Is a contribution to a Political Party deductible when I receive a benefit?

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1 June 2024

If you attend a fund raising event for a DGR and receive a benefit, e.g. food and drinks, it is a contribution and not deductible, as per

https://www.ato.gov.au/businesses-and-organisations/not-for-profit-organisations/gifts-and-fundraising/fundraising-events/supporting-fundraising-events.

My question is the legislation (1997 - SECT 30.241) for certain contributions and gifts to political parties does not specify benefits received. Does the same concept of non-deduct-ability apply to attending a fundraiser for a registered political party, where drinks and food are provided?

For the purpose of this question, assume the party organiser is paying for the food and drinks out of the ticket sales.

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