Australian Foundation for Disaster Relief (AFDR)

Last updated: 17.10.2026

1. About this website

This website is operated by the Australian Foundation for Disaster Relief (AFDR).

AFDR is an Australian not-for-profit organisation established to support disaster relief, recovery and rehabilitation efforts by raising funds and facilitating assistance through organisations engaged in these activities.

The website provides information about AFDR, its objectives, fundraising initiatives, partnerships and opportunities for public participation.

2. Information and accuracy

AFDR endeavours to ensure that information published on this website is accurate, relevant and current.

However, information relating to disasters, humanitarian needs, relief operations and fundraising initiatives may change as circumstances develop.

AFDR may update, amend or remove website content without prior notice.

While reasonable care is taken in preparing and publishing information, AFDR does not guarantee that all content will be complete, accurate or current at all times.

3. Nature of AFDR’s activities

AFDR supports disaster relief and recovery initiatives primarily through fundraising, resource mobilisation and collaboration with relevant organisations.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, AFDR does not directly undertake emergency rescue operations, provide frontline medical services or independently deliver disaster response activities.

Information about projects and partner organisations is provided to explain the purpose and intended application of fundraising and support activities.

4. Donations and fundraising information

Information concerning donations, appeals and fundraising initiatives is provided to help supporters make informed decisions.

AFDR seeks to communicate the purpose of each fundraising initiative and the intended use of contributions.

Funds raised are managed in accordance with applicable legal requirements, AFDR’s charitable objectives and the conditions communicated in relevant fundraising appeals.

Where circumstances affecting an appeal change, AFDR may review the allocation of funds in accordance with applicable law and any commitments made to donors.

5. External websites and third-party information

This website may contain links to external websites, organisations, news reports and other information sources.

These links are provided for reference and convenience. Their inclusion does not necessarily constitute endorsement of the organisations, products, services or opinions presented.

AFDR is not responsible for the content, security, accuracy or privacy practices of external websites.

Visitors should review the policies and conditions applicable to third-party websites before using them.

6. Intellectual property

Unless otherwise indicated, the text, graphics, photographs, logos and other materials published on this website are owned by AFDR or used with permission.

Website materials may be viewed and shared for personal, informational and non-commercial purposes, provided the source is acknowledged and the content is not misleadingly altered.

Commercial reproduction, republication or distribution requires prior written permission, unless otherwise permitted by law.

7. Website availability and security

AFDR takes reasonable steps to maintain the availability and security of its website.

However, uninterrupted access cannot be guaranteed. Website services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues or circumstances beyond AFDR’s control.

Visitors are responsible for maintaining appropriate security measures when accessing the website.

8. Feedback and enquiries

AFDR welcomes enquiries, suggestions and feedback regarding its website and published information.

Requests for corrections, clarification or permission to reproduce content may be directed to:

Australian Foundation for Disaster Relief

Email: info@afdr.com.au

Website: www.afdr.com.au

9. Policy updates

AFDR may review and update this Website Policy periodically to reflect changes in its activities, website functionality or applicable legal requirements.

The most recent version will be published on this website.