 | Church Administration
Donations and Contributions
Resources for understanding how to handle gifts that come in to your church.
| Store Code: CLT14
Format(s): Microsoft Word 
Price: $9.95
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| Topics: | Administration, Business, Donations, Finances, Legal issues, Money, Not-for-profit issues, Stewardship |
| Filters: | Business administrator, Finances, Financial officer, Fundraising ministry, Management, Office administrator, Stewardship, Treasurer |
| Purpose: | Ministry |
| References: | None |
| Date Added: | June 17, 2008 |
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In an ideal world, contributing to a church would be as simple as “donor gives, church expresses gratitude.” However, churches need to consider the intricacies of giving, such as following correct record-keeping procedures and helping donors understand the circumstances in which they may claim tax deductions. These handouts can help pastors, board members, treasurers, and other church leaders maintain high legal and ethical standards.
This Training Pack contains all of the following:
Substantiating Cash Contributions
Record keeping and communication help donors and churches track giving.
Richard Hammar
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Substantiating Contributions of Property—Part 1
The rules change as the value of the contribution increases.
Richard Hammar
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Substantiating Contributions of Property—Part 2
How churches and donors can be clear about recording large gifts.
Richard Hammar
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Designated Contributions
Earmarking funds has a significant effect on whether a donation is tax deductible.
Richard Hammar
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Correctly Receipting Year-End Contributions
What should a church do when asked to backdate checks written at the start of a year?
Richard Hammar
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Refunds of Charitable Contributions
Churches should follow these procedures when donors ask for their money back.
Richard Hammar
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Limited Donations of Property and Buildings
In general, a donor must give the entirety of a property to claim a tax deduction.
Richard Hammar
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