Daniel is one of the few leaders in the Bible where you will find nothing negative written about him. He was just as human as all the other prophets, priests, and kings, but his character and convictions helped him rise above any scandals, and he is a great example of...
Stewardship & Giving
Properly Handling Fundraising Auctions
Q: Our church is considering a fundraising auction. What is the proper way to receipt donors who provide items for the auction, and can we provide contribution receipts for auction winners? A: A fundraising auction can be a successful way for a church to...
Stewardship and Giving
Did you know that the Bible teaches us that the way we handle our money determines how much God can bless us? Actually, Christ said it—probably because He knew that the way in which we handle our money is evidence of our heart and priorities. Additionally, Scripture...
Timing of Year End Contributions
The IRS has several requirements in order for donors to claim a tax deduction for charitable deductions. For example, as defined by the IRS, the donation must be a gift to, or for the use of, a qualified organization. Further, the donation must be voluntary and given...
Donating Time and Travel
Q: What advice can we give to our volunteers who want to deduct their time or travel expense when volunteering at church? A: Volunteers donate about 8 billion hours each year serving in civic, religious or school organizations. Many times, these volunteers provided...
Best Practices for Accepting Bitcoin Donations
By now, everyone has heard of Bitcoin, the oldest and most popular cryptocurrency. Other popular digital currencies include Ethereum, Tether and Dogecoin. According to Wikipedia, a cryptocurrency is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange where...
3 Essential Keys to Stewarding Donor Funds
The Bible teaches us to be good stewards of the resources we have. This theme is woven throughout Scripture. In the local church, the pastor and board are entrusted with stewarding the funds contributed by donors. What are some key practices church leadership should...
Benefits of Online Giving
Q: Why should our church offer an online giving option? A: There are several advantages to offering an online giving option to churchgoers: Wide Acceptance Many people have switched to paying bills online for almost all other activities. An option to give...








