The organisation’s charitable purpose is the advancement of culture and education through the promotion, preservation, and participation in Australian pigeon heritage, including the competition, social, and educational aspects of pigeon keeping.

We are committed to:
- Preserving and celebrating the cultural heritage of pigeon keeping, events and competitions in Australia.
- Promoting responsible and humane care of pigeons as an integral part of Australian life.
- Encouraging intergenerational participation, including programs for the elderly, youth, and people with disabilities through community lofts and educational events.

- Developing the National Pigeon Museum and Cultural Archive as a centre for learning, exhibition, and public engagement.

- Encouraging development of positive mental health for aged, disabled and youth through the caring of pigeons.

As a Registered Charity with a purpose of “working positively with like-minded partners, so we are able to advance our objectives and goals towards greater public understanding and appreciation of pigeons, while also strengthening community awareness of their important role and value.”

 

CHARITY & TRANSPARENCY

A Registered Australian Charity With a Clear Public Purpose

The Australian Pigeon Council Ltd (APCL) is a registered Australian charity established to deliver community, education, disability inclusion, animal welfare and social wellbeing outcomes through its network of Community Loft & Museum Hubs.

APCL is formally registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Members of the public, donors and regulators can independently verify our status at any time by searching our name on the ACNC public register

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How Donations Are Used

All donations and philanthropic contributions to APCL are applied directly to our charitable purposes, including:

• Building and maintaining Community Loft & Museum facilities

• Caring for pigeons to high animal-welfare standards

• Delivering programs for elderly people and people living with disability

• Providing youth education and volunteering opportunities

• Developing school and community engagement activities

• Developing and maintaining public museum exhibits

Funds are not distributed to private individuals and are applied solely to advancing APCL’s charitable objectives.

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Governance & Accountability

APCL operates under formal governance, financial management and animal-welfare frameworks to ensure donor funds are used responsibly and transparently.

This includes:

• Board oversight

• Segregation of funds

• Financial record-keeping

• Compliance with ACNC obligations

• Independent verification of charity status

• Ethical and welfare standards for all animals in our care

Our governance structures are designed to support long-term sustainability and public trust.

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Financial Reporting

As a registered charity, APCL is required to submit annual information statements and financial reports to the ACNC.

These records will be made publicly available as they are lodged, ensuring donors and partners can see how funds are applied.

 

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Our Impact (Initial Focus Areas)

As a newly registered charity with an active development project, APCL is now entering its first formal operational period. Our focus is on establishing strong, ethical and meaningful programs that grow sustainably over time.

We will track and report on the following impact areas:

Elderly & Disability Participation

APCL will provide regular opportunities for elderly people and people living with disabilities to visit, participate in and engage with the Community Loft & Museum in ways that support wellbeing, purpose and social connection.

Schools & Community Engagement

Our Community Loft & Museum will welcome schools, community groups and organisations to experience animal-assisted learning, history, science and care, strengthening education and intergenerational connection.

Youth Volunteering & Development

Young people will be supported to participate as volunteers, learners and mentors, helping them build confidence, responsibility, skills and community belonging.

Public Museum & Visitor Engagement

The Kalbar site will operate as a living museum, allowing visitors to experience pigeon history, communication and animal care in a hands-on, meaningful way.

Animal Welfare & Care

All pigeons in our care will be maintained under strict welfare and ethical standards, ensuring they live healthy, enriched and well-managed lives as part of our community programs.

APCL will document, evaluate and publicly report on these impact areas as operations begin, allowing supporters to see the real-world outcomes created by their involvement.

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Why Give

When you support APCL, you are not just funding an organisation — you are helping build:

• Places where elderly people feel needed

• Spaces where people with disabilities are included

• Opportunities for young people to grow

• Living museums that preserve history

• Humane environments where animals bring people together

Your support creates permanent community infrastructure that will benefit people long into the future.

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Partner With Confidence

APCL exists to deliver real, measurable and lasting community impact.

We invite donors, foundations, corporates and supporters to work with us in building a future where no one is forgotten and every life has purpose.