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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
Social isolation an unwanted Christmas gift for people with disability
Posted on 17 Dec 2024
For many Australians, the festive season is a time of joy, celebration with family and friends,…
2024 sector quiz
Posted on 17 Dec 2024
It’s been an action-packed year in the charity and not-for-profit sector.
Not-for-profit salary sacrificing is so retro – but not in a cool way
Posted on 16 Dec 2024
Salary sacrificing in the not-for-profit sector proved popular when introduced 38 years ago, but it…
Purpose led people of 2024
Posted on 16 Dec 2024
There are thousands of people working and volunteering in the charity, not-for-profit and community…
Great change needs good leadership
Posted on 12 Dec 2024
Change is an inevitable part of running a good not-for-profit. In fact, some leaders suggest that…
Two words that make everyone shiver: change management
Posted on 12 Dec 2024
Managing change well is an essential part of good leadership says Adele Stowe-Lindner, executive…
Community control the key to Indigenous group’s transformation
Posted on 12 Dec 2024
Tharawal Aboriginal Corporation (TAC) is a big drawcard in the suburb of Airds, about 56km…
Musical not-for-profit orchestrates a revival
Posted on 11 Dec 2024
Four Winds, a renowned musical venue and natural amphitheatre near a beautiful bay just outside…
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…