The Brain Injury Community Inc

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:
www.thebraininjurycommunity.org.au
ABN:
93 314 118 949
Location:
Mudgeeraba, 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:
Social welfare
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.
2022 to 2023 was another big and important year: We farewelled Sian Wilson and welcomed Nicole Simpson as our Treasurer. Elise Holmes moved to the role of Secretary. We engaged Lyza Rooks of Bookwise, as our bookkeeper. Lyza is also proving to be an incredible asset when it comes to grant applications. We held our first ever fundraising event in conjunction with the Waterloo Bay Hotel. A large number of voluntary hours were donated during the past 12 months to ensure that The Brain Injury Community Inc. could achieve the majority of our strategic goals. Extensive work began to ensure that The Brain Injury Community Inc has a greater footprint within the Queensland and Northern New South Wales Disability sector. More information regarding this will follow from our Secretary and Treasurer later in the meeting. We placed a higher focus on our peer driven events, picnics and experience days which resulted with a higher volume of attendees when compared to 2021/2022. Emphasis was placed into raising the awareness and building The Brain Injury Community Inc s footprint within Queensland and Northern New South Wales areas. Our picnics have proven to so quite successful in the past 12 months, we are now planning to increase the frequency and number of areas where picnics and experience days are held. We have begun collaborating with Social Futures to bring our Picnics to the region of Northern NSW with larger numbers of attendance in all areas. I offer my sincerest gratitude to Gemma from Social Futures for her guidance and her unwavering patience in 2022. Her training and mentoring have been invaluable. Establishing picnics and other events in the Toowoomba region has also been requested by members and service providers alike. Amelia is working with Angela on that project with rollout expected to take place in October 2023. Respite events have also proven to be extremely successful this year. Mostly due to designing and delivering events, based on requests from members which were better suited to build capacity, increase social and community inclusivity and aid in achieving their goals. Our membership registrations have increased significantly and continue to rise each month.

Only Active in Australia

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
Volunteers927
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 2023

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.$23,418$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.$5,153$0
Total RevenueTotal Revenue plus Other Income. It represents the total income before any expenses are deducted.$51,789$79,129
Revenue from GovernmentFunding received from local, state, or federal government bodies, including grants and contracts for services. $6,230 $12,204
Donations and BequestsIncome received from individuals, foundations, or corporations in the form of gifts, donations, and bequests (gifts left in a will). $1,638 $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. $41,359 $17,922
Revenue from InvestmentsIncome earned from the charity's investments, such as interest from bank accounts, dividends from shares, and rent from property. $0 $7,090
Other RevenueIncome from any other sources that don't fit into the main categories. $2,562 $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. $51,789 $79,129
Total ExpensesThe total cost incurred by the charity in carrying out its activities, including program, administrative, and fundraising costs.$28,371$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. $0 $3,352
Other ExpensesAll other operational expenses not classified elsewhere, such as administration, fundraising, and program-specific costs. $28,371 $39,874
Total AssetsThe total value of everything the charity owns that has monetary value, including cash, investments, buildings, and equipment.$11,374$635,756
Total LiabilitiesThe total amount of money and obligations the charity owes to others.$6,221$69,335

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