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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
Good delegation means giving others the space to ‘get on with it’
Posted on 14 Aug 2025
Community Directors accepts that leadership is not a “one size fits all” scenario. It’s something…
What does my NFP’s board need to do to ensure the organisation uses AI ethically?
Posted on 14 Aug 2025
ICDA training lead Nina Laitala examines the governance issues facing Australian not-for-profits.
Good leadership will keep your organisation connected in tough times
Posted on 14 Aug 2025
At a time when it often feels as though the social fabric of Australia is being pulled in opposing…
You can’t do it all: Leadership, wellbeing and the cost of caring
Posted on 14 Aug 2025
Leaders in the not-for-profit sector are no strangers to burnout. With deep commitments to social…
Why your not-for-profit leadership strengths can work against you
Posted on 14 Aug 2025
Not-for-profit (NFP) leaders are more likely to be driven by strong personal values, empathy, and a…
Evaluation – more for less?
Posted on 13 Aug 2025
A recent hackathon got Community Council for Australia CEO David Crosbie thinking about the use of…
Leading real reform: A short history of the creation of the NDIS
Posted on 13 Aug 2025
Book extract from Making Progress: How Good Policy Happens, by Jenny Macklin with Joel Deane
NFP poll finds more funds are needed for services, staff, training
Posted on 13 Aug 2025
Not-for-profit leaders would funnel additional funds into new programs, hiring staff and paying…
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…