religious tax

Why Are Religious Groups Not Taxed?

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Why Are Religious Groups Not Taxed? The major reason why churches are not taxed like businesses is because, actually, they aren’t businesses. Their activities lie largely outside the taxable economy. … And, in fact, religious organisations do pay tax where appropriate. What churches don’t have to pay taxes? The short answer is “yes.” For purposes

Should Religious Institutions Pay Taxes?

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Should Religious Institutions Pay Taxes? Religious institutions do not pay any income tax at any level of government. Additionally, individuals and corporations that donate to religions can deduct those expenses – once they are above a specific amount – from their taxable income. Are religious institutions exempt from tax? And, in fact, religious organisations do