Governance
Meetings – Moving, seconding … but why?
Meetings – is moving and seconding legally required?
Charitable Trusts
Form CT1: What does this mean?
When submitting an application to incorporate a Trust Board with Companies Office, a statutory declaration is required on form CT1. This requires the declarant to agree to two statements, the second that: “There are no trusts, other than those set out in the trust document, under which the applicants for Read more
Non-profit FAQs
Challenges and Solutions: Navigating the Landscape of Social Impact in New Zealand
In the realm of charitable work, the path to positive social impact is often marked by challenges that demand clear thinking and innovative solutions. New Zealand, with its unique blend of diverse communities and environmental landscapes, presents a canvas rich with opportunities for charities and non-profit organisations. But with opportunities Read more
Accounting
Insurance for Non-Profits
Content Provided We know things do not always go to plan, and non-profits can be adversely affected, no matter how devoted your organisation is to doing great work in the community. The one-size-fits-all approach to your risk management could make you vulnerable. Should a board member, employee, volunteer, or fundraiser Read more
Administration
Forming a non-profit organisation.
I want to form a non-profit organisation. How do I go about it ? The relevant information is contained on the website of the Registrar of Incorporated Societies and there are Fact Sheets on the Charities website. You should consider consulting a lawyer over legal requirements, but the requirements are Read more
Administration
Charitable Sector Insights – ImpactLab report published
ImpactLab have published a report with insights into the Charitable sector in New Zealand. The report explores the “Social Return” on investment in the sector across NZ. The Executive Summary of the Report starts: “Funders and charities across Aotearoa have diverse interests, backgrounds and approaches. But they share a common Read more
Administration
Changes to charity regulations
The following is taken from a media-release issued by Seed the Change | He Kākano Hāpai on 3 October 2023. We are publishing it here as the information is of general interest/importance to NZ Charities. Opinions expressed are those of the author and not those of NFP Resource. The main Read more
Non-profit FAQs
What is the value, in monetary terms, of the NFP sector in NZ?
For updated information please visit this page In February 2014 Charities Services made this comment: ” [There are] 27,011 registered charities in New Zealand managing an asset base of $40 billion, they have an annual income of $15.1 billion – a large proportion of which comes from donations. “
Tax Matters
What do I have to do to get a tax exemption for a NZ non-profit organisation?
Have a look at this page on the IRD website Exemption from Resident Witholding Tax (RWT) is automatic for Registered NZ Charities provided that the box indicating that KOHA will be an anticipated source of income has been ticked during the application process. Qualifying charities will then be zero-rated for Read more
Administration
Best CRM for Charities and Churches 2023
We recently came across a blog on the INFOODLE website on the above subject. The prices quoted are in GB Pounds but the information seems applicable to the NZ context. “There are many different charity CRM options available these days. But which of them understand your special needs as a Not-For-Profit? What Read more
Administration
Charities Act 2005 – Amended
The Charities Act 2005 has been amended by the Charities Amendment Bill, which came into force on 5 July 2023. There are a wide range of changes for charities to be aware of. DIA Charities advise that they will keep updating their website with information about the changes and when they will affect Read more
Funding
If in doubt, collaborate
Vanessa Longley, YoungMinds Vanessa Longley I’m one of the few fundraisers I’ve ever met who knew what they wanted to do. I come from a family who had used their working career to try and change the world for the better, in areas such as nursing, social work and teaching. Read more