Statement of Functional Expenses Times Two

ISSUE Has your institution considered the TWO “Statements of Functional Expenses” required for this year’s financial statements and Form 990?   SITUATION Saltwater Christian College (SCC) is a private college exempt under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3)...

“The Big Game” Outreach Party

ISSUE Throwing a Super Bowl party for fellowship, outreach, and (possibly) fundraising can be a great idea for your school – but watch out for some stringent NFL trademark rules that could get you penalized.   SITUATION Marathon Bible College (MBC) is a private...

Standard Mileage Rates for 2019

ISSUE The IRS has released 2019 “standard mileage rates.”  The business rate has increased, as has the “Medical and Moving” rate – but remember, the deductibility/non-taxability of “moving expenses” is currently suspended until 2026.  And, the charitable mileage rate...