7 Top Online Giving Companies For Churches

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If church donations are down, the problem might be with your giving options. Take a moment to consider how many of your church members actually carry cash with them anymore.

Odds are, many members, especially those under 50, are more used to carrying debit and credit cards. This means when the offering plate comes around, they don’t have anything to put in it. This doesn’t mean they don’t want to give, though.

Online giving options give these members a chance to give on their terms. They can make occasional donations or set up a schedule, so they never forget. It’s a great way to boost tithing and take advantage of technology for your church.

1. EasyTithe

EasyTithe is a popular online giving tool. It’s easy to customize it to match your church’s branding, so it looks familiar to users. The platform offers mobile, online, recurring, text and kiosk giving. There are no startup fees for any plans and the highest transaction fees are 3% plus $0.39 per transaction. Free and monthly fee plans are available.custom church website button

2. PayPal / Stripe

PayPal and Stripe are similar online giving options. While they’re mostly used for ecommerce, both tools allow you to incorporate a payment area on your church’s website to accept donations. PayPal can’t be customized and the only fees are 2.2% plus $0.30 per transaction. Stripe can be customized, but it’s more difficult than EasyTithe. Fees are 2.9% plus $0.30 per transaction.

3. Continue to Give

Continue to Give is a slightly more expensive option, starting at $15 per month. The platform offers mobile, online and kiosk giving. It can integrate with your existing church website, so members never leave your site to tithe. Pricing varies, but transaction fees are usually 2.9% plus $0.30 per transaction.

4. SecureGive

SecureGive was actually created by pastor who wanted to offer members an easier way to tithe. The platform is well-known for putting security first, which may help put members’ minds at ease who are hesitant to donate online. The online, mobile and kiosk plan starts at $69 per month, while the plan that includes texting starts at $109 per month. Transaction fees vary based on the payment method.

5. Paperless Transactions

Paperless Transactions offers a wide range of online giving services. The service can accept both cards and checks. It can integrate with your website or create a mobile app just for your church. Text giving is also an option. You can also set up specific donor pages for fundraising or upcoming events. It’s one of the more expensive options, starting at $25 per month plus a $500 setup fee.

6. Mogiv

Mogiv makes online giving easy for both members and churches. There are no fees except for transaction fees. It’s free to try and supports online, mobile and text-based giving. It’s one of the best options if you’re new to online giving and want to try it out before committing to a service with monthly or setup fees.

7. Tithe.ly

grow your church button Tithe.ly is designed to boost online giving through mobile, online and text giving. There are no setup or subscription fees to deal with, making it a more affordable giving solution for churches. You’ll only pay 2.9% plus $0.30 per transaction for accepting cards. The platform also accepts funds directly from bank accounts at a fee of 1% plus $0.30 per transaction. There is even an option to show fees to users and allow them to add the fee amount to their donation, making it free for churches.

Add Online Giving Today

If your church hasn’t tried online giving yet, now is the time to try. The majority of your members probably have a smartphone with them at all times. It’s easier for them to donate with a few taps than try to remember to carry cash around with them. Choosing the right provider is important. While you should consider cost, look at additional features, such as custom branding. The right solution can and will boost tithing.

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