How Can Churches Save Money During the “Giving Slump” in Summer
Though summer often doesn’t see the amount of giving that Christmas generates, there are many creative ways to get people to increase their church giving during this time of year.
Though summer often doesn’t see the amount of giving that Christmas generates, there are many creative ways to get people to increase their church giving during this time of year.
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The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which came into effect on January 1, 2024, represents a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for U.S. businesses, including any non-exempt nonprofit organizations such as churches and charitable organizations. The implementation of the Corporate Transparency Act marks a pivotal moment in the fight against financial crimes, signaling a concerted effort to strengthen accountability and integrity within the business and nonprofit sectors. This legislation aims to enhance financial transparency and combat illicit activities by requiring certain entities to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). By mandating the disclosure of beneficial ownership details, the CTA seeks to create a more transparent environment that deters illicit activities and promotes a culture of compliance across diverse entities operating within the United States. What Nonprofits Need to Know Exemptions for Nonprofits If your nonprofit has applied for 501(c) status but has not yet received it, you could potentially be subject to reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). Nonprofits with an active 501(c) status, political organizations under Section 527(e)(1), or charitable or split-interest trusts are exempt from the CTA's reporting requirements. This broad exemption covers a wide range of nonprofit organizations, including most charities, schools, religious organizations, private foundations, social welfare organizations, labor organizations, trade associations, chambers of commerce, and social clubs. It's important to note that the exemption applies without regard to whether the organization has filed an application for recognition of tax-exempt status pursuant to IRC 508(a) Implications for Noncompliant Nonprofits Nonprofits that do not meet the exemption criteria must comply with the CTA's reporting requirements. Examples of Noncompliant Nonprofits Defective Drafting: Nonprofit organizations with defective drafting of their Articles of…
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