Sector calls for rental help to prevent homelessness
Posted on 23 Jan 2024
Mission Australia has called on the federal government to boost Commonwealth rent assistance by 50%…
Finance for treasurers
Help sheets
Articles
People with Purpose: Solid foundation for helping others
Posted on 23 Jan 2024
Dr Catherine Brown is about to hang up her boots after 12 years as CEO of the Lord Mayor’s…
Sector braces for cyber-attacks in year ahead
Posted on 23 Jan 2024
Australia’s not-for-profits and charities have been warned to prepare for a spate of cyber-attacks…
Australia Day keeps us stuck in the past
Posted on 22 Jan 2024
It's time to end the weaponisation of Australia Day, says group managing director of Our Community,…
Church doubles down on ethical investment advice
Posted on 22 Jan 2024
The Uniting Church has turned to Australia’s largest investment consulting organisation to help…
Fur real, here’s a pawsome way to power breast cancer research
Posted on 19 Jan 2024
Help raise cash for breast cancer research - and get some much-needed post-Christmas exercise - by…
Rising cost fuels back to school fear
Posted on 17 Jan 2024
As the nation’s students prepare for the start of another school year, a new survey has revealed…
Sector welcomes spotlight on supermarket prices
Posted on 16 Jan 2024
As the new year sets in, time may have run out for supermarket chains who have been accused of…
Checklists
Members Only
Making sure your annual report is complete
Once you have completed your annual report, use the following checklist to make sure you haven't…
Members Only
Preparing for bequests
Use this checklist to help determine if your organisation is ready to establish a wills/bequests…
Members Only
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…