When deciding on an online giving platform for your church or non-profit, you need to to do your due diligence. Do the math and look at the actual cost to your organization. In this continuation of our ”Choosing The Best Online Giving” blog series, we’re going to get a more in-depth look at rate structures.

If you're in the market for online giving, finding a company with good rates is only a part of the overall assessment. You need to look at the overall value of the service, and whether or not the service not only works for you, but helps you accomplish your goals as a church or non-profit. Is it built well? How much maintenance does it require? Will it accomplish everything that you need it to? Can it be delegated to a volunteer or part-time staff person? Does it help you make strategic decisions for the future of the organization?