Q&A: How Should We Handle a Retirement Account Donation?
Why an acknowledgement letter works better for documenting a retirement account donation.
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Mastering Seventeen End-of-Year Financial Tasks
Mastering seventeen end-of-year financial tasks before January 1, 2025, will help churches and ministers thrive with the upcoming tax season.
Making Sense of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
What tax law changes mean for church employees and donors.
Q&A: How Should My Church Handle a Donation of a US Savings Bond?
The church may not issue a charitable contribution receipt.
Tax Rules for Gifts of Personal Property
Churches and their donors need to understand how to substantiate gifts— from cars to clothing.
Gifts of Property: Help Donors Get It Right
Three examples demonstrate how to substantiate donations of land and buildings in accordance with tax law.
Are You Prepared to Accept Bitcoin Donations?
Virtual currency can be given to your church without donors paying taxes on gains realized.
Encouraging Estate Gifts in Your Church
Ways to effectively—and legally—promote this form of giving.
Should Your Church Raise Money Through Crowdfunding Sites?
A fundraising expert offers insights on this increasingly popular online tool.
What Are the Best Accounting Practices for a Multisite Campus?
Navigating donations, designations, and more.
Q&A: What Counts as a Tax-Deductible Donation?
What is—and isn't—tax-deductible for donors who attend a church fundraising event.
Q&A: Will a Plaque Recognizing a Donor’s Contribution Prohibit a Tax Deduction?
"Mere recognition" does not nullify a deduction.
Follow the Data
Collect and analyze key facts and stats to ensure long-term financial health.
Q&A: Are Tax Deductions Allowed for Silent Auctions?
Yes, but you must make sure the receipts you issue are appropriate under the circumstances.
Monetary Gifts for Pastors Who Leave
Churches must follow special rules when it comes to monetary gifts.
Q&A: Are Donations of Stock Considered “Noncash” Contributions?
Yes, but understand that a number of special considerations and requirements apply to stock.
Q&A: Can the Church Borrow from a Restricted Fund?
Such borrowing is not a good practice and it's illegal in most states.
A Tool to Increase Giving: The Church Bulletin
How you present financial information matters
Liability for Ignoring Donors’ Designations
Churches must honor restricted contributions—or else risk refunding them.
4 Ways to Overcome Biases against Missions Giving
How to encourage greater generosity in this important area of the church budget.