Rotary Australia Overseas Aid Fund

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Website:
rawcs.org.au
ABN:
21 388 376 554
Main Address:
43 Hunter Street, Parramatta, NSW, 2124
Registration Status:
Registeredthe charity’s registration is active
Religious Affiliation:
No Religious AffiliationThis category comprises charities that do not have any religious affiliation. They operate independently of specific religious doctrines and focus on their mission based on secular principles
DGR Status:
Not Tax DeductibleThis charity or fund is currently not recognised by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations made to this entity are generally not tax-deductible for the donor. This status indicates the entity does not hold active DGR endorsement, based on official ABR data.
The sole objective of the Rotary Australia Overseas Aid Fund is to provide developmental aid and relief to people in declared developing countries as identified by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Twenty eight new projects were registered during the year with 288 remaining active from previous years. Below are some examples. Rotarians Against Malaria (RAM) RAM focus is on PNG, Timor Leste, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, and Nusa Tenggara Timor (NTT in Indonesia). Over the year we continued supporting Timor Leste working to maintain zero cases and achieve WHO Malaria free status. Increased surveillance and response in the border areas of Indonesia was also encouraged. Case detection and treatment continued in the Solomons as well as chemicals training and treatment in Vanuatu. RAM partnered with the Global Fund to develop the Finish the Fight fund raising campaign fund for work in our neighbouring countries. Parent RAWCS has underwritten an international Finish the Fight Against Malaria symposium to run before the Rotary International Convention in Melbourne, May 2023. Rotary Australia Repurposing Equipment (RARE) RARE has warehouses in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth delivering needed items to schools, hospitals and communities in the South Pacific. 44 container loads of requested goods were sent to 18 developing countries over the year. Along with medical equipment, supplies and other donated goods, 8 million KN95 facemasks were shipped (Covid), and 25 pallets of medical consumables were airfreighted to Ukraine. Ukraine Crisis Appeal This appeal was reactivated to meet immediate lifesaving needs of the crisisaffected civilian population in Ukraine. Partnering with the Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organizations (AFUO) and Caritas International Ukraine, significant aid has been and continues to be delivered to people in both Ukraine and to Ukrainian refugee arrivals in Australia. Over the year $6.5 M was raised through our shared networks. The Didi Foundation Inc. educating under privileged children and empowering women, Nepal. This long running project for women and children near Pepsicola, Kathmandu, Nepal, continued to provide sustainable futures for the under privileged, regardless of religion or caste by providing a safe environment, education, and nutritious food. Sepik Dental Clinic Korogu Village, Papua New Guinea The project commenced planning in 202122. In a remote low economic area with limited medical facilities and no dental services. The clinic will serve an estimated 200,000 people. Volunteer dentists from Australia will work with our project partner NGO to run the clinic and treat and educate on dental hygiene. Construction of school facilities in Tanzania Funding for construction of Primary School support facilities in selected schools in Tanzania, supervised by the Rotary Club of Moshi Upendo Home. Project will benefit the residents of up to 10 villages.

International Activities

Rotary Australia Overseas Aid Fund (RAOAF) is a charitable trust operated by Rotary Australia World Community Service Limited charity. RAOAF was established for the exclusive purpose of providing relief to persons in DFAT certified developing countries and follows the Rotary International values of providing service to others, maintaining high ethical standards and promoting integrity in all operations while seeking to advance world understanding, goodwill and peace. RAOAF projects fall within the Rotary International seven areas of focus: promoting peace; fighting disease; providing clean water, sanitation and hygiene; saving mothers and children; supporting education; growing local economies, and protecting the environment. At the end of 2021-22 there were 355 international projects operating including 28 new projects initiated during the year. Rotary Australia World Community works with Rotary Clubs and approved charity partners internationally.

Staffing DetailsCharities report the number of full-time, part-time, and casual employees, as well as volunteers, for the last pay period of their reporting year.

MetricCharity ValueAverage (Large)
Full Time071
Part Time368
Casual044
Volunteers7500266
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) is a calculation that represents the number of full-time employees a charity would have if you combined the hours of all its part-time and casual staff.0.75152.98
FTE to Volunteer RatioThis ratio compares the number of volunteers to the number of paid full-time equivalent staff. A higher percentage indicates a greater reliance on volunteers.1000000%5493%
Avg Employee Expenses per FTEThis is the average amount of employee-related expenses (like salary and benefits) spent per full-time equivalent staff member.$0$135,966

Related Party TransactionsA transaction between the charity and a person or entity closely connected to the charity, such as a board member, a major donor, or their family members. These must be disclosed to ensure transparency.

