I have been the treasurer for my church for the better part of 10 years. It is an important job but one that requires a certain amount of specialized knowledge to do it properly which makes it very difficult to ever move out of the position. Having a firm like OSA&C to step in and do the detailed work allows our church finance committee to focus on making the decisions that are best for the church and not be concerned with the details of the books. What a relief!
William S. Hart, CFP, MBA
Retirement Strategies, Inc.
In the wake of disaster (bombings, tornadoes, floods, etc.) many kind-hearted people quickly offer help. Unfortunately, that compassion turns some people into easy prey for the bogus charities of scam artists and criminals. Once bitten, donors may become twice shy, so transparency is imperative. Be proactive: Encourage your donors to do their research before contributing. […]
In case your meteorologist hasn’t reminded you, hurricane season started on the East Coast June 1. In addition to your usual emergency kit preparation, the Internal Revenue Service encourages everyone—including churches and nonprofit organizations—to protect their essential records. While you may want to comfort others after a disaster, focus now on ensuring your church or […]
