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Current Challenges

We recently asked some of our NFP colleagues about the challenges facing non-profits at the moment. In this blog post, we will explore some of the key challenges faced by charities and NFPs in New Zealand and discuss potential solutions to support them in overcoming these obstacles, though frankly, little Read more…

By NFP Editor, 5 months17 May 2023 ago
Governance

Zooming in and Missing Out?

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, video meetings have become the norm for many people, and the vast majority of workshops and other training opportunities listed on our webpage are now on-line. Pre-covid, many accounting and legal firms would host after-hours events at their offices or other venues; these Read more…

By NFP Editor, 5 months24 April 2023 ago
Administration

Are You Ready to Start a Charity?

“Starting a charity is an act of generosity that can bring hope, comfort, and joy to those in need.” Introduction Are you considering starting your own charity? It is important to recognize that this can be a highly rewarding and impactful experience. However, it is also crucial to understand the Read more…

By NFP Editor, 8 months2 February 2023 ago
Accounting

New sustainability guide for not-for-profits and charities

A new playbook from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) “offers actionable insights for not-for-profits and charities which have a critical role in the transition to a sustainable future. IN BRIEF Just as the corporate sector is under pressure to address the social and environmental impacts of their operations, Read more…

By NFP Editor, 10 months2 December 2022 ago
Governance

2022 Not for Profit sector report

NFP Resource readers recently participated in a survey of the NFP Sector. The results have recently been published by Grant Thornton. (Thanks to Barry Baker of Grant Thornton) The Executive Summary reads: “The 2022 Not for Profit sector report paints a picture of an agile industry bending with the winds Read more…

By NFP Editor, 1 year21 June 2022 ago
Governance

Important Charities Law Reform report (Updated post)

16 May 2022 The Charity Law Association of Australia and New Zealand is hosting a webinar about the research/report (details below) on Thursday 19 May at 3pm – please see the following link: https://claanz.org.au/events. All are welcome and there is no charge to attend 1 May 2022 The 2019 New Read more…

By NFP Editor, 1 year16 May 2022 ago
Governance

What is the difference between a Charitable Trust and an Incorporated Society?

Updated: 22 April 2022 Q: What is the difference between a Charitable Trust and an Incorporated Society?  Which is best for me? The differences are clearly explained on the Registrar of Incorporated Societies website  and on this very helpful blog post on the DIA Charities website*. The Community Net Aotearoa Read more…

By NFP Editor, 1 year22 April 2022 ago
Administration

Structuring for Impact: Legal Structures for Community Organisations

Our friend Steven Moe (Parry Field Lawyers & Seeds Podcast) will be in an on-line lunchtime Conversation with Matthew Luxon (Localised) on 27 April, 12:00pm to 1:00pm. All welcome. <Free Registration> About this event Take a moment to think about some of the bigger-picture fundamentals of community enterprise. A growing number of Read more…

By NFP Editor, 1 year5 April 2022 ago
Governance

Incorporated Societies Bill – update

Updated 6 April 2022 The Incorporated Societies Act 2022 received Royal Assent on 5 April 2022 and came into force on 6 April.  See this post   SEE ALSO THE FOLLOWING POSTS ON THIS SITE: What is the difference between a Charitable Trust and an Incorporated Society? Annual Returns for Read more…

By NFP Editor, 2 years21 March 2022 ago
Administration

Charities in New Zealand – A Legal Handbook

Charities in New Zealand – A Legal Handbook ParryField Lawyers are active in the non-profit sector and have recently published a legal handbook for charities. The handbook has sections on: Establishing your charity Operating Your charity Other legal issues Appendices on Impact Investing and Social Enterprises The handbook complements other Read more…

By NFP Editor, 2 years ago
Administration

Charities Services Annual Review

DIA Charities Services have published their 2019/2020 Annual Review. “It outlines the work we’ve done this year and our key priorities for the year ahead. We also showcase information about the charitable sector, highlighting the important mahi (work) charities do.” Topics covered include: The Charities Act The year in number Read more…

By NFP Editor, 3 years9 October 2020 ago
Covid-19

CID – Health of the Sector Report

A report on research by Craig Fisher (RSM) and Darren Ward (Direct Impact Group) on the International NGOs operating out of NZ has recently been published by the Council for International Development (CID). While specifically considering INGOs, many findings also resonate in the broader charity/nfp sector in New Zealand. “The Read more…

By NFP Editor, 3 years5 October 2020 ago

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