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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
Awards a chance to make an impact
Posted on 25 Sep 2024
Australia’s leading social impact measurement awards have a new look in their 10th year.
Tax office accused of sidelining sector on ATO website
Posted on 25 Sep 2024
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) is under fire for making it harder for charities and…
Community-focused footballer kicking goals for student mental health
Posted on 24 Sep 2024
The Adelaide Crows won’t take part in this week’s AFL Grand Final, but they can take pride that one…
Older women on the frontline of housing affordability crisis
Posted on 24 Sep 2024
Women aged over 55 are one of the nation's fastest growing groups experiencing homelessness.
Building a firm foundation for aged care philanthropy
Posted on 24 Sep 2024
A new aged care foundation has been established to address what its founders claim is a significant…
Senate to probe impact of ATO tax changes on NFPs
Posted on 19 Sep 2024
The not-for-profit and community sector has welcomed the decision to conduct a Senate inquiry into…
Look in the mirror before you ban screen time for kids
Posted on 19 Sep 2024
Tackling the hypocrisy of adults should be a first step before lamenting the alleged shortfalls of…
Greens push to deregister charity behind arms expo
Posted on 18 Sep 2024
The Australian Greens have written to the national charity regulator demanding it deregister the…
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…