Understanding Church Payroll Trends When managing your church’s finances, one of the most significant decisions is determining how much of your budget should be allocated to payroll. While there’s no universal formula, understanding broader trends in church payroll expenses can help you gauge the financial health of your organization and make informed decisions. Why Payroll …
Two large ministries in California recently found themselves facing fines in the tens of thousands of dollars after being audited by the Employment Development Department (EDD). Their mistake? Misclassifying employees as 1099 contractors. It’s a mistake that’s all too common and can have devastating financial consequences for churches and ministries. If your church isn’t clear …
What is a Love Offering Anyways? Love offerings are special collections taken up by churches to support a specific or unique need. Just like the name suggests, it is a way for the people of your church to show their support and appreciation through gifts. These offerings are separate from regular tithes and offerings and …
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Ensure Your New Employees Are Set Up for Success! Starting a new hire off on the right foot is crucial for their success and your organization’s efficiency. Our HR onboarding checklist provides a guide to help you cover the essential steps and documents needed for a smooth onboarding process. How to Use This Checklist This …
Ensure Your New Employees Are Set Up for Success! Are you in the process of hiring a new employee and feeling overwhelmed by the paperwork? We’ve got you covered! Our easy-to-follow checklist will help you ensure you have all the necessary documents to get your new hire set up for payroll and benefits smoothly. How …
One crucial aspect of financial health for nonprofits is building reserves to weather unforeseen challenges and sustain long-term impact. Here are five strategies to build financial reserves and strengthen your organization’s financial foundation: Your organization should also build reserves for maintenance or large asset replacement. This could be deferred maintenance for potential building repairs or …
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IRS Guidelines to Determine Worker Classification The distinction between an employee and an independent contractor is not just a matter of titles—it has significant implications for tax responsibilities, benefits, and the level of control an organization has over a worker. The IRS Publication 1779 is a key resource employers should be aware of when determining …
Are you aware of the federal rules and regulations concerning labor law posters? Here are some key guidelines outlined by the Department of Labor that you should know about: 1️⃣ Display Requirements: Nonprofits and churches, just like any other employer, are required to display certain labor law posters in a conspicuous place where employees can …
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Senate Bill 553, signed into California law on September 30, 2023, mandates a comprehensive approach to workplace violence prevention for nearly all employers within the state. The bill requires the development and implementation of detailed Workplace Violence Prevention Plans (WVPPs) tailored to the specific hazards of each work area and operation. Employers are required to …
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Volunteers often give countless hours investing in the goals and needs of your ministry. Volunteers often give countless hours investing in the goals and needs of your ministry. They serve because they care about the mission of your ministry. They don’t serve for recognition or gifts, but we know it feels great to be recognized and appreciated for the time and energy we invest in the most important things. Here are 5 practical ways you can celebrate your volunteers.