Has Related Party Transactions: No

Has Documented Policies:Indicates whether the charity has formal, documented rules and procedures for managing and reporting transactions with related parties. N

Key Management Personnel (KMP)Key Management Personnel (KMP) are the people who have the authority and responsibility for planning, directing, and controlling the charity's activities. This typically includes board members and senior executives.

Number of KMP: 0

Total KMP Remuneration:The total amount of salary, benefits, and other payments provided to all Key Management Personnel during the reporting period. This is only a required disclosure for large charities. $0

Average Remuneration per KMP (All Large Charities): $153,236

Most Recent Annual Information Submitted 2022

Lodgement was submitted on time.

Reporting Requirements for a Large Charity (Annual revenue of $3 million or more)

Large charities must submit an Annual Information Statement (AIS) and an audited financial report. This is the most comprehensive level of reporting, requiring detailed financial statements and disclosure of key management personnel remuneration. The audit must be conducted by a registered company auditor.

CategoryCharity ValueAustralian Average (Large)
Net Surplus/DeficitThe difference between a charity's total income and its total expenses for the reporting period. A surplus means income was greater than expenses, while a deficit means expenses were greater than income.$4,844$1,935,785
Net Assets/LiabilitiesThe value of what a charity owns (assets) minus what it owes (liabilities). This is also known as total equity or net worth, representing the overall financial position.$212,285$33,917,866
Total RevenueTotal Revenue plus Other Income. It represents the total income before any expenses are deducted.$18,235,475$25,768,468
Donations and BequestsIncome received from individuals, foundations, or corporations in the form of gifts, donations, and bequests (gifts left in a will). $17,717,490 $1,414,701
Revenue from Goods and ServicesIncome generated from selling goods or providing services that are part of the charity's mission or fundraising activities. $0 $0
Revenue from GovernmentFunding received from local, state, or federal government bodies, including grants and contracts for services. $0 $13,200,447
Revenue from InvestmentsIncome earned from the charity's investments, such as interest from bank accounts, dividends from shares, and rent from property. $0 $667,106
Other RevenueIncome from any other sources that don't fit into the main categories. $173,661 $1,680,149
Other IncomeOther non-operating income, such as one-off gains from the sale of assets. $0 $413,492
Total ExpensesThe total cost incurred by the charity in carrying out its activities, including program, administrative, and fundraising costs.$18,230,631$23,825,430
Employee ExpensesAll costs related to paying staff, including salaries and wages, superannuation, and other employee benefits. $0 $13,501,321
Grants and Donations (Australia)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals within Australia to support their work. $0 $950,372
Grants and Donations (Overseas)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals outside of Australia for international aid and development. $15,306,487 $250,150
Interest ExpensesThe cost of borrowed funds, such as interest paid on loans or mortgages. $0 $216,464
Other ExpensesAll other operational expenses not classified elsewhere, such as administration, fundraising, and program-specific costs. $2,924,144 $8,907,710
Other Comprehensive IncomeIncome and expenses, such as revaluation surplus, that are not recognised in the net surplus/deficit but are included in total comprehensive income. $0 $0
Total Comprehensive IncomeNet Surplus/Deficit plus Other Comprehensive Income. It represents the total change in a charity's net assets from all transactions and events. $0 $0
Total AssetsThe total value of everything the charity owns that has monetary value, including cash, investments, buildings, and equipment.$10,134,031$53,416,945
Total Current AssetsAssets that are expected to be used or converted into cash within one year, such as cash in the bank and short-term investments. $10,134,031 $13,603,790
Non-current Loans ReceivableMoney owed to the charity from loans it has made, which is not expected to be repaid within one year. $0 $979,859
Other Non-current AssetsLong-term assets not classified elsewhere, such as property, plant, and equipment. $0 $38,827,504
Total Non-current AssetsAssets that are not expected to be used or converted into cash within one year, such as land and buildings. $0 $39,813,155
Total LiabilitiesThe total amount of money and obligations the charity owes to others.$9,921,746$19,499,079
Total Current LiabilitiesDebts and obligations that are due to be paid within one year, such as accounts payable and short-term loans. $9,921,746 $11,450,927
Non-current Loans PayableMoney the charity owes from loans it has received, which is not due to be paid within one year. $0 $3,633,520
Other Non-current LiabilitiesLong-term debts and obligations not classified elsewhere. $0 $4,414,821
Total Non-current LiabilitiesDebts and obligations that are not due to be paid within one year. $0 $8,048,152