Calculate your tithe on gross or net income, set custom giving percentages, and see monthly and annual giving breakdowns. Works for any faith tradition or charitable giving goal. Free, no signup.
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Comparison: gross vs net tithing on $75,000 income
10% of Gross ($75,000)$7,500/yr
10% of Net (est. take-home)$5,850/yr
Difference$1,650/yr
Giving at different percentages:
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💡 Gross or Net?
Many churches and faith traditions leave this to personal conviction. Tithing on gross income is viewed as giving "first fruits" before any deductions. Tithing on net is giving from what you actually receive after taxes. Both are acts of generosity — the more important factor is consistency and a giving heart.
Understanding the Tithe
The tithe — from the Old English teotha meaning "tenth" — is the practice of giving 10% of income to one's religious community or charitable causes. It appears in multiple faith traditions including Christianity, Judaism, and some interpretations in other faiths.
Biblical basis
The tithe is referenced throughout the Hebrew Bible and New Testament. In Malachi 3:10, God challenges believers to "bring the full tithe into the storehouse." In the New Testament, Jesus references tithing (Matthew 23:23) while emphasizing that justice and mercy are the weightier matters. Many Christian denominations teach tithing as a minimum starting point for giving, with "offerings" going beyond the 10% baseline.
Tithing in different faith traditions
Christianity: 10% of income, typically to the local church. Some traditions specify gross income; others leave it to conscience.
Judaism:Ma'aser (tithing) involved various tithes totaling 10–23% depending on the year in a 7-year cycle. Modern practice varies by community.
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: 10% of annual income, declared annually during tithing settlement.
General charitable giving: The tithe framework is also used by secular givers as a generous giving benchmark regardless of religious motivation.
Is a tithe tax-deductible?
Tithes and offerings paid to qualifying religious organizations (registered 501(c)(3) in the US, registered charities in the UK and Canada) are fully tax-deductible as charitable contributions. Keep all receipts and annual giving statements from your church or organization for tax filing. Gifts must be to the organization, not directed to a specific individual, to qualify for the deduction.
What if I can't afford to tithe 10%?
Most pastors and faith leaders counsel that consistent, proportional giving matters more than hitting a specific percentage. Starting at 2–3% and increasing by 1% per year is a widely recommended approach for those building a giving habit. The principle underlying the tithe — systematic, intentional generosity — is more important than the specific number. Use the custom goal tab above to find a starting percentage that works for your current situation.
Should I tithe on a tax refund?
Views vary. If you tithed on your gross income throughout the year (including the portion withheld for taxes), your refund is a return of money already tithed on — so no additional tithe is required. If you tithed on your net (take-home) income, some argue the refund represents pre-tax income that was not yet tithed on. This is a matter of personal conviction; consult your pastor or faith community for guidance.