A Gift Acceptance Policy helps churches navigate complex and sometimes risky donor gifts. It can help avoid legal and public relations issues, and it helps staff understand how to graciously turn down offers. This template from Brotherhood Mutual provides a wonderful starting point.
A gift acceptance policy can save your church headaches
Because we never know when a questionable or burdensome designated gift may come our way, having a gift acceptance policy in place is wise. The United Methodist Church has a wonderful sample. (Photo: Creative Commons)