This edition of our risk management eBook focuses on stewarding ministry resources with care. First, read about the steps ministries can take to not only fundraise safely, but to also help ensure financial sustainability, advance mission goals, and maintain donor trust. And then, explore how to prevent your ministry from becoming a target for employee dishonesty or fraud. Plus, learn how to protect your property against theft.

After you view our downloadable eBook, be sure to check out all the additional resources found on this page.

Download The Deacon's Bench

Sample Website Wording
Gift Acceptance Guidelines

Sample guidelines help donors know the types of gifts that are or are not acceptable, and how your ministry will use them.

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Sample Policy:
Gift Acceptance

A robust gift acceptance policy addresses many areas of risk that could lead to unintended consequences for donors as well as your school or college.

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Fundraising
for Missions

Take steps to ensure funds go toward supporting a program or project and avoid tax issues for donors and your ministry.

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Watch for
Financial Irregularities

Three red flags that spell trouble for ministries and steps you can take to protect ministry finances.

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Fraudsters Target Churches

Learn how strong financial controls help prevent pilfering of ministry funds.

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Financial Controls Checklist

Use this checklist to help create detailed, written policies for handling ministry money.

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Access ECFA Resources

Connect with the ECFA and get access to resources on topics like charitable gifts, expense
reimbursements, fringe benefits, and much more.

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Secure Your
Ministry Against
Mail Theft

Discover how a secure mailbox or post office box can prevent postal theft.

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Defend Against
Catalytic Convertor Theft

Learn the steps to thwart criminals before they strike your ministry's vehicles.

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Building Security Checklist

Use this sample checklist to help you defend your property against vandalism and theft.

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Surveillance Cameras
at Church

See how security cameras can help protect your people and property.

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