The Employee Retention Credit: Helpful Benefit or Significant Risk?
A legitimate, COVID-era tax credit available to churches could offer huge cash benefits—but beware potential predators.
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Giving Remains Strong for Most Churches Despite the Ongoing Pandemic
But a third of churches have experienced a decrease in donations.
The Top 10 Articles on Church Law & Tax in 2021
HR topics of greatest interest; plus the 5 top viewed webinars.
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A Significant Source of Federal Funds for Eligible Churches
Determining whether your church qualifies for the Employee Retention Credit.
How Churches May Benefit from COVID-19 Relief’s Employee Retention Credit
If certain criteria are met, congregations, nonprofits, and schools are potentially eligible to receive thousands of dollars.
Assessing US Supreme Court Rulings on Pandemic Restrictions
What the high court’s COVID-19 decisions reveal regarding how government treats churches, businesses, and other organizations.
Getting Proactive About Illness Prevention in Our Churches
How the pandemic has shaped the way church leaders mitigate the spread of sicknesses—and what to expect going forward.
Should Our Church Agree to Host a COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic?
Key legal considerations to address before offering your facility as an immunization site.
Church Facility Care During Shutdowns and Limited Use
Expert tips to keep your building in good shape and ready when life returns to the new normal.
Adding Emergency Provisions to Your Bylaws
How adopting these provisions allows for legally sound virtual meetings.
Q&A: Can Church Employees Receive Tax-Free Assistance for COVID-Related Hardships?
Section 139 of the Internal Revenue Code allows you to offer nontaxable financial help for expenses directly related to the coronavirus.
What the New Coronavirus Stimulus Package Means for Churches
New law clarifies PPP loan forgiveness process and extends PPP loan program, among other provisions.
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.
Fraud Alert: What to Watch for Now That PPP Loan Amounts Are Public
Churches should be aware of fraudsters posing as lenders or SBA staff.
Q&A: What’s the Best Way to Cut Our Budget as We Weather the Effects of the Pandemic?
Real financial change takes place when you conduct a mission-based impact assessment.
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Will Our Church Get Sued for Reopening?
How church leaders should weigh the potential legal liabilities associated with public gatherings during the pandemic.
Q&A: How Should Churches Handle the Bookkeeping for Paycheck Protection Loans?
Also, do you recommend a separate bank account for these loans?
Paycheck Protection Program FAQ
Answers to 30 frequently asked questions from church leaders.
Loan Modifications in a Crisis
Restructuring your church’s debt when full payment, or any payment, becomes difficult.
An Overview of the CARES Act for Churches
Key highlights from the government’s $2.2 trillion stimulus plan responding to COVID-19.