If you promise to give $1 million to a church, which begins new construction based on your promise, you may be held legally obligated to make the gift even though there is no contract.

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A promise to donate money to a church can be considered a legally binding contract, even if it is not written down. Therefore, if the church relies on your promise and begins construction based on it, you may be held legally obligated to fulfill your promise and donate the $1 million.

If You Promise to Give $1 Million to a Church