From Sausage Sizzles to Structured Giving: The change in Aussie Philanthropy
Australians are still giving billions, but the way we give is changing with a quiet revolution in how generosity is structured, managed, and sustained over time.
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Private ancillary funds (PAFs)
Donate money into a private ancillary fund (a type of charitable trust) to receive an immediate tax deduction, then use the money put aside to give to charity every year. You or your adviser invest the capital, and we handle everything else.
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Setting up a PAF is easy and cost-effective with APS
PAF management
We’re a one-stop-shop for your PAF’s administration, accounting, compliance and governance
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APS Foundation
A giving fund (also known as a sub-fund) in our public ancillary fund, the APS Foundation, is a satisfying and convenient way to give money to charity over time. We pool donated funds in this communal giving structure, professionally invest them and take care of all the compliance responsibilities.
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Receive a charitable tax deduction on your donation now, which you can spread over five years
Flexible giving
Recommend gifts to charities of your choice
Strong and steady
Tax-free investment returns accrue to your giving fund every month
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Support for your giving
We can develop a plan for your charitable giving, suggest organisations that match your interest areas, inspire your kids’ giving or connect you with like-minded philanthropists.
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Helping charities beyond financial gifts
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