Church Law & Tax
Does Your Church Operate a School or Preschool? Know This IRS Deadline
If your church runs a K–12 school or preschool, the IRS may require a Form 5578 filing by May 15. Here's what your leadership needs to know to stay compliant with federal tax rules.
Church Law & Tax
Institutional References: What They Are and Why They’re Important for Vetting Church Volunteers
Institutional references are simply references provided by someone at an institution where the applicant has previously worked with children or youth.
Church Law & Tax
Everything Church Leaders Need To Know About Mandatory Reporting Laws
Every state has a mandatory reporting law for child abuse on the books. But many pastors and church leaders are unaware of these statutes, let alone their need to comply with them.
Church Law & Tax
This Mistake by Churches Can Prove Costly for Ministers and Employees During Tax Season
As April 15 approaches, and ministers and church employees nationwide prepare to send their filings, they may be surprised to learn they owe more taxes than expected.
