For the 99.95% of NFPs operating outside that top tier, the message is clear: the environment is tougher than ever. Relying on passive donations is no longer a viable strategy for survival, let alone growth.

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A single $4.9 billion donation skewed the entire Australian charity landscape in 2023. But once you look past that headline number, the ACNC’s latest report reveals a harsh and urgent reality for the sector.

The 11th Edition of the ACNC Australian Charities Report paints a picture of extreme polarisation. While one mega-donation captured headlines, the underlying data tells a different story:

Stagnant Growth: Without that single gift, total donations grew by a mere 0.4% from the previous year.

Extreme Concentration: A tiny cohort of just 30 charities (a minuscule 0.05% of the sector) received approximately 40% of ALL donations and bequests.

The Silent Crisis: Most alarmingly, about 34% of all registered charities reported receiving ZERO donations. For extra-small charities, the situation is even more dire, with nearly half (44%) receiving no donations at all.