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Explainer: What Is a Public Benevolent Institution and Why It Matters

In the ecosystem of Australian not-for-profits, the label Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) carries both meaning and opportunity. For advocates, service providers, funders and policy-makers alike, understanding what a PBI isβ€”and why the classification mattersβ€”can clarify a range of issues: purpose, compliance, tax status, public trust, and strategy.


Public Benevolent Institution (PBI) Readiness Checklist

Is your organisation eligibleβ€”and readyβ€”to be recognised as a PBI? The checklist below reflects the key interpretive tests used by the ACNC and ATO for assessing whether a charity qualifies as a Public Benevolent Institution.

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