Church tax decree for Goodyear employees: Support in Fulda

Church tax decree for Goodyear employees: Support in Fulda

Stand: 03.08.2024, 6:45 pm

by: Leon Schmitt

solidarity in difficult times

The upcoming closure of the Goodyear tire work in Fulda not only has an economic impact on the employees directly affected, but also throws a shadow on the entire community. In order to meet the challenges that such a drastic measure brings, both the Evangelical and the Catholic Church in Fulda show a future -oriented example of solidarity. These religious institutions have decided to help those affected.

church tax discount for dismissed employees

With an innovative partial estate of church tax on the severance payments, the diocese of Fulda and the Evangelical Church of Kurhessen-Waldeck (EKKW) would like to help the employees concerned financially. This regulation is particularly noteworthy because the employees who lose their jobs due to the closure of the work in autumn 2025 only have to pay half of the regular church tax on their severance payments. This represents an important relief for those affected, who are often faced with uncertain financial perspectives.

broader support for other labor

The remarkable thing about this initiative is that it not only benefits the Goodyear employees. The churches have made it clear that such a partial decree also applies to employees of other companies affected by closings. This illustrates the commitment of the religious communities to grant support in crisis times and to act in solidarity.

The way to the tax refund

The employees concerned must make sure that their severance payments are correctly specified in the income tax notice. The application for the partial decree of church tax can be submitted to the diocese of Fulda or the EKKW within a year after receipt of the tax assessment. For those who need a binding promise, there are options for advice in the Evangelical State Church Office or in the Episcopal General Vicariate in Fulda.

a sign of the community

The initiative of the churches is not only a financial ray of hope for the workers threatened by unemployment, but also symbolizes a strong sense of community in Fulda. Through the active support of the churches, a broader discussion about the value of solidarity and social responsibility within society is initiated. This type of help is crucial to deal with the changes that bring about such corporate decisions.