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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
New research produces snapshot of Australians' perceptions of community sector
Posted on 17 Jul 2024
New research to be released tomorrow has laid bare Australians' vastly differing attitudes towards…
Charity registration revamp
Posted on 16 Jul 2024
The Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) has released a new tool designed to…
Australia’s next gold medal winning Olympic performance? Voting
Posted on 16 Jul 2024
The fraught state of the US election campaign – made even more unpredictable by the attempted…
Charity advocacy linked to increased donor engagement
Posted on 16 Jul 2024
Advocacy is emerging as a key strategy used by charities and not-for-profits to engage with donors,…
Peddlers of truth: why Australia needs honest reporting
Posted on 16 Jul 2024
In a world increasingly distrustful of traditional news media and filled with disinformation,…
Climate in the courtroom
Posted on 16 Jul 2024
‘Green lawfare’ is increasingly being used on all sides of the environment debate and it's good for…
Transforming Australian culture through sport
Posted on 16 Jul 2024
An innovative program that helps local sports clubs lift their game and meet the emotional needs of…
People with Purpose: Never too old to serve
Posted on 15 Jul 2024
After eight decades as a St John Ambulance volunteer, 91-year-old David Heard reckons he’s just…
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…