A.S.K. Council of Australia

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Website:
instagram.com/askc.au/
ABN:
44 240 046 276
Location:
Darling Point, NSW
Charity Size:
SmallSmall charities, those with an annual revenue of under $500,000, are often the unsung heroes, deeply rooted in local communities. Think of your local soup kitchen, the neighbourhood environmental group, or the tiny organisation providing crucial support to families in crisis. These charities punch above their weight, delivering highly personalised services and fostering strong connections.
Charity Type:
Healthcare, Social welfare
Registration Status:
Voluntarily Revoked No Longer Operating
Religious Affiliation:
No Religious AffiliationThis category comprises charities that do not have any religious affiliation. They operate independently of specific religious doctrines and focus on their mission based on secular principles
DGR Status:
Not Tax DeductibleThis charity or fund is currently not recognised by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations made to this entity are generally not tax-deductible for the donor. This status indicates the entity does not hold active DGR endorsement, based on official ABR data.
The ASK Council of Australia fundraises for the Operation Restore Hope & ASK Foundation medical mission which facilitates the treatment of under privileged patients in the Philippines with cleft lip & palate. Patients are provided with premedical screening, transport, housing, food, essential medication & after care. The patient care is provided by a multidisciplinary international volunteer medical team from New Zealand, Germany, United Kingdom, the Philippines & Australia. Now that the Covid 19 pandemic has run its course & international borders are again open, the Operation Restore Hope & ASK Foundation to have scheduled a 2024 medical mission. In March 2023, Hector Gonzales, the mission coordinator, liaised with the surgical team & volunteers on a suitable date for the mission, taking into account the new government regulations, seasonal weather conditions and school & cultural events in the Philippines. Via Hoffmann, the head of ASK Foundation, went to the Philippines to investigate the government policies regarding travel entry requirements & public health regulations. She met with Dr. Jeoffrey Pagsisihan, the new director of Ospital nang Paranaque & was successful in gaining his support. She has coordinated people in the provinces to facilitate access for the patients & establish local screening clinics. Advertising posters & banners are being printed to promote the medical mission & will be ready for positioning in November. Transport & hotel accommodations for the volunteers are being organized. It has been confirmed that the Operation Restore Hope & ASK Foundation medical mission for 2024 will be on April 27 to May 3. It is with great regret to announce the passing of ASK Council’s president, Mrs. Salud Ibanez in June. We are dedicating our 2024 medical mission to her for her passionate support of the mission’s goals & the organization itself. Ms. Virginia Nemeth was unanimously voted as president at the executive meeting of ASK Council on September 18, 2023. Even with these recent challenges. the Operation Restore Hope & ASK Foundation team remains committed to fulfill the mission in 2024.

International Activities

Before each medical mission, we liaise with government offices for registration & documentation of the surgical team. We arrange the host hospital where the procedures are done & community hospitals/ clinics that provide emergency care. We supply specialized medical equipment that the host hospital cannot provide.

Staffing DetailsCharities report the number of full-time, part-time, and casual employees, as well as volunteers, for the last pay period of their reporting year.

MetricCharity ValueThis charity's own reported figure, taken from its most recently lodged Annual Information Statement (AIS) with the ACNC.Average (Small)The average figure across all Australian charities of the same size category (Small, Medium, or Large), based on their most recently lodged Annual Information Statements.
Full Time035
Part Time00
Casual00
Volunteers2027
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) is a calculation that represents the number of full-time employees a charity would have if you combined the hours of all its part-time and casual staff.0.002.16
FTE to Volunteer RatioThis ratio compares the number of volunteers to the number of paid full-time equivalent staff. A higher percentage indicates a greater reliance on volunteers.0%5057%
Avg Employee Expenses per FTEThis is the average amount of employee-related expenses (like salary and benefits) spent per full-time equivalent staff member.$0$81,231

Related Party TransactionsA transaction between the charity and a person or entity closely connected to the charity, such as a board member, a major donor, or their family members. These must be disclosed to ensure transparency.

Reporting on related party transactions is not required for small charities.

Key Management Personnel (KMP)Key Management Personnel (KMP) are the people who have the authority and responsibility for planning, directing, and controlling the charity's activities. This typically includes board members and senior executives.

Reporting on Key Management Personnel remuneration is only required for large charities.

Most Recent Annual Information Submitted 2024

Lodgement was submitted on time.

Reporting Requirements for a Small Charity (Annual revenue under $500,000)

Small charities must submit an Annual Information Statement (AIS) but are not required to submit a full financial report. This means they do not have to provide a detailed breakdown of assets and liabilities or submit audited financial statements, though they must keep financial records.

CategoryCharity ValueThis charity's own reported figure, taken from its most recently lodged Annual Information Statement (AIS) with the ACNC.Australian Average (Small)The average figure across all Australian charities of the same size category (Small, Medium, or Large), based on their most recently lodged Annual Information Statements.
Net Surplus/DeficitThe difference between a charity's total income and its total expenses for the reporting period. A surplus means income was greater than expenses, while a deficit means expenses were greater than income.$12,063$1,821
Net Assets/LiabilitiesThe value of what a charity owns (assets) minus what it owes (liabilities). This is also known as total equity or net worth, representing the overall financial position.$12,063$0
Total RevenueTotal Revenue plus Other Income. It represents the total income before any expenses are deducted.$13,058$79,129
Revenue from GovernmentFunding received from local, state, or federal government bodies, including grants and contracts for services. $0 $12,204
Donations and BequestsIncome received from individuals, foundations, or corporations in the form of gifts, donations, and bequests (gifts left in a will). $830 $28,746
Revenue from Goods and ServicesIncome generated from selling goods or providing services that are part of the charity's mission or fundraising activities. $0 $17,922
Revenue from InvestmentsIncome earned from the charity's investments, such as interest from bank accounts, dividends from shares, and rent from property. $12,228 $7,090
Other RevenueIncome from any other sources that don't fit into the main categories. $0 $7,559
Other IncomeOther non-operating income, such as one-off gains from the sale of assets. $0 $5,607
Total Gross IncomeTotal Revenue plus Other Income. It represents the total income before any expenses are deducted. $13,058 $79,129
Total ExpensesThe total cost incurred by the charity in carrying out its activities, including program, administrative, and fundraising costs.$995$77,309
Employee ExpensesAll costs related to paying staff, including salaries and wages, superannuation, and other employee benefits. $0 $19,898
Grants and Donations (Australia)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals within Australia to support their work. $0 $14,184
Grants and Donations (Overseas)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals outside of Australia for international aid and development. $991 $3,352
Other ExpensesAll other operational expenses not classified elsewhere, such as administration, fundraising, and program-specific costs. $4 $39,874
Total AssetsThe total value of everything the charity owns that has monetary value, including cash, investments, buildings, and equipment.$13,058$635,756
Total LiabilitiesThe total amount of money and obligations the charity owes to others.$995$69,335

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