Booklet: Private Ancillary Funds (PAFs) (Chapter 11 – Is a PAF a good option for you, your family, chosen cause or clients?)

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Below is Chapter 11 of our ‘Private Ancillary Funds’ booklet. To read the other chapters of our booklet, click the links below:

• Chapter 1 – Giving back to the community
• Chapter 2 – Brief history
• Chapter 3 – An overview of ancillary funds
• Chapter 4 – What is a PAF?
• Chapter 5 – Who can be a trustee of the PAF?
• Chapter 6 – How are PAFs regulated?
• Chapter 7 – What are the reporting requirements for a PAF?
• Chapter 8 – Governance
• Chapter 9 – Winding up a PAF
• Chapter 10 – Common questions about PAFs
• Chapter 12 – Overview of a PAF

Is a PAF a good option for you, your family, chosen cause or clients?

A PAF may be a good idea if:

• You wish to set up a system of giving that extends past your death and allows for controlled, flexible giving.
• You want a structure that involves your family or children in your giving.
• You wish to capitalise on the tax deduction opportunities available through a PAF.
• You would like to devote considerable amounts of time and or money to a charity into the future.
• You don’t want to start a charity or participate in services or activities personally. You primarily just want to provide financial support.

The information contained in this post is current at the date of editing – 1 April 2026.