New research links workplace inclusion and flexibility to employee mental health
Posted on 13 Sep 2023
Feeling included by work colleagues and being employed in a flexible environment are two key…
Finance for treasurers
Help sheets
Articles
Disability advocate says welcoming organisations are winners
Posted on 13 Sep 2023
Having a disability doesn't mean you haven't got a responsibility to contribute, says Mary…
What’s your diversity and inclusion strategy?
Posted on 13 Sep 2023
Australia’s not-for-profit peak for diversity and inclusion in the workplace has outlined several…
Price wise
Posted on 12 Sep 2023
Amid an unprecedented cost of living crisis, the charity and NFP sector are expected to play an…
Leveraging the power of data to improve the lives of young Australians
Posted on 12 Sep 2023
Australia is considered the "lucky country" but we are witnessing a growing gap between children…
Time to bridge the gap between climate concern and climate action
Posted on 12 Sep 2023
Charities and not-for-profits have been at the heart of community resilience for decades. Putting…
People with purpose: For Allanah and Madeline
Posted on 12 Sep 2023
Walter Mikac established the Alannah & Madeline Foundation in the wake of the Port Arthur…
Taxing times for charitable giving
Posted on 11 Sep 2023
The top end of town has helped push charitable donations across the nation to $4.4 billion but just…
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…
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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…