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COVID19 Emergency Relief financial crises- Migrant Support Clients: Utility expense assistance
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Australian Red Cross Society has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the ACNC.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 1,084 human services charities in Australia with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Australian Red Cross Society draws on its financial disclosures and its registration, in line with the typical human services charities in Australia it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- leadership details
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAustralian Red Cross Society is a registered human services nonprofit based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). Its registration number is 50169561394. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization meets the ATO's endorsement requirements. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 63/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports A$1.1B in annual revenue. No red flags have been detected. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.
Australian Red Cross Society's official registration number is 50169561394, as recorded in the national registry of Australia.
Australian Red Cross Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 63 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for human services charities in Australia is 66/100.
Australian Red Cross Society is located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Its registered address is GPO Box 9949, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Based on official tax filings, Australian Red Cross Society has A$1.1B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of A$6M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Australian Red Cross Society is classified as a Human Services organization, registered in Australia. It operates as an Other Incorporated Entity. By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has A$1.1B in annual revenue.
No red flags have been detected for Australian Red Cross Society. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Australian Red Cross Society holds Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) endorsement from the Australian Taxation Office, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization meets the ATO's endorsement requirements. It is registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
COVID19 Emergency Relief financial crises- Migrant Support Clients: Utility expense assistance Australian Red Cross Society is classified as a human services organization registered in Australia.
Among human services charities registered in Australia: Its annual revenue of A$1.1B is well above the peer average of A$6M.
Yes - Australian Red Cross Society is endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR), so gifts of $2 or more are tax-deductible for Australian donors. GiveRadar verifies this against the official Australian Business Register and re-checks it weekly. Keep your receipt for your tax return.
Filing history
5 years on file from ACNC (Australia) (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Australian donations are deductible if Australian Red Cross Society holds DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status from the ATO. Check the DGR register before claiming.
Australian Red Cross Society is registered in Australia. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Australian Red Cross Society is registered in Australia. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
Always confirm tax treatment with the charity directly or your tax advisor before donating.
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Latest news
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Australian Red Cross Lifeblood launches 'Unlikely Version' campaign to highlight donation impact - Mi-3.com.au
kikki.K creates fresh new look for Australian Red Cross Lifeblood - Lifeblood
Sydney Swans and Australian Red Cross Lifeblood kick off 2026 partnership - sydneyswans.com.au
Donate For Jake Round, supporting Australian Red Cross Lifeblood - ACT Cricket
Australian Red Cross Lifeblood Calls for Urgent Blood Donations After Bondi Beach Terror Attack - Rolling Stone Australia
Metallica and Australian Red Cross Lifeblood unite to put blood donation centre stage - Lifeblood
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
- Financial filings
- Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Wikidata structured data
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Named leadershipBoard and officer list not yet indexed
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Mission statementNo self-published statement of purpose
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Founding dateYear founded not on file
Methodology
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Quick facts about Australian Red Cross Society
- What is Australian Red Cross Society?
- Australian Red Cross Society is a human services other incorporated entity based in Melbourne, Australia. COVID19 Emergency Relief financial crises- Migrant Support Clients: Utility expense assistance
- Where is Australian Red Cross Society located?
- Headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
- What is Australian Red Cross Society's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately A$1B+.
- Is Australian Red Cross Society trustworthy?
- Australian Red Cross Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 63 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Australian Red Cross Society's registration number?
- Registration: 50169561394 (Australia).
- What is Australian Red Cross Society's website?
- https://redcross.org.au
- Are donations to Australian Red Cross Society tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Australia under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.