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Empowering Australians to give strategically to charitable causes for years to come. Philanthropy experts in giving funds, PAFs & philanthropy advice.

26/08/2026

Structured giving is growing. But there is still a significant opportunity for advisers working with high-net-worth clients.

New ATO data shows that Private Ancillary Funds (PAFs) distributed more than $914 million in FY2023-24, with distributions increasing 14% and now accounting for 22% of all tax-deductible gifts received by charities. Public Ancillary Funds also continued to grow strongly.

But there is still a significant opportunity: fewer than half of the approximately 28,000 Australians earning more than $1 million annually make a tax-deductible charitable donation.

As Australia prepares for an estimated $5.4 trillion intergenerational wealth transfer, philanthropy deserves a place in conversations about wealth, legacy and succession planning. Structured giving vehicles can help donors take a more strategic, long-term approach to their charitable impact while creating opportunities to engage future generations in giving.

Read more: https://www.australianphilanthropicservices.com.au/structured-giving-australia-growing-role-of-ancillary-funds/

11/08/2026

A morning on Sydney Harbour, meaningful conversations, and a deeper understanding of our oceans. At APS, we believe informed giving leads to greater impact.

We were delighted to bring together APS clients and givers for a whale watching experience sponsored by Go Whale Watching Sydney, that combined connection, learning and impact. Guided by Dr Katharina J. Peters and her research team at University of Wollongong's MAVE Lab, clients explored the fascinating world of humpback whales, marine ecosystems and ocean conservation - whether it's protecting marine biodiversity, supporting scientific research, or investing in long-term environmental solutions.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so memorable.

For a deep dive into marine ecology and conservation, watch our webinar with Katharina, Kate Stone, APS Head of Philanthropic Giving, Margie Jenkin from Australian Environmental Grantmakers Network (AEGN) and Michael Walton, APS client and founder of Wildlife Country Fund here: https://www.australianphilanthropicservices.com.au/singing-with-whales-webinar/

01/07/2026

We're pleased to welcome Lisa George to our Board as a non-executive Director, effective July 2026.

As Executive Director and Global Head of the Macquarie Group Foundation, Lisa brings to APS her deep expertise in philanthropy, social impact, and governance across the corporate, philanthropic, and not-for-profit sectors.

Her appointment strengthens our capacity to support structured giving and help more Australians create meaningful, lasting impact.

We look forward to the perspective and leadership she brings to the board. https://www.australianphilanthropicservices.com.au/our-people/lisa-george/

29/06/2026

For financial advisers and wealth professionals, structured philanthropy is becoming an essential part of client conversations.

A Giving Fund offers a practical way to:

✅Integrate philanthropy into broader wealth strategies
✅Support tax planning opportunities
✅Facilitate intergenerational engagement and
✅Align financial decisions with personal values

It transforms giving from an ad hoc activity into a deliberate part of long-term planning.

APS can support advisers in their client conversations. A giving fund in the APS Foundation can be set up in one day with zero setup fees. Call us to discuss the options on 1800 934 483 or contact us here: https://www.australianphilanthropicservices.com.au/contact/

28/06/2026

For many Australians, the desire to give back is deeply personal. Whether driven by lived experience, community connection, or a vision for long-term impact, philanthropy is becoming an increasingly important part of financial and legacy planning.

Yet one question often emerges: how can I give in a way that is both meaningful and structured?

More Australians are looking for ways to give that are:

📌Structured but flexible
📌Meaningful but efficient
📌Personal but scalable

Giving Funds sit at the intersection of these needs. They empower donors to move from one-off generosity to strategic impact.

Everyone’s giving is different - but having the right structure and giving support can make all the difference.

APS can discuss your unique circumstance and the options available. Call us on 1800 934 483 or contact us here: https://www.australianphilanthropicservices.com.au/

27/06/2026

One of the most compelling reasons to establish a Giving Fund is the ability to create a legacy. Rather than a single act of generosity, donors can:

✔️Build a sustained program of support
✔️Involve children and future generations in philanthropy
✔️Develop a clear purpose and focus for their giving
✔️Leave behind an enduring impact that continues beyond their lifetime

In this way, philanthropy becomes more than generosity - it becomes a defining part of identity and legacy.

