Frequently Asked Questions
Yes – all Donations of $2 and over for the alleviation of poverty through
development and education projects are tax deductible.
Donations for non-development / religious projects are NOT tax
deductible.
Salesian Missions Australia supports various Don Bosco projects in
developing countries. It is our policy that funds are distributed in
accordance with the wishes of donors. Salesian Missions Australia
respects the wishes of donors in determining the direction of their gift.
Australian Salesian Mission Overseas Aid Fund (ASMOAF) was
founded in the 1960’s and is part of the Salesians of Don Bosco –
Australia-Pacific Province (Salesian Society (Vic) Inc.), in more recent
times it is officially known as Salesian Missions Australia. The
Salesians of Don Bosco are an international organisation of Catholic
priests and brothers dedicated to the service of the young, especially
the vulnerable and marginalised.
We operate under the legal name, Australian Salesian Mission
Overseas Aid Fund (ASMOAF), but more commonly known as
Salesian Missions Australia. ASMOAF is a Trust Fund owned and
operated by Salesian Society (Vic) Inc.
Our Mission is to support our partners in providing education and
assistance that empowers vulnerable young people and communities
to overcome adversity and shape their own futures.
Our primary function is to assist the Salesians of Don Bosco in
developing countries in their work for the alleviation of poverty and the
promotion of development, by providing funds through the generosity of
donors for Don Bosco schools which are well regarded in their local
communities.
Salesian Missions Australia supports local Salesian partners across
some of the world’s most vulnerable communities, helping young
people and families access education, skills training, healthcare,
humanitarian assistance, and sustainable development opportunities.
Working in partnership with local leaders, we create lasting change that
empowers communities and supports a brighter future.
We have supported various counties over our 60+ years. To see the
most recent list of countries supported – click here.
As we are part of the Salesians of Don Bosco – Australia-Pacific
Province; it is our responsibility also to take care of our Pacific
neighbours, Samoa and Fiji.
Salesian Missions Australia makes every effort to keep administration
costs low.
We acknowledge that robust financial and administrative systems are
needed to ensure we serve those most in need, in the most efficient,
effective and transparent way.
Administration fees allow us to comply with;
• The Australian Tax Office
• Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC)
• Australian Council for International Development (ACFID) Code
of Conduct
This is essential for a sustainable and accountable organisation and to
give you the peace of mind that your donation is being used how you
intended – to help the vulnerable in developing nations build a better
future, through education and vocational training.
No. Salesian Missions Australia is committed to protecting the privacy
of donors and correspondents. All information provided remains private
and confidential. The donor database is not rented, sold or exchanged.