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LEGAL STRUCTURE AND CHARITY REGISTRATION

The Dolphin Research Institute is constituted as a company limited by guarantee and registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission as a “medium charity”. The Institute’s constitution prevents it from paying dividends to members. ABN – 73 097 317 112

The Dolphin Research Institute Ltd is registered with the Australian Tax Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) under the  Income Tax Assessment Act 1997. Donations of $2.00 or more are tax deductible.

The Dolphin Research Institute is also a registered fundraiser with the Department of Justice in Victoria.  Registration # 6193.

The Institute’s Annual Reports, audited accounts and constitution are available for download from our Annual Reports page.