The Catholic Services Appeal (CSA) or Annual Appeal is crucial in your fundraising efforts to support the work of the Church throughout the diocese. Your… Read More »3 Ways MinistryPlatform Helps You Manage Annual Appeals
Well, nothing is ever for certain when it comes to the IRS. On November 2, 2023, the IRS Director for ERC, John J. McInelly, held… Read More »Important ERC Update From The IRS
The idea of fundraising can be daunting, especially for faith-based institutions. Churches and other religious communities rely on donations to continue their operations and serve… Read More »Decoding the Art of Successful Fundraising: Ten Proven Strategies
GivingTuesday is one of the most widespread generosity movements across the world. Created in 2012 as a day that encourages people to do good, it… Read More »#GivingTuesday: It’s Not Too Late to Plan Your Fundraising Campaign
In the realm of community outreach and church management, the impact of giving is undeniable. Donors aren’t just financial supporters; they’re the driving force behind… Read More »Thank Givers the Right Way with These 11 Simple Ideas
What happened? The IRS has received so many Employee Retention Credit (ERC) applications from scammers that they have been overrun with fraudulent submissions. To combat… Read More »The IRS paused ERC submissions – What does it mean to my church? What do I do NOW?
After your Employee Retention Credit 941-Xs have been processed by the IRS, you will receive one or more refund checks (if the IRS approved them… Read More »Understanding Employee Retention Credit (ERC) Checks
Deal with the financial responsibilities of a church, including budgeting, fundraising, and transparent financial reporting, while avoiding perceptions of wealth accumulation Introduction: The Heart of… Read More »Financial Stewardship for Churches: Navigating Challenges and Embracing Solutions
Overcoming Hurdles and Cultivating Effective Resource Management Introduction Resource management is the backbone of a thriving and impactful church. As faith communities endeavor to fulfill… Read More »Navigating the Top 10 Challenges in Resource Management for Churches
Safeguarding Blessings, Illuminating Souls Amidst Dollars and Cents Introduction: Where Faith Meets Finances Within the embrace of a church, where prayers echo and candles flicker,… Read More »Nurturing the Sacred Trust of Financial Stewardship for Churches
Effective Stewardship Starts with Your Strategic Plan Part 4 This series outlines the key steps to a strategic plan that can be a living document for… Read More »Establishing Your Goals
Part 1 of 3 Are you ready to fulfill your church’s unique mission and purpose? For the same reason that you follow a roadmap to… Read More »Church Strategic Plans: Why You Need One & How to Build One
