The Smith Family
Based in NSWProvides long-term education support to disadvantaged children and young people in Australia, through programs like Learning for Life and Learning Clubs.
- Education
- Tax deductible
- ACNC registered
Donate to charity in Australia
You can donate to charity in Australia with a one-off gift, a monthly donation or a gift in someone's name. Start with one of these six well-supported charities, give in about a minute, and 100% of your donation goes to them.
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Ways to give to charity in Australia
Most people start with money, because it's the most flexible gift. A one-off donation helps right now, while a monthly gift gives a charity steady funding it can plan around. You can also give in someone's name as a present. Our guide to donating to charity as a gift shows how.
Other ways to give include sponsoring a child, donating goods and volunteering your time. Our guides to sponsoring a child and giving back to the community cover those in more detail.
Whichever way you give, check the charity first. Look for ACNC registration, and deductible gift recipient (DGR) status if you want a tax deduction. For a longer list, see our guide to the best charities to donate to in Australia.
- One-off giftA single donation, good for a crisis or a cause on your mind today.
- Monthly givingRegular support that charities can plan around.
- A gift in someone's nameA donation given as a present, with the receipt kept in your name.
Six Australian charities to start with
Each one is ACNC-registered and listed on Tap4Change. Tap a card to see their profile, their latest updates and how to give.
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The Fred Hollows Foundation
Based in NSWWorks to improve and protect people's sight around the world through screenings, operations, treatments and training.
- Eye health
- Tax deductible
- ACNC registered
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Cancer Council NSW
Based in NSWWorks to reduce cancer and improve life for people affected by it, through prevention, research, a support helpline and advocacy.
- Cancer support
- Tax deductible
- ACNC registered
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UNICEF Australia
Based in NSWSupports nutrition, health, education, sanitation and protection programs for children in need, in Australia and overseas, especially in emergencies.
- Children
- Tax deductible
- ACNC registered
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RSPCA NSW
Based in NSWInvestigates animal cruelty complaints, provides animal care, and runs community programs such as access to vet care.
- Animal welfare
- Tax deductible
- ACNC registered
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Bush Heritage Australia
Based in VICProtects and manages natural habitats across Australia, working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander partners and farming communities.
- Nature
- Tax deductible
- ACNC registered
Want a different charity? Search all 60,000+ charities. How we picked these six: from Tap4Change's charity data, we took the charity with the highest recent annual donations in six different causes, all rated 3 stars with a complete profile. Hospitals, schools, universities and religious groups were left out.
A thank you perk from brands that do good
Some donations come with a thank you perk from a partner brand, like a voucher or a free product. It's a small thanks for showing up, never the reason to give. Offers change often, so check what's on when you donate.
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Find a cause that fits you
Not sure where to start? Pick the cause closest to your heart, then the charity. Here's what a few of the charities above do.
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Kids and learning
Long-term education support helps kids stay in school and build a future.
The Smith Family runs Learning for Life -
Sight
Screenings and operations can help people keep or regain their sight.
The Fred Hollows Foundation funds eye operations and treatments -
Animals
Cruelty investigations and vet care help animals in need across the state.
RSPCA NSW runs an Access to Vet care program -
Nature
Protecting land keeps habitats safe for native plants and animals.
Bush Heritage Australia buys and protects land for conservation
What your donation actually pays for
Your donation pays for the programs, people and supplies each charity needs, from tutors and eye surgeons to vets and rangers. Money that isn't tied to one project lets a charity put it where it's needed most that month.
Programs listed come from each charity's details in Tap4Change's charity data. For how fees, ACNC registration and tax receipts work, see the Tap4Change FAQs, the ACNC Charity Register and the ATO's gifts and donations guide.
Donating to charity questions, answered
How do I donate to charity in Australia?
Choose a charity, pick an amount and pay online. On Tap4Change that takes about a minute: open a profile, tap donate, and choose a one-off or monthly gift.
New to giving online? Our guide on how to donate money online walks through each step.
How do I choose which charity to donate to?
Start with the cause you care about most, then check the charity is ACNC-registered and clear about its programs. If a tax deduction matters, look for DGR status, which every Tap4Change profile shows near the top.
You can search all 60,000+ charities on Tap4Change by name or cause, and follow their updates after you give.
Are charity donations tax deductible in Australia?
Yes, if the charity you choose is eligible. Tax deductibility is shown at the top of each charity's page on Tap4Change. Donations to a charity endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), and covered by Item 1 of the table in section 30-15 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997, are tax deductible.
All six charities on this page are marked as tax deductible in our charity data. You can download your receipt from your profile to claim it at tax time.
Does all of my donation reach the charity?
Yes. Charities receive 100% of donations made through Tap4Change, and Tap4Change doesn't take a fee.
When you donate you can add an optional tip, which helps keep the platform running. It's completely optional and separate from your donation.
What is a thank you perk, and does it change my donation?
A thank you perk is a small gesture from a brand that partners with Tap4Change, such as a voucher or a free product, offered with some donations. Your donation still goes 100% to the charity. The perk comes from the brand, and offers rotate, so what's available depends on when you give.
If you can't donate right now, reach out to the Tap4Change team at support@tap4change.org. Sharing a charity's page is a great way to help too.