Authorities fight back against charity hackers
Posted on 26 Mar 2024
International authorities claim to have “destroyed the online backbone” of a ransomware group that…
Finance for treasurers
Help sheets
Articles
The only thing I like to boast about as an Australian is modesty
Posted on 25 Mar 2024
Proud Australian Denis Moriarty said it's time our politicians stopped claiming we are the best…
People with Purpose: Raising the bar to create a better world
Posted on 22 Mar 2024
Making a positive difference in the world is what drives Fundraising Institute Australia CEO…
Charities regulator zeroes in on cyber risk
Posted on 20 Mar 2024
The ability of charities to manage cyber security threats will be a key focus of the Australian…
NFPs in the cross-hairs of major inquiries
Posted on 19 Mar 2024
Early results from three reviews into the community sector are expected to start landing on the…
Charities hungry for change
Posted on 19 Mar 2024
The Reframe Overhead movement is asking fundraisers to pledge their support to help create change…
New grants help level the playing field for First Nations students
Posted on 19 Mar 2024
Educational and career opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students have been…
Carbon credits change climate for suffering children
Posted on 19 Mar 2024
The international aid and development agency Save the Children is using carbon credits to fund…
Checklists
Members Only
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…