In this episode, we extend our conversation about intermediate institutions to include churches and 501C3 organizations. Should they be taxed? What should they do to make sure that they contribute to the common good commensurate with their tax advantage.
NOTES:
Here is some further reading.
- https://causeinspiredmedia.com/news-article/brief-history-tax-exempt-sector/
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/501(c)_organization
- https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-soi/tehistory.pdf
- https://taxfoundation.org/church-taxes/
- https://dailycitizen.focusonthefamily.com/why-are-churches-and-religious-organizations-tax-exempt/
- https://friendlyatheist.patheos.com/2011/03/31/what-do-churches-contribute-to-the-community/
RECAP & TAKEAWAYS:
It makes sense to give tax exemptions to organizations that contribute to the common good. It is incumbent on churches to make sure they invest in the common good because this will be an objection that we will hear.
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