The Trustee for MSC Mission Overseas Aid Fund is an Australian nonprofit organisation dedicated to supporting humanitarian and development projects primarily overseas, with a focus on areas such as clean water, disadvantaged youth, health, and environmental sustainability. Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), the organisation's activities include funding projects that provide essential services and resources to vulnerable communities worldwide while also addressing urgent social and environmental needs within Australia.

Overview

The Trustee for MSC Mission Overseas Aid Fund operates through donations which are tax-deductible under Australian law, ensuring that funds are efficiently allocated directly to approved projects. The organisation regularly matches incoming donations to specific project requests, allowing targeted and timely support for initiatives requiring immediate or sustained assistance[1][3].

Areas of Work

Overseas Development Projects

The organisation supports various overseas development projects, including:

• Clean Water Initiatives: Providing access to clean and safe water in numerous countries.
• Youth Programs: Assisting disadvantaged young people to improve their life opportunities.
• Health Projects: Addressing critical health needs, including those related to HIV/AIDS.
• Environmental Programs: Fostering sustainable environmental management practices such as reforestation, soil stabilization, clean-up of waterways, and sustainable agriculture training[1][2].

An example includes a multi-phase environmental sustainability program in the Philippines aimed at empowering poor farmers through education and practical training, benefiting both local communities and ecosystems[2].

Australian Projects

Beyond its overseas focus, the organisation also administers a Necessitous Circumstance Fund that aids disadvantaged individuals and groups within Australia, including remote and urban communities. Examples of such assistance include support for people affected by natural disasters like the NSW bushfires and new migrants requiring immediate help[2].

Funding and Donations

Donations to the Trustee for MSC Mission Overseas Aid Fund can be made through various channels including one-off or regular contributions, workplace giving, bequests, corporate partnerships, and fundraising campaigns. The organisation emphasizes transparency and adheres to high ethical standards to ensure donations effectively reach those in need[4].

Mission and Inspiration

Inspired by Christian values and the teachings of Jesus, the organisation emphasizes service to the poorest and most vulnerable populations. Their motto reflects a commitment to acts of kindness and charity, exemplified by providing even a simple cup of water in service of humanity as having profound significance[4].

Governance and Registration

The organisation is officially registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission and is listed with the Australian Business Number (ABN) 61429047195RR0001. It maintains compliance with regulatory standards and ensures accountability in its operations and fund management[1].

This organisation represents a continuation of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart's (MSC) long tradition of ministry and aid work, particularly in the Northern Territory and through their global networks, embodying a global outreach with deep local roots. Through its dedicated Overseas Aid Fund and Necessitous Circumstance Fund, The Trustee for MSC Mission Overseas Aid Fund facilitates practical support that impacts lives both abroad and in Australia.

[1] https://www.acnc.gov.au/charity/charities/c219a2f9-39af-e811-a962-000d3ad24a0d/profile [2] https://www.mscmission.org.au/donate/about-donations [3] https://www.changepath.com.au/the-trustee-for-msc-mission-overseas-aid-fund [4] https://www.mscmission.org.au [5] https://mscfoundation.org/news/ukraine-recap-campaign