Paws your work to give
Posted on 12 May 2025
Cat lovers are trying to harness the power of workplace giving to save vulnerable furry felines in…
Finance for treasurers
Help sheets
Articles
Technology awards spotlight sector innovation
Posted on 08 May 2025
A chatbot that has transformed how people access homelessness support was among the winners at the…
The lessons of political failure
Posted on 06 May 2025
The charities and not-for-profit sector could learn much from the failure of the Coalition to win…
Good news for local journalism
Posted on 06 May 2025
A nationwide grassroots campaign has raised more than $88,000 in support of local and independent…
People with Purpose: The art of creative giving
Posted on 05 May 2025
Theatre Network Australia co-founder Nicole Beyer’s passion for giving and the arts can be traced…
24 hours of making a difference
Posted on 05 May 2025
There’s a lot of good that can be accomplished in just 24 hours.
Beyond flowers and family brunch – what Mother’s Day means for those who are grieving
Posted on 05 May 2025
It’s time to dial down the commercialisation of Mother’s Day and celebrate a love that endures long…
Sector welcomes Labor win but flags more work ahead
Posted on 05 May 2025
The not-for-profit and charity sector largely welcomed the Albanese government’s historic election…
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…