A Closer Look at COVID-19 and the Church
Church Law & Tax's sister site takes a closer look at COVID-19 and the Church—how the pandemic changed everything.
Giving
Mastercard Rolls Out New Standards for Recurring Billing
Understanding these standards is important for churches and church-run schools with sustainer donor programs.
A 12-Point Checklist for Setting Church Fundraising Guidelines
This downloadable 12-point checklist is created for those wondering how to establish church fundraising guidelines.
Are Churches Required to Issue Charitable Contributions Statements?
What about a one-time donation of only $10? Are churches required to issue contribution statements for such small gifts?
Does a Gift to Support a Camp Counselor Have Tax Implications?
Giving financial gifts to church camp counselors comes with a variety of tax considerations.
Determining Financial Policies for Your Church
How to identify the policies needed for sound financial management.
Shoes, Blenders, Toasters and More— Deducting Donated Household Items
Deducting donated household items is not as simple as it seems and may actually be more trouble than it's worth.
Tax Rules for Gifts of Personal Property
Understand tax rules for gifts of public property and how churches can assist donors with compliance.
Gifts of Public Property: Understanding Tax Rules
Understand tax rules for gifts of public property and how churches can guide donors through IRS compliance.
Are You Prepared to Accept Bitcoin Donations?
Virtual currency can be given to your church without donors paying taxes on gains realized.
Best Accounting Practices for Multisite Churches
Explore best accounting practices to ensure financial health and compliance for multisite churches.
9 Ways to Reverse a Downward Giving Trend
A positive approach to encourage stewardship and generosity.
How Should Items Donated for a Silent Auction Be Treated for Tax Purposes?
Discover if silent auction items are tax-deductible and how churches can comply with IRS guidelines for noncash donations.
3 Ways Church Members Can Be Good Samaritans In a Disaster
What the Good Samaritan parable can teach us abut helping after hurricanes and other disasters.
Do Donor Envelopes Substantiate Contributions?
Discover how to substantiate contributions for tax purposes and why offering envelopes no longer suffice under IRS rules.
Can Churches Mandate Employee Tithing? Legal Considerations and Guidelines
Learn the legalities of mandatory tithing policies for church employees, supported by Supreme Court rulings. Understand requirements for payroll deductions, verification, and labor law compliance.
Automate Financial Tasks
Save time and money with electronic systems.
Six Questions to Ask When Choosing a Church Management System
Six questions every church should ask when thinking about buying a church management system.
Matching Grants vs. Challenge Grants
Why one is better in church fundraising.
A Usable Metric for Any Church
Implement data-driven decision making to improve your church's financial planning with a simple and scalable per-person giving metric.