Advantage Member Exclusive Getting Ahead of the 2023 Tax Season On-Demand Webinar: Ten tax developments church leaders should know for filing taxes this year- and for meeting tax requirements for the year ahead.
10 Legal and Tax Developments for Churches and Church Staff Richard Hammar covers what church leaders should know—and anticipate—for the rest of 2022 and into 2023. Richard R. Hammar
Giving Remains Strong for Most Churches Despite the Ongoing Pandemic But a third of churches have experienced a decrease in donations. The Editors
Advantage Member Exclusive Getting 2021 Year-End Tasks Right On-Demand Webinar: CPA and attorney Richard Hammar lists eleven critical tasks to focus on as 2021 draws to a close. Richard R. Hammar
What if Your Church Receives a Large Donation of Virtual Currency? Understanding federal tax law for gifts of virtual currency valued at greater than $5,000. Mike Batts and Michele Wales
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. The Editors
On-Demand Webinar On Demand Webinar: Tackling the Top Year-End Tasks for 2020 Richard Hammar reminds and informs church leaders about 10 important year-end tasks. Featuring Richard R. Hammar, Attorney, CPA
Recommended Reading Encouraging Generosity Articles and information on how to help your congregation become better givers. The Editors
A Snapshot of Church Giving as the Pandemic Moves into the Fall Two studies demonstrated a mixture of both positive and negative trends. Chris Lutes
Financial Stress Increases for Pastors and Their Families During the Pandemic National Association of Evangelicals’ Bless Your Pastor initiative offers concrete ways congregations can help. Interview with National Association of Evangelicals’ Brian Kluth
Will the Pandemic Affect Giving for the Remainder of 2020? New Giving USA study offers insights that should capture the attention of church leaders. Chris Lutes
Giving Is Climbing, Say Some Church Leaders New survey offers reasons to be cautiously optimistic after weeks of restrictions on in-person gatherings. The Editors
Poll: Two-Thirds of Churches Report Sizable Giving Declines Since Coronavirus Shutdown Leaders also report numerous steps taken to curb expenses during sudden downturn. Matthew Branaugh
Recommended Reading Online Giving: How to Start or Strengthen It Editor's picks of articles and information to help you keep offerings coming in. The Editors
Navigating Technology in the Midst of the Coronavirus: Electronic Giving Insights and advice from Church IT experts Nick Nicholaou and Jonathan Smith
Q&A: Handling Donation Funds for Mission Trips Postponed by Pandemic The church could be liable to the donors for not fulfilling the purpose of the gift. Frank Sommerville
Important Notice for Churches Involved in Disaster Relief Remind donors of special higher contribution deduction limits before they expire on February 18. Michele Wales, CPA, and Sophie Brown
Ten Tax-Related Changes Churches and Clergy Should Understand in 2020 Important information and guidance for tax filing and recording-keeping requirements. Richard R. Hammar