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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
Fundraisers want to be counted in jobs stats
Posted on 13 Nov 2024
Australia’s fundraisers are on the cusp of formal recognition for their unique skills, which if…
Human resources management for boards: messy, delicate, and essential
Posted on 13 Nov 2024
Human resources management is difficult. HR often leaves board members flummoxed, as people…
Workforce strategy for not-for-profits
Posted on 13 Nov 2024
“Workforce strategy” is a catchphrase in human resources circles, but the concept can be…
Finding and keeping NFP talent in remote and rural areas
Posted on 13 Nov 2024
Recruiting and retaining top talent for not-for-profits is an evolving challenge. The demand for…
Democracy in the age of bad bots and anti-social media
Posted on 12 Nov 2024
Not so long ago, offending fellow members of society had consequences. Now the gloves appear to be…
Sector says social media age restriction not a simple solution
Posted on 12 Nov 2024
The federal government’s plan to ban social media access for under-16s has received qualified…
Regulator probes charities' terrorism links
Posted on 12 Nov 2024
Several Australian charities are under investigation by the Australian Charities and…
Tax office launches self-review advertising push
Posted on 12 Nov 2024
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has launched a new online and social media advertising blitz…
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…