Our Donors Philanthropic giving is more than supporting the work of today, it strengthens the capacity of our sector to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Funding provided to ANHCA is an investment in the long-term sustainability of NCHCs nationwide, ensuring they remain a strong foundation for communities for generations to come. We sincerely thank all donors for their generosity and commitment. Your support empowers our sector to continue making a meaningful, lasting impact across Australia. Our Partners Our sector is a network of over 1,000 agile, front-line responders that are able to act quickly, reach vast communities, and continue support well beyond immediate response periods. Our partnerships already demonstrate this reach and agility. Adult Learning Australia (education and skills) Mental health services and aged care Family violence support Universities (student placements – psychologists) Crisis response (COVID RAT/mask distribution, disaster relief) NDIS and disability services Administering government grants (e.g. DSS Strong & Resilient Communities)

Thank you for your interest in making a tax deductible donation to our wonderful Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres (NCHC) across Australia. DONATIONS Thank you for your interest in making a tax deductible donation to our wonderful Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres (NCHC) across Australia. We accept and distribute donations ($20 or over) on the behalf of NCHCs across Australia under our DGR Status. We also accept donations for the Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association as the peak body. All donations made through the ANHCA Public Fund for DGR will receive a tax receipt. NOTE: To support the continued administration of the Public Fund for DGR, ANHCA receives 5% from donations. Complete the online donation form Make a direct bank transfer to ANHCA’s public fund Await a tax-deductible receipt from ANHCA via email After receiving the payment and confirming the donor has completed the form, the donation (minus a 5% administration fee) will be forwarded to the NCHC. Shortly, the tax-deductible receipt will be emailed to you. Donate to a House or Centre Donate to ANHCA Park Orchards Community House & Learning Centre, VIC Central Ringwood Community Centre, VIC Can we specify which NCHC the donation will benefit? You are able to indicate the Neighbourhood or Community House or Centre you would like your donation to go to. All donations made have been directed to the organisation nominated by the donor. Your donation must be made unconditionally to the ANHCA Public Fund for DGR in order to be tax deductible, and the distribution of funds received is legally the decision of the ANHCA Public Fund Committee. Who oversees how the donations are used? The ANHCA Public Fund for DGR operates under the rules determined by the Australian Taxation Office, which requires the majority of committee members to meet their definition of ‘Responsible Persons’. As not-for-profit entities, each organisation must report annually on their financial position to the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC), their state regulatory body and their members. Do you need support? If you need assistance with the donation process, contact Jarrah at 0428 964 817 or jarrah@anhca.org

A vehicle Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres can use to accept tax deductible donations ($20+) or apply for grants from philanthropic foundations/trusts and corporations that require DGR tax status. About the ANHCA Public Fund for DGR The ANHCA Public Fund for DGR is a channel Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres can use to accept tax deductible donations ($20+) or apply for grants from philanthropic foundations/trusts and corporations that require DGR tax status. The Public Fund for DGR is overseen by the Australian Neighbourhood Houses and Centres Association (ANHCA) Inc. This includes the ANHCA Public Fund Committee, made up of representatives from the NCHC sector, the majority of whom come under the ATO definition of ‘Responsible Persons.’ ANHCA has been listed by name as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) from 1 July 2013. It is covered by Item 1   of the table in section 30-15 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. This ensures donations of $2 or more to the ANHCA Public Fund for DGR are tax deductible. Download the full guidelines document here. NOTE: To support the continued administration of the Public Fund for DGR, ANHCA receives 5% from each donation/ grant application. What is DGR status? DGR stands for deductible gift recipient. An organisation that has DGR status can receive tax deductible gifts. This means that when an individual or business makes a donation to an organisation with DGR status they can deduct the amount of the donation from their taxable income, which means they pay less tax. Apply to receive tax deductible donations Make a tax deductible donation a NCHC Apply for a grant requiring DGR status Hambledon House Community Centre, QLD Key Information for Neighbourhood and Community Houses and Centres (NCHC) Is my NCHC eligible? To be eligible, your NCHC must meet the following criteria: Be an organisation (as opposed to an individual) Be a financial member of the relevant State peak body Be a legal entity (ie an incorporated body) If the organisation is a network or peak body rather than a NCHC in its own right, it must apply funds to furthering or supporting the work of NCHCs Not have DGR status Do the funds have to align with ANHCA Constitution? Yes, the ANHCA Public Fund for DGR can legally only direct funds to other entities in furtherance of the purposes in ANHCA’s constitution. These are to: Contribute to national policy and issues of common interest to the NCHC sector in Australia Promote and strengthen the national identity of the NCHC sector in Australia Enhance the quality, skills and knowledge of the NCHC sector in Australia Support the activity and work of the NCHC sector in Australia. ANHCA can accept funds and direct them for the work carried out by NCHCs. Does the ANHCA Public fund for DGR mean my NCHC has DGR status in its own right? No, the DGR status remains with ANHCA, which is why funding applications are lodged in ANHCA’s name and all donations and grants money must be paid through ANHCA to be issued with a tax receipt. Does the ANHCA Public Fund mean NCHC can access salary packaging? No. Salary packaging is only available for employees directly employed by a Public Benevolent Institution (PBI). The ANHCA Public Fund for DGR is not a PBI. Does the ANHCA Public Fund for DGR act as an auspice? No, the ANHCA Public Fund for DGR does not act as an auspice for NCHC accessing project funds from philanthropic foundations/trusts and corporations. The ANHCA Public Fund for DGR simply acts a vehicle for the collection of tax deductible donations or funds that require DGR status. Do you need support? If you need assistance with the process, contact Jarrah at 0428 964 817 or jarrah@anhca.org Read the Guidelines Summarised document of the processes and guidelines on the ANHCA Public Fund for DGR . Guidelines Documents