What credit card processing is right for my business?
If you are a small business owner or nonprofit organization seeking to fundraise or process credit card payments, you’re probably thinking about how you can accept credit and debit card payments (if you haven’t started already). Since almost everyone these days expects to be able to pay with plastic, it is definitely to your business… Read More »
Using a Merchant Account vs. PayPal
If your organization is starting an online fundraising campaign, you may be wondering about the benefits of using a merchant account vs. PayPal. What are the fees associated with both of these options? Which is right for your organization? Both of these options have their advantages, so your choice will depend on your organization’s needs… Read More »
Credit Card Refund Scam Targeting Nonprofits
Nonprofits Be Warned! Credit Card Refund Scam Targeting Online Donations There is currently a scam targeting nonprofits or any organization or individual processing credit card donations online. The scam involves a request from a donor (who is actually a fraud) requesting a refund for all or a portion of a credit card donation to a… Read More »
Selecting a Non-Profit Merchant Services Provider
If your nonprofit handles online financial transactions, you will need to offer credit card processing. This can include online donations, selling tickets to fundraising events, selling sponsorship opportunities, hosting raffles, and much more. After all, almost every online exchange of money these days happens via debit or credit card. If you only offer traditional forms… Read More »
Should my nonprofit use payment processing services?
Online payment processing is commonly used by schools, churches and all types of nonprofit organizations today. Most nonprofits accept credit cards in their offices, at special events, and especially online. But these services can be complicated and costly. You may be wondering, does my non-profit really need to accept credit cards? What kind of credit… Read More »
The Importance of Mission Driven Fundraising
The most successful fundraising campaigns tie into the mission of an organization. This is sometimes called mission-driven fundraising since the organization’s mission is at the heart of its fundraising efforts. You can see this easily in the reverse when organizations select a nonprofit fundraising event that doesn’t align well with their mission. An example of… Read More »
