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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
Sector hails free mental health service promise
Posted on 08 Apr 2025
Mental health charities and peak bodies have enthusiastically welcomed the Albanese government's…
Leading with purpose: scholarships for emerging talent
Posted on 08 Apr 2025
Efforts to create the next generation of not-for-profit (NFP) leaders have been given a $1.1…
Peak diversity body doubles down on defending D&I
Posted on 08 Apr 2025
It’s fair to say the concept of diversity and inclusion (D&I) at work has been under siege of…
ATO uses carrot and stick approach on self-review laggards
Posted on 08 Apr 2025
The Australian Taxation Office has signalled it will take a harder line on not-for-profits that…
A day in the life of people with purpose: send us your images
Posted on 08 Apr 2025
There are more than 600,000 charity and not-for-profit organisations in Australia employing 1.47…
Opposition says government too slow on sector reform
Posted on 08 Apr 2025
The Coalition has slammed the Albanese government for dragging its feet on responding to a major…
People with Purpose: You get what you give
Posted on 08 Apr 2025
Sharon Wood, head of fundraising for the Endeavour Foundation, says she is proud to be part of an…
Kicking goals for charity
Posted on 08 Apr 2025
The strong relationship between Australia’s major sporting codes and the charity sector has been…
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…