Before you start
Before starting a not-for-profit group there are a number of important issues to consider
Visit pageBefore starting a not-for-profit group there are a number of important issues to consider
Visit pageIf you (and your group) have decided to start up a new not-for-profit organisation, thinking about legal issues from the start will impact t he success and smooth progress of your organisation.
Visit pageThere are many elements to running a not-for-profit - some required by law, and others reflective of good governance principles.
Visit pageThere are many ways that people can be involved in a community or not-for-profit organisation.
Visit pageNot-for-profits seek funding in many ways, from soliciting private donations, holding fundraising events, competitions and seeking governmen t or philanthropic grants.
Visit pageCommunications, including advertising and promotions, are essential tools for not-for-profits.
Visit pageThere are many important agreements that community organisations might enter into. It's important to get the details right from the start t o avoid problems later.
Visit pageThere are several situations where community organisations may be required to report to government.
Visit pageOrganisations should always consider the risks that arise from operating and interacting with others. Risks might involve clients, employees , the public and members.
Visit pageNot-for-profits often work with other organisations when limited resources, funding or tender requirements drive a need to pool resources an d expertise or strategically align to access tax concessions.
Visit pageInevitably, things will change for organisations over time. Sometimes these changes have legal significance.
Visit pageOne of the key benefits of being a charity, and also of being certain types of not-for-profits (that are not charities), is access to govern ment tax concessions.
Visit pageDisputes in an organisation can be internal or external.
Visit pageLegal duties for board and committee members
Visit pageCommunity groups should consider the benefits of incorporation
Visit pageIn Australia there are different laws in different states, as well as Commonwealth laws that apply in all states. This website contains information about Victorian, NSW and Commonwealth laws.