With mass shooting incidents continuing to plague our society, businesses, community groups, and churches are all being forced to examine ways they can protect their staff and visitors from [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Like every employer, a church needs to plan for its employees to need time for family, especially when a new baby is on the way. Every church with employees needs to adopt clear policies and [...]
Federal and state law provide churches with numerous exemptions and exceptions to taxes of various kinds. Many tax advantages apply automatically, while others may require some paperwork. All of [...]
Most religious organizations start out focused on local work, perhaps with an eye toward developing a network with like-minded groups located elsewhere. But the contemporary landscape of [...]