APS can set up a giving fund in one day with no set up fees, so there’s still time. Call us on 1800 934 483 or contact us here: https://www.australianphilanthropicservices.com.au/

25/06/2026

Most people rush their charitable giving at the end of the financial year. ⏰

But what if you could lock in your tax deduction now and take your time deciding exactly where the money goes?

That's the power of a giving fund.

𝗦𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗶𝗳𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 means:

✅ You secure your tax deduction before 30 June
✅ You're not pressured into hasty decisions about where your money goes
✅ You have the space to research causes, consult your family, and give with intention
✅ Your generosity is thoughtful, not reactive

The good news? Setting up a Giving Fund through the APS Foundation takes just one day and comes with zero setup fees. There's no reason to wait.

If you've been meaning to get more intentional about your giving, there is still time this financial year to start.

Find out more here: https://www.australianphilanthropicservices.com.au/givers/aps-foundation/

18/06/2026

𝗘𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗮𝘅 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮

Australian Philanthropic Services (APS) has made a formal submission to the Senate Standing Committees on Economics regarding the proposed 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝘄𝘀 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗧𝗮𝘅 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭) 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗧𝗮𝘅 𝗥𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗔𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 (𝗧𝗮𝘅 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗡𝗼. 𝟭) 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲.

Our focus is simple:

👉 Protect and strengthen the incentives that encourage Australians to give.

As currently drafted, the proposed Capital Gains Tax (CGT) changes risk having an unintended consequence - reducing the incentive to donate, particularly at the very moment when many Australians choose to give following a significant capital event.

A fundamental principle of Australia’s tax system has long been that donations to Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) charities should not be taxed. The proposed minimum CGT framework, in its current form, does not fully preserve this principle.

𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗱:

Introduce a mechanism allowing charitable donations to be appropriately recognised within the minimum CGT calculation - ensuring the policy aligns with the Government’s stated objective to support and grow giving.

The intent of changes to taxation matters – but so does the detail.

With thoughtful adjustments, we have an opportunity to ensure tax changes continue to 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆, 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿.

We look forward to continued engagement with Treasury and the broader sector as this important discussion evolves.

15/06/2026

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 📈❤️

Philanthropy often gets framed as a simple trade-off: give more now versus grow your wealth for later. But our Founder Chris Cuffe in a recent Firstlinks article highlights a more nuanced truth - investment performance and generosity aren’t opposites; they’re deeply connected.

Strong, consistent returns can actually amplify long-term impact. The better your capital compounds, the more you can ultimately give - whether that’s through structured philanthropy, family foundations, or strategic donations.

A few takeaways:

📌𝗥𝗲𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: Higher investment performance creates a larger pool for future giving
📌𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀: Effective compounding can significantly increase the scale of contributions over time
📌𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆: Aligning investment decisions with philanthropic goals can maximise both financial outcomes and societal impact

Wealth isn’t just about accumulation - it’s about what it enables over time.

📖 Worth the read: https://www.firstlinks.com.au/why-strong-returns-matter-as-much-as-generosity

10/06/2026

𝗙𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝗱𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱𝗻’𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘆 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀. 𝗜𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘆 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺.

In today's Adviser Voice article, APS CEO Judith Fiander explains why June 30 remains a critical moment for strategic philanthropy.

While proposed tax changes are still being finalised, there is currently an opportunity for donors to act with certainty. Contributing to a structured giving vehicle - such as a giving fund or sub-fund in a public ancillary fund - allows donors to secure a tax deduction now, with the flexibility to apply it over the next five years.

Beyond individual benefits, structured giving plays a broader role - providing charities with more predictable funding and enabling longer-term planning, especially in uncertain economic conditions.

Notably, ATO data shows that around half of Australians earning over $1 million annually claim no charitable tax deductions - highlighting a significant opportunity for more effective giving. For those considering their EOFY planning, this is a timely reminder: acting before June 30 can create both immediate and lasting impact.

Read the full article: https://www.adviservoice.com.au/2026/06/federal-budget-uncertainty-strengthens-the-case-for-june-30-giving/

If you're thinking about setting up a giving structure, it can be done quickly. Giving funds have no set up fees and can be established in just one day. Give us a call on 1800 934 483 or contact us here: https://www.australianphilanthropicservices.com.au/contact/

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