The Labyrinth of Church Payroll Taxes On the surface, federal tax exemption for churches is deceptively simple. Churches are generally considered tax-exempt for federal income tax purposes. Additionally, they are not required to file the annual tax return that most...
As a Christ-follower, you have a vision that called you from your comfort zone into this meaningful adventure of advancing Christ’s kingdom by starting a church to serve your community. Unfortunately, it’s easy to lose sight of your purpose in the often thick forest...
Sharing the Word of God with your community is the highest calling of a follower of Christ. One of the best ways to fulfill this spiritual (and societal) duty is by starting a church on mission to serve Christ. Whether you’re considering planting a church or starting...
The iconic Coca-Cola® brand is worth about $74 billion. With thousands, millions, and even billions of dollars at stake when it comes to brand recognition, most for-profit companies recognize the importance of trademarks, which protect an organization's intellectual...
“God is not a God of disorder but of peace — as in all the congregations of the Lord’s people … Let all things be done decently and in order” (ESV, 1 Cor. 14:33–40). Paul offered this guidance to the church in Corinth when their meetings became chaotic and disorderly....
“Every good church is messy.” Many Christian leaders promote this idea as a challenge for believers to accept the messiness inherent in all churches in a fallen world. After all, the church is made of sinners who are in the process of becoming like Christ. We should...
Beginning as a simple hashtag campaign in 2017 to raise awareness about sexual harassment and assault in the media world and corporate America, the "Me Too" movement has also had a significant impact on various nonprofits, including churches. What should churches and...
A donor has just sent your nonprofit a generous check. How do you return this kind and important donor handshake? There are specific steps charitable organizations receiving donations must follow to comply with IRS tax laws. Charitable organizations should know that...
Though there are multiple business structures available to charitable startups, most choose to pursue 501(c)3 status over other alternatives. According to Forbes, more than 1.6 million nonprofits are 501(c)3 organizations and include environmental groups, food banks,...
Ask your insurance carrier who is most likely to sue a nonprofit, or business for that matter, and their answer may surprise you. The plaintiff is not likely to be a victim of slip and fall in your poorly lighted or maintained parking lot. The most likely plaintiffs...
