Split-Receipting applies to situations in which the donor provides the charity with a gift but also receives some type of advantage or benefit in return. This information sheet, part of a training module created by The Charities File presents information about Gifting and the general guidelines for fundraising events and activities. The information sheet also provides examples of split-receipting calculations for 7 different scenarios.

Topics include: Board Legal Responsibilities, Board’s Responsibilities (adapted from the Carver Governance Model), Four Functions of a Board of Directors, The Board as a Collective Decision-Making Body, Board Staff Relationship, Role of the Executive Director, Policies, Committees, and Board Development.(13 pages - PDF)

The goal of this 144-page report is to enhance the effectiveness and credibility of the voluntary sector in its ongoing role of strengthening civil society. In this way, the intent is to help Canadians to continue helping communities at home and abroad. The proposals found within the report are far-reaching, and are directed to a variety of audiences, including voluntary organizations, the sector as a whole, foundations, corporations, and federal and provincial governments.

The purpose of this 122 page study is to critically examine the options for regulatory reforms that have been presented in various reports and studies. In particular, the proposal for the establishment of an independent, quasi-judicial charity commission, as well as the Broadbent Report’s recommendation of a VSC, will be considered in some detail. The various other proposals for legislative reform presented in Working Together will also be considered and evaluated.