What is *spotfund's Text-to-Donate feature and how does it work?

This feature makes it easy for supporters to give to your fundraiser. Donors simply text a designated keyword to a unique number, and they receive a secure link to your donation page. From there, they can choose an amount, enter their information, and complete their gift—all from their device, without needing to navigate to your fundraiser page manually. You can generate a unique Text-to-Donate keyword and number in your dashboard. Supporters can use any smartphone on any carrier, and the donation link is mobile-friendly and responsive, working seamlessly across all devices. The link leads to *spotfund's secure donation platform, where all payment information is encrypted and protected with industry-standard security measures.

Where can I promote my Text-to-Donate keyword to maximize donations?

You can use your *spotfund Text-to-Donate keyword anywhere supporters are likely to see it: at live events, in printed materials like flyers or posters, in videos or livestreams, on your website, and across social media channels. The goal is to make it as easy as possible for donors to give in the moment they’re inspired.

Do donors get charged through their phone bill when they use Text-to-Donate?

No. With *spotfund Text-to-Donate, texting the keyword does not charge the donor. Instead, the donor receives a link to a secure donation page, and their gift is processed like a standard online donation using a credit/debit card or other supported payment methods. *spotfund includes Text To Donate as part of our standard package with no extra charges. It’s a seamless, cost-effective feature for any fundraiser.

Is Text To Donate available outside the United States?

Currently, Text To Donate is available in the U.S., with plans to expand to other regions in the future.

What payment methods are supported through Text-to-Donate?

Donors can pay via credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPay, and other digital wallets. This ensures flexible payment options for contributors. Donations made via Text To Donate are reflected in your campaign’s progress bar instantly. This ensures you have up-to-date fundraising data.

Are there limits on the donation amounts supporters can give through Text-to-Donate?

No. Unlike older text-based giving systems that capped donations, *spotfund allows donors to choose any amount when they follow the link to your secure donation page.

Can supporters set up recurring donations using Text-to-Donate?

Yes. Once a donor clicks the Text-to-Donate link, they can choose between making a one-time donation or setting up recurring contributions. The recurring donation option is available if you’ve enabled it for your fundraiser. Donors can typically select the frequency (such as weekly, monthly, or annually) and the amount, making it easy to provide ongoing support. You’ll also be able to manage and track recurring donations through your fundraiser dashboard, giving you insight into your supporters’ ongoing contributions.

Text To Donate

*spotfund’s Text-to-Donate feature lets supporters give securely from any device. Simply text the campaign keyword, follow the link, and complete a donation in seconds.

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How to use text to share your fundraiser

Use the Share button on your fundraiser and select Text to Donate from the options.

Share the unique keyword and number with supporters via flyers, events, or social media.

Supporters text the keyword and receive a secure link to donate directly from their phone.

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How to use text to share your fundraiser

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Text To Donate

How to use text to share your fundraiser

Common Fundraising Questions