Giving Remains Strong for Most Churches Despite the Ongoing Pandemic
But a third of churches have experienced a decrease in donations.
Budgets
12 Steps for Sound Ministry Budgeting
The steps to better plan, organize and allocate your organization’s financial resources
On-Demand Webinar
Church and Nonprofit Ministry Finance: Planning for the New Normal
Discussing how the pandemic has challenged church and nonprofit ministry finance, finding the new normals, and more.
Church Compensation – Second Edition
From Strategic Plan to Compliance
Most Churches Remain Optimistic About Their Financial Outlook in the Coming Months
Still, around a third of all churches express uncertainty or pessimism as they look toward 2021.
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Rethinking Your Church’s Budgeting Process for 2021
On-Demand Webinar: Guidance on how church leaders can adjust their current budgeting processes to adapt to changes caused by the pandemic.
Q&A: What’s the Best Way to Cut Our Budget as We Weather the Effects of the Pandemic?
This Q and A will help your church address the budget in the best way to weather the financial strain created by the pandemic.
Q&A: Dynamic Cash-Flow Forecasting is Key to Managing Rapid Change
Budgeting during a time of rapid change is a matter of ditching the annual budget and doing some dynamic cash-flow forecasting and planning.
Q&A: Adopting a New Budget During Extraordinary Times
If your fiscal year begins July 1, budgeting during the pandemic presents unique challenges—but there is a way forward.
On-Demand Webinar
Church Financial Management in Challenging Times
CPA Michael E. Batts helps churches navigate financial concerns created by the pandemic in this on-demand webinar.
Are Church Employees Eligible for Unemployment Benefits?
Sorting through a complex area of law as churches weigh difficult financial decisions.
Why Using Windows 7 Is a Security Risk
Earlier this year, Microsoft ended tech support for it—here’s what your church needs to know if you’re still using it.
Reliable Financial Data for Churches
Replace assumptions with research and insights you can trust.
Talking to Your Congregation About Money
Helpful insights on talking about money and encouraging people to become generous givers.
The Newest Technology Isn’t Always the Best Technology
Before your next tech purchase, use these three tips.
Shining a Light on How Churches Spend Money
New survey results provide insights on budget trends and decisions nationwide.
How Churches Spend Their Money: 2019 Executive Report
This report will give you an inside look at how churches nationwide spend their money.
Planning and Advocating for Your Church’s Disaster Budget
Setting a church disaster budget is a form of stewardship that ensures ministry continues for the congregation and the community.
Church Finance
Learn about budgeting, financial reporting, tax compliance, insurance coverage, and more.
Q&A: Is Our Church’s Overall Budget for Salaries Too High?
Excessive compensation is based on individual pay, not on the total amount budgeted for staff.