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Nonprofit Payment Tools

Choosing the best nonprofit payment platform in 2026

Trying to pick the best way for your group to collect payments or donations? You’ve probably seen a ton of options. Cash, checks, Venmo, Stripe, PayPal, Cheddar Up—it can get confusing. Not every platform works the same, especially for nonprofits that need to track every dollar and stay compliant. Here’s a simple guide, updated for…

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Nonprofit Membership Levels and Names (with 15 Examples)

Membership is the cornerstone of a solid financial backbone for many nonprofits, associations, and clubs. Does your group have to have membership levels to succeed? Absolutely, not. For some groups, you’re either in or out. For others, things aren’t so black and white. Read on to learn about nonprofit membership levels (with examples) so you…

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7 Ways to Handle HOA Accounts Receivable

Why did you join your HOA Board? Maybe you wanted your voice to be heard on the approved paint color schemes. Or you felt you could lend your handyman/handywoman experience to the new mailbox project. The fact is, most people join their HOA Board to help foster the betterment of their community, not to enforce…

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Nonprofit Mobile Credit Card Processing for Dues, Donations & More

Challenges of Old Payment Methods If your nonprofit isn’t set up to collect payments on-the-go, you could be missing out. Not only do mobile payment processors allow you to collect secure, PCI-Compliant payments, they overcome several challenges. Let’s compare the alternatives: Benefits of Mobile Payment Processing for Nonprofits Now that we’ve got those points out…

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22 Ways to Use the All New MoneyMinder Store Feature to Collect Payments

We at MoneyMinder have been working hard behind the scenes to ensure our software helps with the full spectrum nonprofit money management. Our latest feature has been a labor of love and we are so pleased to announce our new online store feature. Store by MoneyMinder is a secure online payment portal that seamlessly integrates…

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Collecting Dues When Times Are Tough

When your organization or community faces hard times, you may feel uncomfortable collecting dues from your members. Whether you are managing due collection for a sports team or an HOA, it is important to remember how crucial dues are to keep your organization running properly. Keep in mind that your members are most likely loyal…

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How to Manage Church Members More Effectively

Church membership is an important aspect of any congregation. The careful tracking of families and individual members shows an organized professionalism that is crucial in the administration of a church.Traditional methods of membership tracking are prone to errors. Excel spreadsheets can be difficult to manage and share amongst pastors and church administrators. Another error-prone tracking method…

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How to Collect and Manage Homeowners Fees

Note: NonProfit Central does not offer legal advice. These are simply options to consider with your HOA team and legal counsel. A Homeowner’s Association (HOA) is an organization created by the real estate developer during the process of property development. During the property development stage, The Homeowners Association is responsible for directing structural standards, design…