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.
Designated Gifts
Donors Can Sue for Improper Use of Restricted Funds
Contributions were not used as per their wishes, say donors.
Best Practices for Receiving Charitable Contributions
Practical help and clear understanding on issues surrounding charitable contributions.
When Gifts Come with Strings Attached
How churches can avoid trouble with a strong gift acceptance policy.
Q&A: Including Churches as Insurance Beneficiaries
Can a church be named as a beneficiary under a life insurance policy?
Avoiding Tax Pitfalls of Short-Term Mission Trips
Handling fundraising, expenditures for maximum tax benefits.
5 Ways to Inspire Generosity
What you can do today to boost offerings at church.
Q&A: Changing Designated Funds
Can we redefine the use of funds that have been specifically designated to an individual for a set purpose? If so, to what extent does our congregation need to be notified of such a change?
I Want My Money Back
What to do when donors ask for a refund of their designated contributions.
Pay It Forward
Teach your congregation to give well into the future.
Tips for Charitable Giving
IRS issues new guidance on IRAs, noncash and cash donations.
Defending Against Claims of Discrimination
Why financial misconduct defense trumped sexual harassment claim in NC case.
Enforcing Designated Gifts to Charity
Court rules church and school lack standing to enforce a charitable trust.
The Enforcement or Return of Donors’ Designated Gifts
Article summary. Church members often make “designated gifts” to their church. Such gifts specify that
Fundraising and Designated Gifts
Church board members may be personally liable for diverting designated funds or trust funds to some other purpose.
Avoiding “Undue Influence” in the Preparation of Wills
Assisting in the preparation of a will can cause potential legal trouble in the future.
Wills and Estates
An Indiana court addressed the important question of whether a designated gift to charity is legally enforceable.
The Indian Ocean Tsunami Relief Act
What church treasurers need to know.
The Danger of Misusing Designated Gifts
Problems can arise if a designated gift is not used for the donor's intended purpose.
The Legal Effect of Amending a Will
Amendments must follow requirements in order to be enforceable.