Stripe for Nonprofits
Payments infrastructure for the internet.
Overview
Stripe is a global leader in online payment processing. For nonprofits, it provides a secure and reliable way to accept donations online. While not a fundraising platform itself, Stripe's powerful API allows organizations to build custom donation experiences on their websites and apps. It also offers a simple 'Payment Links' feature that can be used as a basic donation form. Verified nonprofits can receive discounted processing fees.
✨ Key Features
- Credit/Debit Card, ACH, and Mobile Wallet Payments (Apple Pay, Google Pay)
- Discounted processing fees for eligible nonprofits
- Recurring Payments & Subscriptions
- Payment Links (for simple donation pages)
- Developer-friendly API for custom solutions
- Advanced Fraud Protection
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Developer-first focus with a powerful, flexible API
- Modern technology stack
- High reliability and security
- Unified platform for online and in-person payments
Unique Value: Stripe provides the most flexible and powerful payment infrastructure, allowing nonprofits to build any donation experience they can imagine.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Processing donations for a custom-built donation form on a nonprofit's website
- Powering the payments for a third-party fundraising platform like Donorbox or GiveWP
- Creating a shareable link for a specific fundraising campaign that leads to a Stripe-hosted payment page
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations needing an all-in-one fundraising platform with CRM, events, etc.
- Teams with no technical resources who need highly designed campaign pages
🏆 Alternatives
While PayPal is known for its simple buttons, Stripe is the choice for customization and integration. Its API is considered best-in-class, making it the backbone of many modern fundraising applications.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: No monthly or setup fees. Discounted transaction fees apply for verified nonprofits (contact Stripe for rates). Standard pricing is 2.9% + $0.30.
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