How to Make a Tax-Deductible Major Gift to Australia for UNHCR
What is a Major Gift?
A major gift is a significant, intentional monetary contribution that helps drive meaningful, long-term change. Major gifts can respond to immediate needs and enable UNHCR to invest in sustainable solutions that protect, support and empower refugees worldwide. When you make a major gift, you’re not just donating — you’re partnering with us to create a better future.
Whether it's supporting children’s education in displacement camps, rebuilding health infrastructure, or funding emergency relief efforts, your gift helps us plan ahead and scale UNHCR’s impact. Importantly, major gifts are also tax-deductible in Australia, meaning your generosity can support global change while also delivering financial benefits at home.
What Makes a Gift to Australia for UNHCR Tax-Deductible?
In Australia, to claim a tax deduction for a charitable gift, the donation must be made to a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) that has been endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Australia for UNHCR is a registered DGR, which means all eligible donations to us of $2 or more are tax-deductible. For tax guidance, visit the ATO’s official page on gifts and donations.
Tax-deductible major gifts to Australia for UNHCR can include:
- One-off cash donations
- Recurring monthly or annual gifts
- Structured contributions via Trusts, Private Ancillary Funds (PAFs) or Foundations
- Certain in-kind or asset-based donations, provided they meet ATO requirements
How to Donate a Major Gift to Australia for UNHCR
We make the process of giving simple and personal. When you're ready to make a major gift, our Philanthropy team is here to support you every step of the way. You can:
- Make a secure online donation
- Donate via direct bank transfer, with account details provided securely by our team
- Donate via phone
- Establish a philanthropic agreement, tailored in consultation with our team
We encourage you to align your gift with your values and goals. You can choose to:
- Make a general contribution, allowing us to respond wherever the need is greatest
- Support specific regions or countries where UNHCR operates
- Fund specific programs such as shelter, education or women's empowerment
Your giving can also be structured across multiple years, allowing you to create longer-term impact while planning your philanthropic commitments.
Additional Ways to Give
Every donor’s circumstances are different. That’s why we support a range of giving methods that can be tailored to your financial and philanthropic goals. These include:
Structured vehicles for families and individuals who want to manage and distribute charitable funds over time
Including Australia for UNHCR in your Will allows you to create long-term impact
Making a donation in honour of a loved one
Maximise Your Impact with a Tax-Deductible Major Gift
Your major gift can create life-changing opportunities for refugees — and it doesn’t need to be complicated. With expert support from our Philanthropy team, making a tax-deductible major gift is a seamless, rewarding process.
Whether you’re ready to donate today or still exploring your options, we’re here to help you make a gift that aligns with your values and philanthropic goals.
Australia for UNHCR ensures that you have everything you need to confidently maximise your impact. As a major donor, you’ll receive:
- Official tax receipts issued promptly upon receipt of your donation, either digitally or by mail
- Consolidated annual statements if you give regularly or make multiple donations throughout the year
- Impact reporting showcasing how your gift has supported UNHCR’s work on the ground and helped change lives
- Personalised support from a dedicated Philanthropy Manager
- Tailored giving opportunities that match your values and interests
- Invitations to exclusive events, briefings, and field updates
- Opportunities to connect with like-minded donors and humanitarian leaders
Contact our team today to start your giving journey — and help displaced families find safety and hope.