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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
How Abbe Horswill works to evict human trafficking from the hotel industry
Posted on 24 Sep 2025
International hotel chains play a surprisingly large role in thwarting human trafficking and child…
On with the show? How climate change is threatening Australian festivals
Posted on 24 Sep 2025
Cultural and music festivals have long been a central part of community-building across Australia,…
No misunderstandings: new study aims to ensure culturally diverse cancer patients are heard
Posted on 22 Sep 2025
Navigating the stress and medical demands of a cancer diagnosis is difficult enough for anybody,…
True connection can mean switching off the AI
Posted on 18 Sep 2025
With spring upon us, a fresh start beckons. I’ve just returned from a workshop for industry leaders…
Forty-three examples of NFPs and charities using artificial intelligence
Posted on 18 Sep 2025
Across Australia and the world, not-for-profits are adopting artificial intelligence (AI) tools…
I see AI as helping shape a better future
Posted on 18 Sep 2025
Artificial intelligence is often described in apocalyptic tones.
Migrant background a ‘superpower’ for young leader
Posted on 18 Sep 2025
It took time for Haleena Nguyen to realise that her migrant background would become her…
NFPs warned to beware of the dangers of being bypassed by AI
Posted on 18 Sep 2025
Australian charities risk being cut out of vital relationships with their beneficiaries and donors…
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…