On 1 January 2024, the Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) Registers Reform new measure comes into effect, transferring administrative responsibility of 4 unique DGR categories from 4 other government departments to the ATO.
The changes also repeal provisions that require each of the 4 government departments to maintain a separate register.
Currently, we're responsible for administering 48 of the 52 DGR categories. From 1 January 2024 we'll be responsible for administering all DGR categories, including assessing DGR endorsement eligibility for:
- environmental organisations
- harm prevention charities
- cultural organisations
- developing country relief funds or organisations (previously known as overseas aid funds).
This change will:
- simplify the application process
- substantially reduce the time to secure endorsement
- create consistency across all DGR categories.
Transitional provisions are in place and apply to those organisations that:
- are already DGR endorsed in one of the 4 unique DGR categories
- have applications in-progress with one of the 4 government departments and have not been notified of an outcome of their request.
If you are already DGR endorsed in one of the 4 unique DGR categories, you continue to be endorsed if you continue to meet eligibility criteria.
If you have an application in-progress with one of the 4 government departments, you don't need to reapply with us. Your application will be transferred to us from 1 January 2024.
If you are looking to apply for DGR endorsement in one of the 4 unique categories, you can still do so via the relevant government department.
However, from 1 January 2024 you can only apply through us.
This might be a big change for some, but it is important to understand the new DGR requirements. If you’ve got any questions or need help, call 1300 130 248 Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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