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Samoa, Philippines & Sumatra Disasters - Collections on Behalf of an Overseas Aid Fund
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| Are you? |
- Intending to assist those affected by the recent natural disasters? |
| At a glance: |
- The Tax Office is encouraging Australians to donate to the relief efforts in Samoa, the Philippines and Indonesia and is reminding taxpayers that they can claim their donations in their 2009/10 tax returns. |
| You should: |
- Be aware of the ways in which you can help those affected.
- Contact us if you require any clarification or advice. |
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On September 30, 2009 Samoa, American Samoa and Tonga were struck by a tsunami, while Sumatra was hit by an earthquake which caused significant damage.
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A few days earlier, tropical storm "Ondoy" caused widespread damage to parts of the Philippines.
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Various appeals have been launched to help victims of these disasters. In addition, some organisations have begun collecting cash donations on behalf of charitable organisations to support the relief operations in affected areas.
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Employers may collect donations from their employees on behalf of a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) through a workplace giving program or salary sacrifice arrangement.
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Organisations that collect donations on behalf of DGR's must ensure that they comply with their state and territory collections provisions.
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The Tax Office has reminded the public that donations to an appeal are only tax deductible if the organisation operating the appeal is endorsed as a DGR and is an overseas aid fund.
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For more information about making tax deductible donations, making collections on behalf of a DGR and related issues click here or visit the ATO website at http://www.ato.gov.au
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