“Synagogues and nonprofits become eligible for grants to upgrade energy efficiency in the new infrastructure bill” The Forward reports on provisions in the infrastructure bill signed by President Biden on November 15 that will allow houses of worship and nonprofits to apply for grants to increase the energy efficiency of their buildings. Read more here. h/t Religion Clause here.
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FREE WEBINAR: “Fraud in the Church: What we learned from 700 church leaders”
FREE WEBINAR: “Fraud in the Church: What we learned from 700 church leaders” On Wednesday, October 27 at noon E.D.T., ChurchLaw&Tax will host a free webinar discussing a recent survey related to fraud in the church and share best practices to reduce vulnerability to fraud. Register here.
“Five Ways Designated Giving Can Get Your Church in TroubleFive Ways Designated Giving Can Get Your Church in Trouble”
“Five Ways Designated Giving Can Get Your Church in Trouble.” Church Answers has a quick list of problems, legal, practical, and pastoral, here.
FREE WEBINAR: Top Legal Considerations for a Post-Pandemic Church
FREE WEBINAR: Top Legal Considerations for a Post-Pandemic Church. On May 20 at 1:00 p.m. E.D.T., the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability will host a free webinar featuring Erika E. Cole, who will discuss legal issues church leaders should consider in the coming months. The issues include commercial property, mergers, employment, and more. Click here to register and learn more.
FREE “The Church Law & Finance Virtual Conference” Sept. 24
FREE “The Church Law & Finance Virtual Conference” Sept. 24. Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, LLP & Aronson, LLC present a free conference several timely topics. The conference consists of several presentations from 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. E.D.T. Register here.
Free Webinar on Demand: “PPP Loan Forgiveness Updates: Cutting Through the Confusion”
Free Webinar on Demand: “PPP Loan Forgiveness Updates: Cutting Through the Confusion” The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability hosted a presentation by C.P.A. Mike Batts on July 22, 2020, which you can access here (free user registration required).
FREE ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: “Navigating Critical Legal Issues in the COVID-19 Crisis”
FREE ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: “Navigating Critical Legal Issues in the COVID-19 Crisis” ECFA hosted an excellent webinar covering new and old federal employment protections, federal aid programs, contract implications, and potential insurance coverage related to COVID-19. Access the recording, including presentation slides, with a free registration here.
Continue reading “FREE ON-DEMAND WEBINAR: “Navigating Critical Legal Issues in the COVID-19 Crisis””FAQ Regarding Participation of Faith-Based Organizations in Payroll Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans
FAQ Regarding Participation of Faith-Based Organizations in Payroll Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loans The U.S. Small Business Administration has answers to frequently asked questions here.
Josh on Theology Thursdays: Church, State, and COVID-19
Josh on Theology Thursdays: Church, State, and COVID-19 Yesterday I had the pleasure of joining Lutheran pastors James Smith (Trinity Episcopal and St. John’s Lutheran in Three Rivers, Michigan) and Chris Laughlin (Messiah Lutheran in Constantine, Michigan) for their “Theology Thursdays,” which they post to their congregations’ Facebook pages while we keep social distance due to COVID-19. We talked about Church and State issues during COVID-19. It was a fun conversation in a difficult time. Go here to watch the hour-long conversation.
Continue reading “Josh on Theology Thursdays: Church, State, and COVID-19”“How Churches Can Apply for the Paycheck Protection Program What leaders should know—now—to prepare their application for funds from the stimulus package.”
“How Churches Can Apply for the Paycheck Protection ProgramWhat leaders should know—now—to prepare their application for funds from the stimulus package.” ChurchLaw&Tax has an overview here. Find the application for the Paycheck Protection Program here. The Treasury Department has a fact sheet here.
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- FREE WEBINAR: “Churches and the CARES Act: Helping Congregations and Employees Weather the Cash Crunch”
- FREE RECORDED WEBINAR: The CARES Act—Key Impacts on Churches and Nonprofits (1:00 p.m. E.D.T., March 31, 2020) (requires free registration)
- An Overview of the CARES Act for ChurchesKey highlights from the government’s $2.2 trillion stimulus plan responding to COVID-19. (ChurchLaw&Tax)
- ECFA: How the COVID-19 Economic Stimulus Bill Affects Churches and Nonprofits
- Plews Shadley Racher & Braun LLP COVID-19 resource page
- ChurchLaw&Tax resource page: “Coronavirus and the Church: The Latest News and Advice from Church Law & Tax”
- ChurchLaw&Tax: “Your Church Can Be Reimbursed for Mandated Sick Leave Pay Since churches now must provide leave tied to coronavirus, this benefit may prove valuable.”
- Employee Rights: Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) (PDF) (U.S. Department of Labor poster)
- Federal Employee Rights: Paid Sick Leave and Expanded Family and Medical Leave under The Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) (PDF) (U.S. Department of Labor poster)