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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
Never mind tax time: it's the desire to help that drives Aussies to donate
Posted on 17 Jun 2025
Donations to community organisations ahead of the end of the financial year have increased for the…
People with purpose: Thoughtful by design
Posted on 17 Jun 2025
Ariella Weinmann uses her graphic design skills to help not-for-profits make the world a better…
Prioritise DGR reform: Philanthropy Australia
Posted on 17 Jun 2025
Philanthropy Australia has urged the federal government not to “cherry pick” the implementation of…
The four questions NFPs should ask when considering a merger
Posted on 14 Jun 2025
Mergers in the in the not-for-profit sector are on the rise and while the benefits can be…
Hyperlocal news outlets give communities back their voice
Posted on 13 Jun 2025
Local news initiatives are winning the loyalty of the grateful communities they serve, but they…
Free AI consulting for NFPs
Posted on 12 Jun 2025
Not-for-profits and charities can now access free one-on-one tech advice to help them identify how…
Cash strapped Aussies running out of food
Posted on 12 Jun 2025
One in four Australians say they frequently ran out of food before they could afford to buy more…
Canberra calls for feedback on proposed changes to charitable giving funds
Posted on 11 Jun 2025
The federal government has opened consultation on proposed reforms to public and private ancillary…
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…