OTIS Tax Status

Legal Entity

The Otis Foundation was incorporated as a Public Company Limited by Guarantee on 10 July 2000 under the Corporations Law of Victoria, and registered for GST on 1 July 2000. Our Australian Company Number (CAN) is 093 705 296 and our Australian Business Number (ABN) is 53 093 705 296.

Deductible Gift Recipient

The Otis Foundation is endorsed as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) under Subdivision 30-BA Subdivision 30-15, Item 1 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 as item 4.1.1, a public benevolent institution. All donations $2 and over are tax deductible.

Endorsement as an income tax exempt charitable entity

The Otis Foundation qualifies for income tax exemption under Section 50-B, Subdivision 50-5 Item 1.1 of the Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 as a charitable institution.

Otis Retreats

Our Vision: To reduce the psychological impact on those living with breast cancer, their families and communities through the provision of a national network of quality retreats provided at no accommodation cost. Our Mission: To provide sanctuaries to nurture those facing the challenges of living with breast cancer.