An endowment fund can help your congregation to face the future with more stability It provides a meaningful option for your members’ second-mile and legacy gifts. This guide from the ELCA Foundation explains. (Photo: Chris Potter, Creative Commons)
Remind year-end givers of special 2020 tax deductions
The CARES Act passed in response to the pandemic offers special tax benefits for charitable deductions. Your donors need to know. The issues are complicated, but this resource from the ELCA Foundation clarifies the benefits and how to take advantage of htem. (Photo: 401(k) 2013, Creative Commons)
Create a mission endowment fund in your congregation
An church endowment fund can help provide financial stability and encourage good stewardship practices. This guide from lays out some good principles and tips on how to get started. This is from the ELCA Foundation. Most denominations have a similar ministry that serves their congregations.
