1. PROGRAM PURPOSE & ACNC COMPLIANCE

1.1 Charitable Objectives

In accordance with the 5 Star Charitable Trust Deed and Australian Charities and Not for-profits Commission (ACNC) requirements:

• Relief of disadvantage for Gudjala people experiencing financial hardship
• Support for vulnerable elders within the Gudjala community
• Advancement of health by addressing medical and dental needs
• Advancement of education for young Gudjala people
• Preservation and advancement of Gudjala culture

1.2 Governance Structure

Trustee: NAC maintains oversight through the Board

• Delegated Authority: Chairperson and Treasurer (executives)
• Conflict Resolution: Escalates to other delegated directors per NAC RNTBC Rulebook
• Emergency Overrides: Full trustee review via circular resolution process

2. ELIGIBILITY FRAMEWORK

2.1 Primary Eligibility Requirements

ALL applicants must meet:

1. Identity Verification:

• Registered common law Gudjala person, OR
• Child of registered Gudjala person with NAC

2. Financial Need Assessment:

• Living at or below modest lifestyle (Social Security/Aged Pension level)
• Demonstrated financial hardship or disadvantage

3. Government Support Priority:

• Must have accessed all available government support first
• Evidence required of government support applications/outcomes

4. Documentation Requirements:

• Photo ID and current address verification
• Proof of relationship to Gudjala people
• Evidence supporting application category (medical certificates, bills, etc.)

2.2 Application Processing Authority

• All applications: Submitted to Future Fund Officer
• Emergency applications in line with policy: CEO/Future Fund Officer decision
• Emergency applications outside the policy: Escalated to delegated directors (Chairperson & Treasurer)
• Conflict situations: Other delegated directors per NAC RNTBC Rulebook
• Staff conflict situations: To be escalated to the CEO and 2 delegated Directors