To address the "TAX THEM NOW!" folk.
(Respectfully... I fully understand why it makes sense to them.)
Consider that the Catholic Church's various entities operate as non-profit organizations under 501(c)(3) of the IRS tax code.
To tax the Church, you'd remove that exemption.
(Respectfully... I fully understand why it makes sense to them.)
Consider that the Catholic Church's various entities operate as non-profit organizations under 501(c)(3) of the IRS tax code.
To tax the Church, you'd remove that exemption.
Here's the thing... the Catholic Church is a SMALL part of the non-profits in the US.
Quick facts: (2016)
- There are 1.54 million+ non-profits in the US
- These non-profits generate $1T+/yr (5.6% GPD) to the economy
- 501(c)(3) contribute HUNDREDS OF BILLIONS in services/yr
Quick facts: (2016)
- There are 1.54 million+ non-profits in the US
- These non-profits generate $1T+/yr (5.6% GPD) to the economy
- 501(c)(3) contribute HUNDREDS OF BILLIONS in services/yr
So... sure... tax them, get rid of them... just know that you'll end up paying MORE for FEWER services.
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