by Larry Richman | Jul 3, 2025
The Church normally discourages making in-kind contributions (non-monetary) as tithing and other offerings. It is preferable for members to dispose of the property themselves and then pay tithing and other donations monetarily. However, in-kind donations may be...
by Larry Richman | Jul 1, 2025
For members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, giving donations like tithing and other offerings is more than just a commandment—it’s also an act of faith. Members are encouraged to make their contributions online at donations.ChurchofJesusChrist.org....
by Larry Richman | Mar 5, 2024
During the 2023 Christmas season, a record number of Giving Machines were available to the public as part of the Light the World initiative of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Red vending machines were set up in 61 locations around the world, allowing...
by Larry Richman | Jan 27, 2024
It’s time for Latter-day Saints in the United States to begin preparing their tax returns. Here’s how to print your official statement of donations to the Church. Go to donations.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. Or navigate to it on ChurchofJesusChrist.org by...
by Larry Richman | Jan 27, 2023
It’s time for Latter-day Saints in the United States to begin preparing their tax returns. Here’s how to print your official statement of donations to the Church. Go to donations.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. Or navigate to it on ChurchofJesusChrist.org by...
by Larry Richman | Oct 13, 2021
The Lord tells us to give 10 percent of our income to the Church for tithing (see Doctrine and Covenants 119). But what happens when we give money to a member of the bishopric or pay it online to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? The Church’s...
by Larry Richman | Feb 12, 2021
It’s time for Latter-day Saints in the United States to prepare their tax returns. Here’s how to print your official statement of donations to the Church. Go to donations.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. (Or navigate to it on ChurchofJesusChrist.org by clicking My...
by Larry Richman | Mar 5, 2020
It’s time for Latter-day Saints in the United States to prepare their tax returns. Here’s how to print your official statement of donations to the Church. Go to donations.ChurchofJesusChrist.org. (Or navigate to it on ChurchofJesusChrist.org by clicking My...
by Larry Richman | May 18, 2018
The generosity of LDS Church members and others has resulted in sufficient funds in the Perpetual Education Fund and the Temple Patron Assistance Fund. As a result, you are encouraged to select other categories for your ongoing donations. You can donate to many other...
by Larry Richman | Jul 3, 2015
On April 30, I wrote that the Church had approved an electronic method for members in the United States to pay tithing and submit other charitable donations. The Online Donations website is already available in some areas, and is being rolled out to congregations in...
by Larry Richman | Apr 30, 2015
From the Church’s MormonNewsroom.org site: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has approved an electronic method for members in the United States to pay tithing and submit other charitable donations. The Online Donations system will allow members in...
by Larry Richman | Jan 26, 2010
The Church has created a widget to donate to the Haiti earthquake relief. To post this on your blog or Web site, click the Share tab on the widget, then click one of the icons, or copy the embed code to your site. Please help spread this widget to increase donations...
by Larry Richman | Sep 12, 2025
LDS365 has prepared a guide to help you plan a Latter-day Saint wedding, with tips and resources to help couples, parents, and Church leaders make it a meaningful and memorable celebration. This guide can help you make decisions and plan details of your wedding so...
by Larry Richman | Sep 3, 2025
Tithing declaration (formerly “tithing settlement”) begins September 1 and continues through December 15. To prepare for meeting with the bishop in tithing declaration, here are instructions on how to print your donor statement. Go to...
by Larry Richman | Aug 18, 2025
From September 1 until December 15, bishops and branch presidents are asked to meet with members of the Church for a tithing declaration interview. This is a yearly opportunity for families to meet with the bishop to discuss their payment of tithing. This is primarily...