Overview

P&C Federation Board recognises some P&C Associations may experience significant financial challenges from time to time, particularly in their early years of establishment. Should your P&C Association be in a vulnerable financial position, we invite you to contact our office to discuss your financial situation as you may qualify for the Membership Fee Hardship Fund.

How to apply

1. Lodge an expression of interest by calling the office on 1300 885 982 or emailing on mail@pandc.org.au
2. Gather all documentation and information required prior to completing the submission form.
3. Complete the online submission form below.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the Membership Fee Hardship Fund, your P&C Association must submit all the required information and meet the following criteria:

• Be a newly formed or re-establishing P&C Association; or
• Be a current financial member of P&C Federation or provide an explanation why the membership has lapsed;
• Have had a significant decline in turnover, while also considering other factors;
• Have an Australian Business Number (ABN);
• Where relevant, be registered and up to date with Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC);
• Have submitted the P&C Association’s latest audit report;
• All Office Bearer details are up to date through the Member Portal (please contact the office if you don’t have access to the portal);
• All NSW P&C Associations are eligible to apply.

Documents to submit

• Financial records evidencing hardship
• Up-to-date details in the Member Portal
• Provide the following details in a letter addressed to the CEO, Gemma Quinn:
  • Why you believe your P&C Association would be entitled to the Membership Fee Hardship Fund
  • Details of decline in turnover
  • Other reasons that may have affected your P&C Association’s financial situation
  • Your P&C Association’s plans for future financial sustainability.

Important information

Our friendly Member Services team are available to help you through this process. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us on 1300 885 982 or mail@pandc.org.au