In this episode, join Dr Bi Mian with Cassandra Treadwell, founder and CEO of So They Can, to unpack how doctors can check if a charity is legitimate in Australia and give with confidence. Cass leads an education charity working in Kenya and Tanzania with full DFAT accreditation, and she brings a practical, on-the-ground view of what credible impact looks like.
We cover the big distinctions between a charity, a not-for-profit, and an NGO. More importantly, we show how to treat giving like investing, focusing on accountability, outcomes, and clear reporting.
If you want to direct a portion of your tax to proven programs, avoid common donor traps, and feel certain about where your money goes, this conversation gives you a clean framework to give with purpose, impact, and confidence.
TIME STAMPS:
00:00 Intro/Hook
02:23 Cassandra's Background Where So They Can Started
11:22 What is a charity?
17:54 Registration and Accreditation by ACNC
21:48 How to assess a charity
27:07 Audited annual reports & accountability
31:31 Where So They Can operates
37:26 From $30k to now: how So They Can scaled
47:11 Conclusion/Outro
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SHOW NOTES LINKS
https://au.linkedin.com/in/mian-bi
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassandra-treadwell-00a22832/
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DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for general purposes only and should not be considered personal advice. Always consult with qualified professionals or experts in the relevant field for personalised advice tailored to your specific situation.
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