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Why NOT to start a non-profit

(In this post we use the term ‘charity’ generically to include such terms as public good entity, non-profit, registered charity, society, foundation, ngo and so on.) -o0o- Charity work is a “noble cause”; many are attracted to it because of Read more…

By NFP Editor, 3 months28 February 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 Read more…

By NFP Editor, 4 months2 February 2023 ago
Accounting

Charity Reporting Awards 2023

Chartered Accountants Australia – New Zealand (CA ANZ) are now inviting entries for the 2023 annual New Zealand Charity Reporting Awards. The New Zealand Charity Reporting Awards are presented annually by CA ANZ to recognise excellence in charity reporting and Read more…

By NFP Editor, 4 months30 January 2023 ago
Audits and Finance

Better Banking

NFP Resource is aware that many non-profits experience difficulty with their banks and occasionally receives questions about what banks can offer non-profits (see this post – Bank Accounts for Non-Profit Organisations). We were interested to receive news of an on-line Read more…

By NFP Editor, 6 months24 December 2022 ago
Funding

Nonprofit Marketing + Fundraising Trends: Australia + New Zealand Edition

Hubspot Asia Pacific have recently published a free report and resources in which, they say, they “share > Nonprofit marketing must-have content like user generated content, personalised campaigns and engaging social media challenges to maximise your audience impact> Case studies Read more…

By NFP Editor, 6 months5 December 2022 ago
NEWS

International Volunteer Day – 5 December

More than half of the adult population in New Zealand are volunteers, and the majority are motivated by a desire to give back to the community. Michelle Kitney, Chief Executive of Volunteering New Zealand says 5 December, International Volunteer Day, Read more…

By NFP Editor, 6 months2 December 2022 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 Read more…

By NFP Editor, 6 months2 December 2022 ago
Administration

The Good Governance Code

“Good Governance is fundamental to the success of your organisationBy getting your governance right, you will have capable, diverse, and engaged board members, a strategy about how to achieve your organisation’s ambitions and serve your community, and ensure your organisation Read more…

By NFP Editor, 6 months28 November 2022 ago
Charities Act 2005

Charities Amendment Bill – Submissions and 13 Questions

Message from Sue Barker and David Henderson 11 November 2022 “Submissions to the Parliamentary Committee considering the Charities Amendment Bill will close on 9 December. Maybe you like the Bill. Maybe you think it’s a travesty after all the work that was put in Read more…

By NFP Editor, 7 months14 November 2022 ago
Administration

Book Review: LEAN for the Nonprofit. WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW CAN COST YOU

LEAN for the Nonprofit. WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW CAN COST YOU By S.Paddy O’Brien ISBN: 978-1-62901-411-1 38 pp. Inkwater Press. Now available in New Zealand! This book can be purchased from Not-for-Profit for $16 including postage in New Zealand. Order Read more…

By NFP Editor, 7 months8 November 2022 ago
Administration

Branding for Non Profit Organizations: The Definitive Guide

By Melissa Kovach of Anthem Branding (reproduced by permission) From the mightiest of globe-spanning organizations to the teeny-tiniest of startups, great brand building never fails to make a positive and meaningful impact in business. When it comes to nonprofits, however, Read more…

By NFP Editor, 7 months ago
Administration

Charities Services 2021/2022 Annual Review Published

Read our 2021/2022 Annual Review here. Highlights from the report: 1,192 new charities were registered in the last year Based on their last annual returns, charities spend $20.40 billion a year on their charitable purposes More than 208,000 volunteers contribute approximately Read more…

By NFP Editor, 7 months31 October 2022 ago

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