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Are Church Donations and Tithes Tax Deductible? (2026 Rules)

Are tithes and church donations tax deductible? Learn the 2026 IRS rules, the new $1,000 deduction if you don’t itemize, and what records to keep.

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Generosity
August 13, 2026

Why Stewardship is About Far More Than Money

Biblical stewardship is about wisely managing everything that God has given us–our time, opportunities, energy, talents, thoughts, belongings, and finances.

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Chris Dunagan
Generosity
May 6, 2026

How to Increase Recurring Giving at Your Church: 8 Plays That Work in 2026

What if a few small changes could dramatically increase consistent giving at your church? This article breaks down the simple rhythms, messaging shifts, and follow-up strategies churches are using to turn occasional donors into faithful recurring givers—without pressure, gimmicks, or big campaigns.

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Chris Dunagan
Generosity
February 6, 2026

True Religion, Practical Stewardship: Why Every Church Needs a Benevolence Budget

A church benevolence budget is a designated portion of a church’s finances set aside to meet urgent needs within the congregation, community, and global church.

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Susanna Gonzales
Generosity
December 10, 2025

How to Talk About Year-End Giving Without Feeling Awkward: A Pastoral Guide to Inspiring Generosity

Year-end giving season is coming, and with it, that familiar tension every pastor feels. Here’s how to talk about generosity with clarity, confidence, and zero cringe while leading your church into deeper discipleship.

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Susanna Gonzales
Generosity
December 1, 2025

7 Giving Tuesday Tips for Churches

Giving Tuesday doesn’t have to feel transactional. With the right strategy, your church can invite generosity, tell meaningful stories, and fund important initiatives—without donor fatigue.

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Tithely
Generosity
November 24, 2025

How Ramsey Solutions Provides Hope Through Financial Education, and Why Their Model Resonates

Ramsey Solutions helps millions find financial freedom through biblical wisdom, practical tools, and a proven path toward long-term stability and generosity.

Written by
Chris Dunagan
Generosity
November 13, 2025

How Churches Can Use Digital Giving to Fund Missions and Outreach

Missions and outreach are central to your church’s calling, but funding them can be challenging. Explore how digital giving tools and tactics can help you engage more donors, simplify giving, and fund the long-term success of missions.

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Stephen Altrogge
Generosity
November 6, 2025

Building a Digital Giving Culture: Tips for Church Leaders

We live in the Venmo era where generosity happens with a tap. Discover how church leaders can build a thriving digital giving culture that makes generosity simple, joyful, and mission-focused.

Written by
Stephen Altrogge
Generosity
November 1, 2025

How Much Should You Really Pay Your Church Staff? Salary Benchmarks for Church Leaders

Preparing budgets for 2026? This guide explores biblical principles of compensation, real-world salary benchmarks for key ministry roles, and practical ways to build a sustainable financial foundation through recurring giving. Learn how to honor your team well while staying financially healthy and mission-focused.

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Susanna Gonzales
Generosity
October 4, 2025

Why People Give to Churches: Understanding How Generosity Fuels Community and Mission

Have you ever wondered how churches pay for everything—from Sunday worship to global missions? Discover why people give, where that money goes, and how modern technology is making generosity easier than ever.

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Stephen Altrogge
Generosity
September 16, 2025

How Top Churches Use Tithely to Increase Online Giving and Fuel Generosity

From Saddleback to the Salvation Army, leading churches and nonprofits are using Tithely to make giving simple and inspire generosity at scale. Discover how digital giving is fueling global missions, planting churches, and transforming communities.

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Chris Dunagan
Generosity
September 15, 2025

How Planetshakers Empowers Global Generosity Through Local Giving

Learn how planetshakers leverages Tithely to streamline giving across its Melbourne campuses and global movement—making volunteering, missions, and worship come alive through generous giving.

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Chris Dunagan