We must overhaul our environmental laws, urges Dr Ken Henry
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
Australia must urgently overhaul environmental laws through dramatic reforms if it is to achieve…
Finance for treasurers
Help sheets
Articles
What’s driving NFP mergers?
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
Australian charities and not-for-profits (NFPs) are facing six forces that are driving strategic…
A joint effort: How two arthritis charities merged to increase their impact
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
For many years Arthritis NSW and Arthritis Queensland faced the same growing challenge: how to…
Why not-for-profit mergers fly or fail over ‘alignment’
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
Not-for-profit mergers are frequently discussed, yet relatively rare. Finding a merger partner and…
Mission over reputation: The case for mergers and new business models
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
Even before the covid-19 pandemic, it was clear the charity sector’s business model was broken.
Governance Guru: How can my board effectively manage a merger?
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
ICDA training lead Nina Laitala examines the governance issues facing Australian not-for-profits.
When it comes to mergers, don’t be blinded by the light of your great history
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
In the corporate world, mergers are often heralded as strategic wins or necessary consolidations.…
Case studies confirm culture is the key to a successful merger
Posted on 17 Jul 2025
It’s no secret that making a not-for-profit merger work requires stamina and teamwork.
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…
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…