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Donee Organisations
Why are we donating millions to the taxman?
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 general) or ‘The IRD’ (in particular) as Christ was referring Read more…
Administration
Beyond the Sausage Sizzle: Five Fundraising Tips For Kiwi Charities
“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 Zealanders give in some way every week, with more than Read more…
Administration
How Well Is Your Board Managing its Scarcest Resource?
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 governance effectiveness. You only have a few hours together a Read more…
Administration
NFPs’ funding concerns increase
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 Release: 26 July 2016 The Not for Profit sector in Read more…
Administration
Inland Revenue consultation on donee organisations
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 of the Income Tax Act 2007, and is particularly relevant Read more…
Administration
Charities Amendment Bill
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 in the bill were formerly contained in the Statutes Amendment Read more…
Governance
NFP Leaders Programme announced
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 programme on as we had an overwhelming response to the four Read more…
Donee Organisations
Potential Donee Status Shift?
Not-for-Profit came across this article in a recent edition of the Missions Interlink newsletter. Organisations which operate, or have an interest in operating, overseas need to be aware of this subject. The article is reproduced in full below and can be read in the MI newsletter here POTENTIAL DONEE STATUS Read more…
Administration
Women in Governance
(updated) Women on Boards and Governance New Zealand have announced that applications are open for the 2016 Women in Governance Awards and close on Tuesday 31 May 2016 “This programme recognises and celebrates innovation, excellence, creativity and commitment to diversity by organisations and individuals. There are seven categories and we invite you to Read more…
NEWS
Charities Services – Updated Reporting Standards
DIA Charities Services have just published some guidance about the revised requirements of the Annual Return
Governance
On-line Governance Training Courses offered
In collaboration with Gail Munro of Governance Strategies Ltd, Xperts Ltd have developed an introductory governance skills training package designed specifically for volunteers, based around gathering together online groups, who then study, share experiences and learn from each other and the tutor For details of the course visit www.govern.co.nz Disclaimer: Not-for-profit.org.nz has Read more…