Opinion – In the bible, Jesus is reported as saying “… Render therefore unto Caesar the things which are Caesar’s …” (Matthew 22:21). This is indeed a tenet that is applicable in this modern world – though for ‘Caesar’ read government (in Read more
“One of the best things about New Zealand is the generosity and egalitarian spirit of our people. New Zealand is the second most charitable country in the world, according to a recent report by the Charities Aid Foundation. Around 400,000 New Read more
An article published in the Better Board website poses the above question. The article by Brodie Woodland “starts: “As a board, the time spent together in meetings is scarce and managing it well is important for your productivity, director engagement and Read more
“To celebrate Infoxchange’s recent expansion in Auckland, TechSoup New Zealand are partnering with them as they offer Auckland-based not-for-profit organisations a free hour of strategic IT advice … ” Open only to NFPs based in Auckland and only available until Read more
Our consultant recently tried to download a charity’s constitution (in pdf format) from the DIA Charities Services website. The document was unreadable:This problem had not previously been experienced and pdf’s from other sources (including government websites) download without any problems. The Read more
The publishing of the press release on this page does not represent endorsement (or otherwise) of any views expressed. The copyright of the publisher and sites to which we link is acknowledged. NFPs’ funding concerns increase: report Grant Thornton Press Read more
The NZ Trustees Association (NZTA) in their latest newsletter ask “Is XRB Reporting suffocating smaller Charities”? The newsletter starts: “This is the first year for Charities to provide XRB based Performance Reporting. XRB Reporting and the lifiting of the bar Read more
The NZ Trustees Association (NZTA) in their latest newsletter ask “Is XRB Reporting suffocating smaller Charities”? The newsletter starts: “This is the first year for Charities to provide XRB based Performance Reporting. XRB Reporting and the lifiting of the bar Read more
Inland Revenue is currently consulting on an issues paper on donee organisations. When a person makes a donation to a donee organisation, they can generally claim a tax credit for that donation. The issues paper examines the donee organisation requirements Read more
Media release – NZ Government – Select Committee Office – 16 June 2016 Charities Amendment Bill The Government Administration Committee is seeking submissions on the Charities Amendment Bill. The closing date for submissions is Friday 29 July 2016. The amendments Read more
Odd Shoe Day – 4th November Would You Like to Participate? During Postnatal Depression Awareness week is “Odd Shoe Day” on the 4th November where you can make a gold coin donation and wear odd shoes for the day to Read more
CATAPULT Leadership Performance have announced a 3-day leadership programme for Non-Profit organisations. The notice states: “The content of the NFP Leaders programme is the same content as our flagship leadership programme, Catapult Leadership, but half the price. We decided to put the Read more