Faith Based Groups: Information Hub

Kia ora,

We’ve created this Information Hub because faith based groups have unique considerations, so we want to empower you with information.

Provided for free here are articles, guides, videos, FAQs, links to upcoming seminars and more.

Check out our other resources too, like the free Charities Legal Handbook and monthly Impact Calls.

We welcome your questions

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Steven Moe
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Member of Charities Services Sector Group, XRB Advisory Panel, EHF Fellow
stevenmoe@parryfield.com
021 761 292

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What’s new

March 2025

Charites Act Changes session for Churches and Charities with Steven Moe

Steven Moe recently spoke on the Radio about the implications for Churches and Faith Groups of consultation on tax and the video of that discussion is here:

Resources from the Christian Savings Conference 2024

Steven Moe, Kris Morrison and Judith Bullin recently presented at the Christian Savings Conference 2024, focussing on the ‘Abuse and Care Report’. Below are resources prepared which include practical advice and next steps for governing boards.

A Recipe for Churches- Hybrid Structures or Impact

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Lesson in Governance from the Royal Commission

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Our Free Guides Available to Download

FAQ: Our answers to 21 questions received (so far)

Click here or on the image above to access the FAQ for Charities

Incorporated Societies vs Charitable Trusts

Key Issues to be Considering Right Now

Additional free resources that you may find helpful include:

Recent Articles

Fundholding : Making Doing Good Easier

We are pleased to announce the release of our paper on Fundholding. Fundholding is a flexible solution that can apply to many groups seeking to carry out charitable purposes, but are held back by common barriers, such as administration or…
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‘Officer’ Breached Health and Safety Duties

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Who is liable if there is a breach of health and safety? A new case gives us some insights. A former Port of Auckland CEO was found guilty for breaching his duties as an officer under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (the “Act”).…
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What Happens if a Charity Goes Rogue Supporting Politicians?

A recent decision by Charities Services is a reminder that charities have restrictions around political activity. In late 2024 the charities regulator signalled its intention to deregister the Te Whānau o Waipareira Trust – the key reason…
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