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
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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

Click here or on the image above to download for free

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

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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Incorporated societies – the April 2026 deadline to reregister is looming

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All incorporated societies in New Zealand need to reregister under the Incorporated Societies Act 2022 by April 2026 or they will cease to exist and have their assets distributed. What does this mean in practice? The consequences are significant…
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Loans to Charities for Projects: Complying with Legal Requirements

Most entities will be aware that if they issue debt securities (otherwise known as taking money by loans) they have obligations under the Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 (the “FMCA”). Charities need to be aware that the same obligations…
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