Q&A: Do Donor Envelopes Substantiate Contributions?
Envelopes have a number of advantages, but substantiating donations isn't one of them.
Charitable Contributions
Automate Financial Tasks
Save time and money with electronic systems.
Matching Grants vs. Challenge Grants
Why one is better in church fundraising.
A Usable Metric for Any Church
Discover the benefit of collecting data around the per-person-per-week giving metric.
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: Are Donations Given for a New Minister of Music Tax Deductible?
Tax-deductible donations can be designated for a specific ministry purpose.
7 Traits of Churches with Increasing Per Member Giving
One of the key metrics of financial giving in a church is per member giving:
IRS Proposes Changes to Substantiation Rules for Charitable Contributions
Clarifying what the agency has proposed—and what it could mean for churches.
16 Tips for Writing Charitable Contribution Statements
The “how” of sending contribution statements can make all the difference.
Q&A: Should Noncash Contributions Be Included in Donor Statements?
Qualifying receipts should be issued for noncash donations separately from regular (cash) donor statements.
Substantiating Noncash Contributions
Requirements churches and donors must know and follow.
Liability for Ignoring Donors’ Designations
Churches must honor restricted contributions—or else risk refunding them.
Future Opportunities and Challenges for Online Giving
Increasing demands for online giving increases the possibilities for fraud.
Out-of-the-Box Missions Funding
How goats, races, and missions months can encourage church giving.
7 Guidelines for Navigating Missions Funding
How to build a missions program with financial integrity.
Q&A: Can a Pastor Inspect Contribution Records?
Consider these five factors to help make the best decision for your church.
Deduction Denied Due to Lack of Proof
Tax court says couple couldn't substantiate contributions to church.