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Introduction For not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, understanding what operating as a not-for-profit organisation means is the first step to maintaining the financial compliance fundamental to ensuring transparency and upholding public trust.
Introduction For any Australian charity with a membership base, ensuring accountability to members is a core requirement under the ACNC Governance Standards. Governance Standard 2 is specifically designed to ensure
Introduction For any not-for-profit (NFP) organisation, managing charity reserves is a vital component of good governance, playing a critical role in ensuring long-term financial stability and sustainability. Despite their importance,
Introduction For any Australian charity registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC), comprehending ACNC Governance Standard 6 is crucial. This specific governance standard is intrinsically linked to the
Introduction For any charity or not-for-profit organisation, correctly distinguishing between volunteers and employees is a critical responsibility, yet the legal distinctions can often be complex. This understanding is fundamental for
Introduction Effectively managing conflicts of interest is fundamental for every charity’s board or committee to maintain integrity and adhere to governance standards set by the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
Introduction Not-for-profit organisations and charities in Australia are increasingly exploring mergers, acquisitions, and restructures as strategic avenues. These significant undertakings often arise from the need to navigate increasing compliance pressures,
Introduction For any not-for-profit organisation, understanding and upholding whistleblower protections is a critical aspect of good governance. The legal landscape, significantly shaped by the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), requires not-for-profits
Introduction For officers of Australian not-for-profits structured as companies, understanding their obligations to both the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) and the Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) is
Introduction Meeting the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC) reporting obligations is a fundamental responsibility for every Australian charity. The requirement to report annually to the ACNC, as mandated by
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Introduction Following the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse, the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations were established as a key national reform. These principles provide a
Introduction For many charities and not-for-profits (NFP), forming a corporate partnership is a powerful way to raise funds, access vital resources, and ultimately extend their reach and impact within the
Introduction For not-for-profits (NFPs), a charitable bequest represents a powerful opportunity to secure vital long-term funding and allow donors to create a lasting legacy. Including a gift in a will
Introduction The board of directors is the core governing body of any not-for-profit (NFP) or charity, tasked with steering the organisation and ensuring it effectively fulfils its purpose. Strong governance
Introduction The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has introduced a significant new compliance measure for the not-for-profit (NFP) sector: the annual NFP self-review return. This requirement marks a major shift, compelling
Introduction For not-for-profit (NFP) organisations, in-kind contributions are becoming an increasingly common and valuable form of support, often arising from strategic partnerships with businesses rather than simple cash donations. While