🇦🇺ACNC5B

Form 5B Report false or misleading statement

Form 5B is used to report false or misleading statements made to the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) about registered charities. It should be submitted when you have knowledge of information provided to the ACNC that is incorrect or deceptive.

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Form Overview

Form 5B Report false or misleading statement

This form captures details about the false statement, who made it, when it was made, and how it affects the charity's compliance with ACNC requirements.

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Providing insufficient detail about the false statement
Missing important deadlines for reporting
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Using the wrong form for your situation

Plain English

If you know someone has given wrong information to the charity regulator (ACNC), this form lets you report it. The ACNC uses these reports to make sure charities are being honest and following the rules.

Submission Date

There is no specific deadline for submitting Form 5B, but reports should be made as soon as possible after becoming aware of the false statement to ensure timely action by the ACNC.
Preparation window: collect IDs, supporting records, and signatures in advance.
Final review: verify names, dates, and required fields before submission.

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Quick Facts

Anyone with knowledge of false or misleading statements made to the ACNC about a registered charity can submit this form.

This form captures details about the false statement, who made it, when it was made, and how it affects the charity's compliance with ACNC requirements.

Submit this form as soon as you become aware of a false or misleading statement to the ACNC, as there may be time limits for reporting certain issues.

This form can be submitted through the ACNC online portal or by mail to the ACNC office. Check the ACNC website for current submission methods.

Submitting accurate and timely reports helps maintain the integrity of the charity sector and protects donors, beneficiaries, and the public from potential harm.

Start by gathering all relevant information about the false statement. Complete the form with as much detail as possible, including dates, names, and specific statements that are incorrect. Submit the form through the appropriate channel and keep a copy for your records.

What this form is for

• Use this form when you know someone has provided false information to the ACNC about a charity
• Use this form for reporting statements made to the ACNC specifically
• Use this form when you have credible evidence of the false statement
• Use this form for reporting both intentional deception and unintentional false information
• Do not use this form for reporting general complaints about charity operations

Use this form or another form?

Situation	Likely form	Why it matters	Check before you continue
Reporting misconduct by a charity director	Form 5A	Differentiates between reporting false statements and director misconduct	Check if the issue relates to director behavior or false statements
Reporting serious misconduct by a charity	Form 4	For serious breaches that may require investigation	Determine if the issue is serious enough to warrant Form 4
Requesting changes to charity details	Form 3	For updating charity information, not reporting false statements	Check if you need to update information rather than report false statements
Reporting concerns about a charity's activities	Form 6	For reporting concerns about how a charity operates	Determine if your concern is about operations or false statements

Deadline or filing window

There is no specific deadline for submitting Form 5B, but reports should be made as soon as possible after becoming aware of the false statement to ensure timely action by the ACNC.

Before you submit

• Complete all sections of the form with accurate information
• Include specific details about the false statement
• Provide evidence supporting your claim if available
• Include your contact information for follow-up questions
• Double-check that you've used the correct form number (5B)
• Keep a copy of the submitted form for your records

How to file this form

1Obtain the current version of Form 5B from the ACNC website
2Gather all relevant information about the false statement
3Complete the form with as much detail as possible
4Attach any supporting evidence you have
5Submit the form through the appropriate channel (online or mail)
6Keep a copy of the submitted form and any reference number provided

Known limitations

• This form cannot be used to report issues that occurred before the charity was registered with the ACNC
• The ACNC may not investigate every report submitted through this form
• Anonymous reports may be given less weight than those from identifiable sources
• This form is not for reporting issues with other government agencies
• The form does not replace the need to report serious criminal matters to police

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Current Form Status

Form 5B is the current version used by the ACNC for reporting false or misleading statements. Always check the ACNC website for the most recent version before submitting.

Agency: Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission