Legal structures
You don't have to be part of an organisation to do good work. You can work on the basis of ad hoc…
If you’re new to not-for-profits, want to get involved, or want to get one started, here are some basics you’ll need to know. Scroll through some of the essentials below, but for starters you should definitely read those on the right.
You don't have to be part of an organisation to do good work. You can work on the basis of ad hoc…
Governance is about how your group is run - the structures and systems and understandings that…
Some board-related documents may be rather foreign for first-time board members. This help sheet…
A company structure is one way to limit your liability to unforeseen contingencies.
It is imperative that not-for-profit groups clearly define in their constitution who their members…
You have a concern, or an interest, that's shared by other people. You want to do something, or…
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The real reason for thinking about mergers is that a well-done merger may promote your mission -…
If you're setting up a community group, you'll need to know a bit about the community. Here's how…
Posted on 01 Dec 2022
Most small not-for-profits don’t need to worry about the advent of director IDs, now required by…
Posted on 01 Sep 2020
Amid criticism over bushfire fundraising and spending, charities need to "tell their story" better,…
Posted on 10 Feb 2020
Not-for-profits are yet to truly embrace the power they wield, former World Vision chief Tim…
Posted on 15 Jan 2018
Community directors can breathe easier following a significant tax ruling brokered by Our…
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To assemble a useful, functional constitution for your organisation, you must know what it should…
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Alright, the "perfect" constitution might be a bad case of hyperbole, but if your constitution…
Governance in the community sector is concerned with the systems and processes that ensure the…