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Fraud Mar 2017

The Small Charities Guide to Preventing Fraud

Charity Finance Group (CFG) has launched a guide to help small charities counter fraud. The guide, The Small Charities Guide to Preventing Fraud looks at measures that charities can put into place to help them stop fraud.

This guide will help small charities to understand what fraud is, outline the steps they need to protect themselves against fraud, highlight what tell-tale signs to look out for to detect fraud, know what to do once they have detected fraud and where to report fraud when it has occurred.

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Charity finance policy May 2016

CFG Annual Handbook 2016

CFG's Annual Handbook, also known as the 'Pink Book', is a compendium of advice and opinion pieces on key issues for charity professionals.

Primary members in CFG member organisations receive a printed copy of the Handbook every year, and additional contacts can download electronic copies free of charge. Non-members, corporates and others can purchase a copy of the Handbook for £30.

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Accounting and reporting Apr 2016

Banking for Charities

'Banking for Charities' is a short guide, produced in collaboration with the British Bankers' Association, aimed at those who manage the financial affairs of a charity or voluntary organisation. The guide provides information and practical advice on key aspects of charity banking, from selecting and opening a suitable bank account to understanding fees and charges.

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Accounting and reporting Governance, legal and compliance Mar 2016

Annual Report 2015-16

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Governance, legal and compliance Risk Mar 2016

Rethinking Risk: Beyond the tick box

Published in partnership with Sayer Vincent, this guide for charities aims to help them to effectively manage project, operational and strategic risks.

It contains practical steps to follow, case studies from charities, and a variety of different methods to ensure managing risk is not simply a 'tick box' exercise.

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