Operation Smile Australia Limited

Donation Funded iconThis charity receives a significant portion of its funding (specifically, more than 30% of its total revenue) directly from donations and bequests. This indicates that public contributions are a crucial financial lifeline for their mission.Volunteer Powered iconThis charity relies heavily on the incredible dedication of volunteers. It means their operations are significantly powered by volunteer efforts, where the collective contribution of volunteers is either substantial compared to paid staff, or their work is entirely run by volunteers. Your time and skills could make a huge difference here!Tax Deductible iconThis charity or fund is currently recognised by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations of $2 or more made to this entity are tax-deductible for the donor. This status is typically derived from official ABR (Australian Business Register) data and signifies eligibility for DGR status.
Website:
operationsmile.org.au
ABN:
57 086 621 427
Location:
South Brisbane, QLD
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
Registration Status:
Registeredthe charity’s registration is active
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:
Tax DeductibleThis charity or fund is currently recognised by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR). Donations of $2 or more made to this entity are tax-deductible for the donor. This status is typically derived from official ABR (Australian Business Register) data and signifies eligibility for DGR status.
Operation Smile Australia is a children’s medical charity dedicated to providing safe, effective and timely healthcare to children and young adults in developing nations. Our focus is on the craniofacial area and we typically treat conditions such as cleft lip and cleft palate, encephalocele, complex facial clefts and tumours through surgery and associated care such as nutrition, pyschosocial, speech and dentistry. Our volunteer medical professionals also provide training and support to local health professionals to help build sustainability in the countries we work in. In providing excellent healthcare and training for medical professionals in low income countries this we are meeting the challenge set by the United Nations in it’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals https://www.who.int/healthtopics/sustainable developmentgoals#tab=tab_3 . The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a collection of 17 interlinked global goals designed to be a blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all. The SDGs were conceived in 2015 by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and are intended to be achieved by the year 2030. Operation Smile Australia is committed in contributing towards the 2030 United Nations Sustainable Development Agenda grounded in 26 years of experience delivering healthcare to children in low income environments, Operation Smile Australia enables it’s partners in these countries to build the capacity of vulnerable health systems and empower local medical champions to reduce barriers to care in their communities. As well as working with our partner countries OSA also brings children to Australia with complex medical conditions to receive surgery than cannot be performed in their home country. These surgeries are carried out at the Mater Hospital in Brisbane.

International Activities

Operation Smile Australia provides free reconstructive surgeries in the countries listed by sending Australian volunteer medical professionals i=in missions the country. OSA also funds the payment of medical consumables so the hospital it is working from is not impacted negatively in any way. Operation Smile Australia also conducts education and training for craniofacial healthcare professionals in the Philippines through one-on-one training as well as classroom education and training for all healthcare specialities associated with craniofacial surgery.

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 (Medium)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 Time13
Part Time04
Casual53
Volunteers20071
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.2.5818.76
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.7752%2964%
Avg Employee Expenses per FTEThis is the average amount of employee-related expenses (like salary and benefits) spent per full-time equivalent staff member.$97,835$344,499

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.

Has Related Party Transactions: No

Has Documented Policies:Indicates whether the charity has formal, documented rules and procedures for managing and reporting transactions with related parties. N/A

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 Medium Charity (Annual revenue of $500,000 to under $3 million)

Medium charities must submit an Annual Information Statement (AIS) and a financial report that is either reviewed or audited. Unlike large charities, they are not required to provide as detailed a breakdown of their non-current assets and liabilities or disclose remuneration for key management personnel.

CategoryCharity ValueThis charity's own reported figure, taken from its most recently lodged Annual Information Statement (AIS) with the ACNC.Australian Average (Medium)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.$-49,617$-26,307
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.$768,658$3,084,370
Total RevenueTotal Revenue plus Other Income. It represents the total income before any expenses are deducted.$566,304$1,001,328
Donations and BequestsIncome received from individuals, foundations, or corporations in the form of gifts, donations, and bequests (gifts left in a will). $480,367 $224,240
Revenue from Goods and ServicesIncome generated from selling goods or providing services that are part of the charity's mission or fundraising activities. $15,619 $277,018
Revenue from GovernmentFunding received from local, state, or federal government bodies, including grants and contracts for services. $0 $337,678
Revenue from InvestmentsIncome earned from the charity's investments, such as interest from bank accounts, dividends from shares, and rent from property. $36 $64,860
Other RevenueIncome from any other sources that don't fit into the main categories. $70,282 $66,270
Other IncomeOther non-operating income, such as one-off gains from the sale of assets. $0 $30,943
Total ExpensesThe total cost incurred by the charity in carrying out its activities, including program, administrative, and fundraising costs.$615,921$1,027,635
Employee ExpensesAll costs related to paying staff, including salaries and wages, superannuation, and other employee benefits. $252,415 $510,254
Grants and Donations (Australia)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals within Australia to support their work. $0 $87,517
Grants and Donations (Overseas)Funds and donations distributed by the charity to other organisations or individuals outside of Australia for international aid and development. $199,566 $24,887
Other ExpensesAll other operational expenses not classified elsewhere, such as administration, fundraising, and program-specific costs. $163,940 $407,659
Other Comprehensive IncomeIncome and expenses, such as revaluation surplus, that are not recognised in the net surplus/deficit but are included in total comprehensive income. $0 $17,702
Total Comprehensive IncomeNet Surplus/Deficit plus Other Comprehensive Income. It represents the total change in a charity's net assets from all transactions and events. $-49,617 $-8,805
Total AssetsThe total value of everything the charity owns that has monetary value, including cash, investments, buildings, and equipment.$791,233$3,838,348
Total Current AssetsAssets that are expected to be used or converted into cash within one year, such as cash in the bank and short-term investments. $779,146 $1,508,868
Total Non-current AssetsAssets that are not expected to be used or converted into cash within one year, such as land and buildings. $12,087 $2,329,480
Total LiabilitiesThe total amount of money and obligations the charity owes to others.$22,575$753,978
Total Current LiabilitiesDebts and obligations that are due to be paid within one year, such as accounts payable and short-term loans. $19,051 $492,976
Total Non-current LiabilitiesDebts and obligations that are not due to be paid within one year. $3,524 $261,002

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