Introduction
The Charity Register is a free, searchable database containing information about all registered Australian charities.
Summary of resource
The Charity Register helps you find out more information about a charity:
Learn about a charity's mission, programs, and activities.
See how a charity uses its funds.
Discover the names of people involved in running the charity.
Find out if the ACNC has taken any enforcement actions against the charity.
Benefits for Volunteer Involving Organisations
Research charities before donating or volunteering.
Gain transparency into the operations of Australian charities.
Showcase your charity's legitimacy, accountability, and financial health.
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