To start collecting donations through SignUpGenius Giving, you'll need to connect a Stripe account. It’s fast, secure, and makes sure all your funds get to the right place.
Here’s what you’ll need handy:
- Your legal name and date of birth
- Your SSN (or EIN and business details if you’re setting up as an organization)
- Your bank account number and routing number for deposits
Heads up: You can use your personal details if you're fundraising as an individual without a formal business or website. No need to be a registered nonprofit!
To connect Stripe:
- From your donation page, click Draft.
- Click Activate Stripe and follow the prompts.
- Enter your personal or business info, verify your identity, and add your bank details.
- When Stripe asks for your website, you can use your suction or sign up link in place of a website URL.
That’s it! Stripe will securely process donations and transfer them to your account—usually within 1–2 business days. Donors don't need a Stripe account of their own; they can pay by credit card.
Need to update your bank account information later? You can do that anytime from your Stripe dashboard.