Many churches provide housing (a parsonage) or a housing allowance for their clergy members as part of their overall compensation package. The tax treatment of such housing, whether provided [...]
Reaching out to young people is a goal for many churches. But with church child abuse scandals grabbing headlines for many years now, church leaders should take precautions before launching a [...]
Silent auctions are a popular fundraising strategy for good reason. By introducing a competitive element to giving, donors feel an extra incentive to keep bidding higher. They also give the [...]
Managing nonprofits is a huge challenge. Many nonprofits rely on a mix of full-time, part-time, and volunteer staff to the work that would be reserved for full-time, trained employees at a [...]
It’s a scenario no church wants to face. A large donor suddenly has a change of heart and demands that some or all of a significant gift be returned. Perhaps the donor is facing an unexpected [...]
Many 501(c)(4) social welfare organizations are set up with an inherent political purpose in mind. In a sense, pursuing activities to promote general welfare is by definition a political aim. But [...]
Keeping employees, volunteers, church members, and visitors safe is important not only because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it reduces a church’s financial risk. At an [...]
In a donation installment plan a donor agrees to give a certain amount on a recurring basis, often monthly. Often described as “sustainer” programs, installment plans offer donors with an option [...]
The #MeToo movement has sparked a renewed conversation in society about how sexual harassment harms careers and causes victims to suffer. States around the country have adopted fresh rules for [...]
There are many who say that running an organization is chiefly about managing risk. In the nonprofit realm, managing risk often involves a mixture of revenue generation, careful financial [...]