How Churches Can Leverage Higher Interest Rates
Higher interest rates offer churches an opportunity to adopt new cash- and debt-management strategies.
Budgets
Get the insights, updates, and how-to information you need to wisely manage your church’s money. Topics include debt, spending, stewardship, proposals, reports, and performance measurements.
On-Demand Webinar
Church and Nonprofit Ministry Finance: Planning for the New Normal
Discussing how the pandemic has challenged church and nonprofit ministry finance, finding the new normals, and more.
What the New Coronavirus Stimulus Package Means for Churches
The Coronavirus Stimulus Package creates an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program with different eligibility requirements.
Most Churches Remain Optimistic About Their Financial Outlook in the Coming Months
Still, around a third of all churches express uncertainty or pessimism as they look toward 2021.
Recommended Reading
Encouraging Generosity
Peruse this reading list for tips on encouraging generosity among your congregation during these tough times.
Q&A: What’s the Best Way to Cut Our Budget as We Weather the Effects of the Pandemic?
This Q and A will help your church address the budget in the best way to weather the financial strain created by the pandemic.
Q&A: Dynamic Cash-Flow Forecasting is Key to Managing Rapid Change
Budgeting during a time of rapid change is a matter of ditching the annual budget and doing some dynamic cash-flow forecasting and planning.
Q&A: Adopting a New Budget During Extraordinary Times
If your fiscal year begins July 1, budgeting during the pandemic presents unique challenges—but there is a way forward.
Q&A: Should We Start Digging Into Our Financial Reserves?
Churches that deplete their reserves should replenish them over time.
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Managing Tough Financial Times
Articles to help you adjust budgets, think strategically, and approach the challenge with confidence.
On-Demand Webinar
Church Financial Management in Challenging Times
CPA Michael E. Batts helps churches navigate financial concerns created by the pandemic in this on-demand webinar.
Poll: Two-Thirds of Churches Report Sizable Giving Declines Since Coronavirus Shutdown
Leaders also report numerous steps taken to curb expenses during sudden downturn.
Church Loan Modifications in a Crisis
Restructuring your church’s debt when full payment, or any payment, becomes difficult.
Recommended Reading
Online Giving: How to Start or Strengthen It
Editor's picks of articles and information to help you keep offerings coming in.
On-Demand Webinar: Churches and the CARES Act
Breaking down the 900-page CARES Act for church leaders. How it works, how it can help you lead your church with confidence.
Smart Budgeting for Church Tech Purchases
Why it’s time to rethink the three-year replacement rule for hardware.
Reliable Financial Data for Churches
Replace assumptions with research and insights you can trust.
Shining a Light on How Churches Spend Money
New survey results provide insights on budget trends and decisions nationwide.
Six Insights About Summer Ministry Slumps
Some churches keep their ministries robust during the so-called “downtime.”
A Peek Inside How Churches Spend Their Money
How churches spend money is a constant question from Church Law & Tax members and non-members, alike. And the answers depend on a variety of factors.