Registration, Legal and Compliance
Resources from Parry Field Lawyers:
- Charities Legal Handbook
- Guide to the Incorporated Societies Act 2022 - email
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Other resources:
- Charities Services - information about registering and running charitable organisations in New Zealand
- New Zealand Companies Office - Incorporated Societies - information about registering as or operating an incorporated society in New Zealand
- New Zealand Companies Office - Charitable Trusts - information about registering as or operating a Charitable Trust in New Zealand
- IRD - Not for Profits & Charities - Information on tax and charitable tax status for not-for-profits
Governance
- Governance Masterclass (Parry Field)
- Community Governance - resources to upskill boards
- Community Net Aotearoa - resources on governance, policies, leadership, communication, administration, and other topics
- NZ Navigator Trust - an online self-assessment to help identify an organisation's strengths and weaknesses
- Institute of Directors New Zealand - tools and resources for boards within the private, public and community sector
Communications, Marketing and Raising your Profile
- Community Comms Collective - resources and tools to assist organisations with their communications activities
Recruitment
- Whatunga Tūao Volunteer Central - matches volunteers with community organisations
- Do Good Jobs - an online platform to help community organisations fill vacancies
- HelpTank NZ - online platform to help organisations find skilled volunteers for specific tasks
Organisations & Networks
- Community Networks Aotearoa - provide nationwide advocacy and support for non-profits
- Hui E Community Aotearoa - provide nationwide advocacy for the community sector
- Inspiring Communities - support for community-led development
- Community Law Centre - free and low cost legal advice for individuals
Funding
- DIA - Community Matters - provide funding as well as information and advice on community projects, accessing funds and other topics