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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
Africa leads, Australia lags: New donations data highlights generosity of poor countries
Posted on 22 Jul 2025
People living in low-income countries donate more than twice as much of their income to help…
In a tricky economy, unlocking donations is a delicate dance for charities
Posted on 22 Jul 2025
Charities are facing mounting challenges in attracting donations as household expenses continue to…
Charities v cyber criminals: plan your moves in advance
Posted on 22 Jul 2025
Cyber-security expert Nik Devidas is not a fan of charity leaders being told that when it comes to…
Did governance and diversity failings lead to 'kiss cam' ?
Posted on 22 Jul 2025
For a minute there last Friday, the internet brought the world together.
We must overhaul our environmental laws, urges Dr Ken Henry
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
Australia must urgently overhaul environmental laws through dramatic reforms if it is to achieve…
What’s driving NFP mergers?
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
Australian charities and not-for-profits (NFPs) are facing six forces that are driving strategic…
A joint effort: How two arthritis charities merged to increase their impact
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
For many years Arthritis NSW and Arthritis Queensland faced the same growing challenge: how to…
Why not-for-profit mergers fly or fail over ‘alignment’
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
Not-for-profit mergers are frequently discussed, yet relatively rare. Finding a merger partner and…
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…