5. Key points

• Incorporated associations that wish to raise funds from the public for a charitable purpose must have a licence.
• Permission for raising funds in shopping centres must be obtained from the shopping centre management.
• Fundraising in streets and public places in the metropolitan area requires a street appeal permit.
• An association must obtain a licence from the local council for a food stall and a licence from the DRGL for a licence to sell alcohol.
• Additional insurance may be required for fundraising events.
• Obtaining endorsement from the ATO as a DGR could assist eligible associations with fundraising.