One of the most effective tax-deductible donations you can make is one that supports the work of Save the Children. We go to the toughest places to save children from disasters, conflict and disease. When children are being exploited, neglected or abused, we respond to protect them from harm. You can find information below on how to claim a donations tax deduction and the benefits of donating, in addition to receiving a donation tax deduction.
We are one of 30 members of Save the Children International, a child-focused, independent and secular, development organisation, working in more than 117 countries. We have been helping children for over 100 years and over 80% of all donations go towards program expenditure. We also have policies in place that ensure our ongoing accountability. Here is some useful information regarding donations and taxes:
Why take advantage of charitable deductions?
Through donations, along with receiving a charitable deduction and reducing your tax, your support goes towards struggling children who can be given an education, a healthy start in life and the chance to go further than they ever dreamed possible. Here are just some of the stories about how your donation can make a positive difference. We also provide emergency response support around the globe and run programs in partnership with local communities to create change for children and families and their communities.
How to claim a donation tax-deduction
With donations and tax deductions, a donation of $2 or more must be made. Charitable deductions in Australia can only be made if the donation is made to an organisation with DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status. Save the Children has DGR status so you will be able to receive the donation deduction.
To claim a donation tax deduction:
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You must have a record of your donation, such as a receipt. We send out tax receipts for donations at the end of each financial year
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When filling out your tax return, you record your charity tax deduction under Section D9 (Gifts and Donations).
Make sure we have your most up to date details on file to ensure you receive your receipt so you can claim your charitable deduction. If you need a copy of your donations tax receipt, we can also send a copy out to you.
Gifts and donations tax
If you want to give a tax-deductible gift, it is important to note that when it comes to gifts and donations tax, you need to voluntarily transfer your gift or property without receiving, or expecting to receive, any material benefit or advantage in return. Receiving a material benefit in return would classify your gift as a contribution. Extra conditions apply for contributions
Make a donation today so you can claim the donations tax-deduction
To take advantage of the donation tax-deduction make a single donation today or you can make a monthly donation. To take advantage of gifts and donations tax deduction, read information on making a bequest. Or read our Gifts & Will Guide for making a tax-deductible gift.
You can help save the life of a hungry child
Two-year-old Biel was suffering from severe acute malnutrition. His mum Aker feared for his life. She'd already lost two of her children to the same health condition - now she's faced with the terror of losing a third child, little Biel.
But thanks to tax-deductible donations our trained health worker Elizabeth was able to treat Biel before it was too late. She provided Plumpy Nut, a ready to use therapeutic food, filled with the nutrients Biel’s small body needed to recover.
With your tax-deductible donations, our team also provides cash support so Aker can buy food, medicines and other essential items the child needs, and help him thrive.