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Not-for-profit organizations in Australia are struggling to meet rising demand for their services due to increasing overhead costs, with expenses outpacing revenue growth in the 2024 reporting period.
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Who
Australian Charities and Not-for-Profit Commission (ACNC), Wayside Chapel, Foodbank, COS We Care, Emma Healy, Carly Du Toit, Sue Woodward, Jennifer Birks, Ann Cooper
What
Not-for-profit organizations in Australia are struggling to meet rising demand for their services due to increasing overhead costs, with expenses outpacing revenue growth in the 2024 reporting period.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 01:30:17 GMT · 1h 47m ago
Where
Australia ·
Why
The impact of interest rate hikes, inflation, international conflict, and a decline in donations and bequests are causing expenses to outpace revenue growth, while demand for services increases due to the cost-of-living crisis and impending winter.
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How this affects you
Australian charities are facing a critical challenge as higher operating costs and increased demand strain their capacity to provide essential services to a growing number of vulnerable people, including those experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. This situation, exacerbated by economic uncertainty and the onset of colder weather, indicates a widening gap between community needs and support resources.
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