At NeuroThrive Australia, we believe that integrity, accountability, and transparency are the foundation of trust.
As a registered charity, we are fully compliant with Australian regulations and committed to using every dollar responsibly to make a measurable difference in people’s lives.
💙 Our Legal Status
Registered Charity: NeuroThrive Australia
ABN: 12 268 116 839
Charity Type: Health Promotion Charity (HPC)
Endorsements:
Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) — donations of $2 or more are tax-deductible in Australia Health Promotion Charity endorsement under the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
📄 You can verify our registration and annual reports on the official ACNC Register.
🧠 Governance Principles
We operate under a clear and ethical governance framework that prioritises:
Transparency – open reporting and clear communication Accountability – responsible management of all funds and activities Integrity – decisions guided by evidence and community input Inclusion – diverse voices shaping our direction and programs Child Safety – unwavering commitment to the national Child Safe Standards
👥 The Board of Directors
Our volunteer Board provides strategic direction and oversight to ensure NeuroThrive’s sustainability and compliance.
They bring expertise in governance, finance, communications, community engagement, and lived experience of neurodiversity.
Current board members include:
Yoshiko Yano – President & Founder Andrew Polino – Communications & Media Glenn Shiell – Strategy & Partnerships Peter Hvala – Governance & Compliance Lina Fang – Treasurer
💼 Financial Transparency
We publish annual financial reports and updates in line with ACNC requirements.
Our finances are independently reviewed, and we ensure that:
The majority of funds go directly into community programs and resources Administrative costs are kept to a minimum All donor and grant funds are tracked and reported ethically
📜 Key Policies
All policies are available upon request via policies@neurothrive.org.au.
Current policies include:
Constitution and Governance Charter Conflict of Interest Policy Child Safe & Wellbeing Policy Privacy and Data Protection Policy Financial Management & Donation Policy Inclusion and Accessibility Policy
🌿 Accountability to Our Community
We recognise that our supporters, donors, and families trust us to act in their best interests.
That’s why we:
Share impact updates and community reports publicly Welcome community feedback Operate with complete transparency on how funds are used
We are stewards of community trust — and every decision we make is guided by that responsibility.
📩 Contact the Board
For formal correspondence, policy access, or governance-related enquiries:
📧 governance@neurothrive.org.au
📍 NeuroThrive Australia, Port Melbourne VIC
NeuroThrive Australia — building an inclusive future with integrity, care, and accountability.
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