ELCA Resource Center

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Financial

Downloadable Financial Resources for congregations, synods and the Churchwide Organization are provided.

Families First Coronavirus Response Act - UCC Update
Local Travel Reimbursement
Social Security and Other Information for Clergy and Religious Workers
Identity Theft
Data Security
Financial Best Practices for (Presenation)
Congregational Model Audit Committee Charter
Writing Minutes Like a Pro
Human Resources for Congregations series
Acknowledging in-kind gifts
Council Officers Job Descriptions
Credit Card Best Practices
Automobile Mileage Expense
Automobile Actual Expense
Things to remember about housing allowance
Narrative Budgets
Handling Financial Matters
Program Budget Presentation
Accountable Reimbursement Policies
Sample Expense Voucher
Cash vs. Accrual Methods of Accounting
Financial Contingency Plan
Congregational Audit Guide
Financial and Accounting Guide
Accountable Reimbursement Policy Long Form
Internal Control Best Practices
Accountable Reimbursement Policy Short Form