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Reviewing your bank
Whether you're choosing a banking partner for your organisation, or have been with your current…
Finance for treasurers
Help sheets
Risk management for treasurers
A risk is any event or action that harms your organisation's reputation or your ability to achieve…
Special Events Budgeting
You need to be absolutely meticulous in budgeting and accounting for a special event. You need to…
Strategic planning for treasurers
Strategic planning comes before budgeting. The treasurer should be involved in the overall business…
The role of the Treasurer
What makes people become treasurers of community organisations? Some gravitate to the role because…
Top treasurers’ tips for turbulent times
Australia’s best community treasurers come from a range of not-for-profits and every corner of the…
Understanding travel expenses
While volunteer board members may not expect to be rewarded for their services, the absence of any…
Articles
NFP sector outlines federal budget wish list
Posted on 27 Feb 2024
UPDATED: The federal budget won’t be handed down until May, but charities and not-for-profit…
Education is a right, not a privilege
Posted on 26 Feb 2024
Human rights protections backed by law are necessary to ensure that all Australians enjoy their…
For sick kids, laughter is the best medicine
Posted on 23 Feb 2024
For Starlight Children’s Foundation CEO Louise Baxter, putting a smile on the faces of sick…
Catalyst for change
Posted on 21 Feb 2024
One year on from the launch of the largest ever collaboration by Australian not-for-profit data…
PR firm’s grants are a gift of the gab
Posted on 20 Feb 2024
A Brisbane public relations firm has handed $30,000 worth of free campaign work to four charities.
People with Purpose: Sound investment
Posted on 20 Feb 2024
When it comes to making a difference in the world, Caroline Gurney, the CEO of the…
Philanthropic sector sees challenge and opportunity in the year ahead
Posted on 20 Feb 2024
The cost-of-living crisis, better collaboration and harnessing the power of AI have been identified…
Aussies willing to step forward and step up
Posted on 20 Feb 2024
Volunteer numbers may be in decline, but civic minded Australians continue to punch above their…
Checklists
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Making sure your annual report is complete
Once you have completed your annual report, use the following checklist to make sure you haven't…
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Preparing for bequests
Use this checklist to help determine if your organisation is ready to establish a wills/bequests…
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Treasurer's checklist: Can your group be trusted with money?
If you're asking for grants, you have to be able to guarantee you can handle the money. The…
Policies
Budget Planning Policy
Boards are responsible for overseeing the budget of the organisation and for ensuring that the…
Delegations Policy
This policy sets out the circumstances under which the Board may delegate its responsibilities.…
Financial Controls Policy
Finances and financial transactions, including credit cards, cheques, and petty cash, if properly…
Fraud Risk Management Policy
Just like commercial organisations, not-for-profit organisations may be subject to fraudulent…
Investment Planning Policy
Boards are responsible for ensuring that the organisation operates within a responsible,…
Procurement policy
Purchasing decisions can have a big impact on an organisation’s finances, reputation, and…
Reimbursement Policy
Staff or volunteers may on occasion be required to pay expenses consequent on their employment out…