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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.
Charitable Contributions
Finishing 2022 Well
Getting year-end tasks right--and setting up 2023 for success.
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.
Giving Remains Strong for Most Churches Despite the Ongoing Pandemic
But a third of churches have experienced a decrease in donations.
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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.
What if Your Church Receives a Large Donation of Virtual Currency?
So your church just received a large donation of virtual currency. What next? What are the tax implications?
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.
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.
Recommended Reading
Encouraging Generosity
Peruse this reading list for tips on encouraging generosity among your congregation during these tough times.
A Snapshot of Church Giving as the Pandemic Moves into the Fall
Two studies demonstrated a mixture of both positive and negative trends.
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.
Giving Is Climbing, Say Some Church Leaders
New survey offers reasons to be cautiously optimistic after weeks of restrictions on in-person gatherings.
Poll: Two-Thirds of Churches Report Sizable Giving Declines Since Coronavirus Shutdown
Leaders also report numerous steps taken to curb expenses during sudden downturn.
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.
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.
Important Notice for Churches Involved in Disaster Relief
Remind donors of special higher contribution deduction limits before they expire on February 18.
Holiday Questions Only Church Administrators Consider
Why gifts to staff have strings attached and copyright laws still apply.
Q&A: How Should We Handle a Retirement Account Donation?
Why an acknowledgement letter works better for documenting a retirement account donation.