According to the IRS, yes it does! But a donor can only give a maximum of 50% of their income as tax-deductible donations. Additionally, Here is a quote from page 2 from the IRS Tax Guide for Churches and Religious Organizations: "Churches and ...
Yes, but a synonym for minister is someone who is an administrator of a trust. The administrator and minister mean the same thing. Therefore, by being an admin for the trust - one also qualifies as the minister of that trust.
One who is in dire straits should always seek assistance! We would utilize the following organizations if starting from "zero": FOOD = Local Food Bank/Pantry (contact local churches in area) from private institutions, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition ...