Hold an NSW Charitable Fundraising Authority
Soliciting donations from the NSW public requires authorisation under the Charitable Fundraising Act 1991.
Who must comply
Entities soliciting charitable donations from the NSW public.
What triggers it
Public fundraising in NSW.
When due
Before fundraising commences; periodic renewal.
Evidence required
NSW Fair Trading authority; financial statements; appeal records.
Max penalty
Civil + criminal penalties for unauthorised fundraising; loss of authority
Summary
The Charitable Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW) requires entities fundraising from the NSW public (door-knocking, online appeals, events, telethons) to hold a current Authority issued by NSW Fair Trading. ACNC-registered entities receive a streamlined exemption pathway but separate state authorisation still applies.
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Source: https://nsw.gov.au/business-and-economy/charitable-fundraising. Rules Mate is not a law firm. Always verify against the live regulator source before acting.