by JK Stewart | Jul 21, 2026 | Comparisons, Strategy
A class action lawsuit filed in Pennsylvania this year accuses Givebutter of adding two separate charges to every donation, a processing fee and a tip, without getting clear consent from the donor. The complaint claims both charges are added by default, that removing...
by JK Stewart | Mar 27, 2026 | Comparisons, FAQs
The Hidden Layer Beneath Every Donation Most donors never think about payment processing. They arrive at a giving page, type in a number that feels meaningful, enter their card information, and click the donate button. The entire process usually takes less than a...
by JK Stewart | Mar 25, 2026 | Comparisons, FAQs, Strategy
The Quiet Power Behind Modern Fundraising Most nonprofits think about fundraising in terms of campaigns, storytelling, and relationships. Those pieces matter. A compelling story moves people to give, a clear mission builds loyalty, and thoughtful communication keeps...
by JK Stewart | Mar 23, 2026 | Comparisons, Strategy
The Quiet Infrastructure Problem Most Nonprofits Ignore Many nonprofit boards spend enormous time discussing programs, campaigns, and strategic vision while barely touching the systems that actually move money from donor to mission. That gap matters more than people...
by JK Stewart | Mar 18, 2026 | Comparisons, FAQs, Strategy
The Question That Surfaces in Every Boardroom Eventually At some point the conversation arrives. Someone on the board looks at the fundraising report, notices the platform fees, and asks the development director a reasonable question. Are we using the best donation...
by JK Stewart | Mar 11, 2026 | Comparisons, Strategy
The Comfort of a Single System There is something reassuring about consolidation. One donation platform. One CRM. One email provider. One payment processor. Everything integrated, automated, and humming along quietly in the background. Finance reports reconcile...
