-profits (NFP), forming a corporate partnership is a powerful way to raise funds, access vital resources, and ultimately extend their reach and impact within the
Introduction For not-for-profits (NFPs), a charitable bequest represents a powerful opportunity to secure vital long-term funding and allow donors to create a lasting legacy. Including a gift in a will
Introduction The board of directors is the core governing body of any not-for-profit (NFP) or charity, tasked with steering the organisation and ensuring it effectively fulfils its purpose. Strong governance
Introduction The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has introduced a significant new compliance measure for the not-for-profit (NFP) sector: the annual NFP self-review return. This requirement marks a major shift, compelling
Introduction For not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, in-kind contributions are becoming an increasingly common and valuable form of support, often arising from strategic partnerships with businesses rather than simple cash donations. While
Introduction Online fundraising platforms provide Australian charities with powerful tools to connect with donors nationwide. However, this broad reach creates a significant challenge, as each state and territory has its
Introduction For any charity, managing the personal information of donors, volunteers, and beneficiaries is a core responsibility that brings significant legal and ethical duties. Compliance with the requirements set by
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Introduction In 2024, the Treasury Laws Amendment (Support for Small Business and Charities and Other Measures) Act 2024 (Cth) (‘Treasury Laws Amendment Act’) introduced community charity corporations as a new category
Introduction The Australian Government has announced significant reforms for private and public ancillary funds, which will now be known as ‘giving funds’. These changes, including an increased minimum annual distribution
Introduction The May 2026 federal budget introduced a Deductible Gift Recipients (DGR) reform that removed the ministerial declaration requirement from the community charity DGR process. This legislative change reduces administrative
Introduction An Islamic Waqf is a perpetual charitable endowment that allows Australian Muslims to support social welfare while adhering to Sharia principles. Because New South Wales lacks specific legislation for
Introduction When a Muslim husband passes away, Islamic law requires the provision of Iddah maintenance to support his widow during her waiting period. Fulfilling this final responsibility often becomes difficult
Introduction Drafting an Islamic will in NSW that aligns Islamic law with Australian legal requirements requires understanding the difference between a Wasiyyah (discretionary bequest) and a Hibah (lifetime gift). LawBridge