Seeking funding is an ongoing challenge for many not-for-profits. It's important not to forget the legal aspects of seeking funding, es…pecially when entering into funding agreements.
Visit pageAs organisations develop they may need to make changes to their structure or set-up.
Visit pageAuspicing is an arrangement where one organisation agrees to receive project funds on behalf of another group running the project
Visit pageJoint ventures or partnerships are two ways groups can more formally work together
Visit pageWhen organisation want to join together or merge, there are several legal steps to take.
Visit pageUsing a memorandum of understanding is a less formal way for two organisations to work together
Visit pageThere are important issues for not-for-profits to consider when signing, negotiating or renewing contracts
Visit pageSub-contracting is common in the not-for-profit sector, in particular between 'lead agencies' that are funded by a government depa…rmtent to deliver services, and other agencies that help deliver those services
Visit pageLegal options and issues when working with other organisations
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.
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