Mastercard Rolls Out New Standards for Recurring Billing
Understanding these standards is important for churches and church-run schools with sustainer donor programs.
Fundraising
A 12-Point Checklist for Setting Church Fundraising Guidelines
This downloadable 12-point checklist is created for those wondering how to establish church fundraising guidelines.
With Interest Rates Up, Should Churches Borrow to Build?
Some considerations regarding debt to fund expansion or new construction.
Should Your Church Raise Money Through Crowdfunding Sites?
A fundraising expert offers insights on this increasingly popular online tool.
The Pros and Cons of Crowdfunding
With promising technology comes legal and tax considerations.
Q&A: How Should Items Donated for a Silent Auction Be Treated for Tax Purposes?
Items donated to a silent auction are treated the same as other noncash contributions to the church.
Financial Trends in Launching Congregations
Study looks at how new churches approach funding and facilities.
Matching Grants vs. Challenge Grants
Why one is better in church fundraising.
Church Capital Campaigns: What to Expect
Prepare for these challenges.
Q&A: Are Tax Deductions Allowed for Silent Auctions?
Yes, but you must make sure the receipts you issue are appropriate under the circumstances.
7 Tips for Developing a Funding Plan
Ways to encourage generosity at your church.
Monetary Gifts for Pastors Who Leave
Churches must follow special rules when it comes to monetary gifts.
The Five Cs of Credit in Church Mortgage Financing
What to consider before seeking a loan for property acquisitions or building projects.
4 Ways to Overcome Biases against Missions Giving
How to encourage greater generosity in this important area of the church budget.
Out-of-the-Box Missions Funding
How goats, races, and missions months can encourage church giving.
4 Ways to Communicate Missions Efforts and Raise Funds
When communicating financial information to boards, committees, and the entire congregation, strive to do the
7 Guidelines for Navigating Missions Funding
How to build a missions program with financial integrity.
Q&A: Business Acumen Matters to Church Lenders
For a mortgage loan application, don’t assume a consultant is best.
Can Bankruptcy Courts Recover Charitable Contributions?
While there are certain limitations, bankruptcy courts can and sometimes do go after charitable contributions made to churches.
Q&A: How Can We Fund a New Ministry Idea?
Set aside 'R&D' money to respond when the Spirit leads.