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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
Gen X has the willpower charities need
Posted on 28 Aug 2024
Organisations should be watching the demographic shifts reshaping charitable giving in Australia,…
Time for a national discussion on the value of community
Posted on 27 Aug 2024
It is time for all of us interested in the idea of community to reflect deeply, and a new report…
People with Purpose: Helping those living with disability to live their best lives
Posted on 27 Aug 2024
There is joy to be had in helping people with disability to achieve and grow, says the CEO of…
The NDIS reform bill has been passed – will it get things ‘back on track’ for people with disability?
Posted on 27 Aug 2024
The government has passed a bill that will pave the way for sweeping reforms to the National…
More details emerge in charity hack case collapse
Posted on 21 Aug 2024
The ditching of an inquiry into a mass data breach that targeted charity telemarketer Pareto Phone…
Tax changes for NFPs creating confusion
Posted on 21 Aug 2024
Moves to revamp how not-for-profits claim tax-free status continue to create heartache for…
Minister gives states the rev-up to act on fundraising red tape
Posted on 21 Aug 2024
As the not-for-profit sector’s “Fix Fundraising” campaign to untangle confusing rules extends into…
How far have we come with fundraising reform anyway?
Posted on 21 Aug 2024
The Community Advocate’s Matthew Schulz spoke with Justice Connect’s head of not-for-profit law,…
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…