Not-for-profit

April 2026

November 2026

Targeted consultation is underway.

To seek sector insights and feedback on the emerging design of the community charity return.

To seek sector insights and feedback on the emerging design of the community charity return. The Taxation Administration (Community Charity) Guidelines 2025 requires community charities to lodge an income tax return. These returns will be compelled annually through a legislative instrument.

We will consult with key stakeholders and sector representatives to design the new return, understand guidance needs and validate our administrative approach. 

• Not-for-profit entities
• Not-for-profit sector peak body associations
• Not-for-profit Stewardship Group
• Tax Practitioner Stewardship Group

Tom Wheeler, Small Business

Tom.wheeler@ato.gov.au