If someone is in immediate danger, call 000. To report a missing person, contact your local police. IMPSS is not an emergency service.

Charity Status & Public Benefit

IMPSS is a registered Australian charity. This page provides verification information for partners, grant providers and corporate supporters.

Verified Charity Registration

Legal Name

Indigenous Missing Persons Support Services Ltd

ABN

72 694 397 807

Charity Regulator

Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission

Charity Status

Registered Charity

Registration Date

15 May 2026

Charitable Purpose

Advancing Social or Public Welfare

Primary Beneficiaries

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities affected by missing persons

Public Benefit Statement

IMPSS operates to provide public benefit by supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities affected by missing persons. Our resources are directed toward charitable purposes, including family support, advocacy, awareness, referrals, community connection and culturally respectful practical assistance. The organisation does not operate for private gain.

Alignment With Social Welfare Purpose

Our activities advance social and public welfare by supporting vulnerable families and communities experiencing distress, trauma and uncertainty connected to missing persons matters. We aim to improve visibility, support and culturally respectful responses for Indigenous families.

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