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Philanthropy in action : legacy, impact and long-term investing
WATCH: Philanthropy in action : legacy, impact and long-term investing and APS Foundation investment update.
Australian Philanthropic Services (APS) makes structured giving simple, so you can focus on supporting the causes that matter to you.
Get startedAustralian Philanthropic Services (APS) is the leading independent, not-for-profit organisation in Australia. Our 950+ clients donated $200 million to charity last year and have committed over $2.4 billion to charity held in structures that we support.
Speak to an expert adviserDonate 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.
Find out moreSetting up a PAF is easy and cost-effective with APS
We’re a one-stop-shop for your PAF’s administration, accounting, compliance and governance
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.
More detailsReceive a charitable tax deduction on your donation now, which you can spread over five years
Recommend gifts to charities of your choice
Tax-free investment returns accrue to your giving fund every month
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.
Find out moreOur offerings to support your giving decisions
Make giving a joyful regular family activity
Helping charities beyond financial gifts
Get started on developing your own giving approach
WATCH: Philanthropy in action : legacy, impact and long-term investing and APS Foundation investment update.
This give list provides a range of not-for-profit organisations working to support people affected by ex-Cyclone Alfred which occurred in March 2025.
The investment objective for the APS Foundation is to achieve a return after fees at least equal to CPI inflation +4% per annum, measured over rolling seven-year periods.