Supporting a campaign on HopeGives is quick, secure, and meaningful. Here's everything you need to know about donating.
Finding Campaigns to Support
Discover causes that matter to you:
- Browse Campaigns — Explore our campaigns page
- Search — Find specific causes, people, or organizations
- Categories — Filter by mission type (church, missionary, nonprofit, etc.)
- Direct Links — Follow links shared by campaigners
How to Donate
Making a donation takes just a minute:
- Click "Give" — On any campaign page, click the orange Give button
- Select Frequency — One-time or monthly recurring
- Choose Amount — Select a suggested amount or enter a custom amount
- Add a Message — Optionally include a note of encouragement
- Choose Visibility — Give publicly or anonymously
- Complete Payment — Securely pay via PayPal or credit card
Payment Options
We offer flexible payment methods through our payment partners:
PayPal
- PayPal balance
- Linked bank accounts
- Credit/debit cards through PayPal
Stripe (Credit Cards)
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
- Apple Pay
- Google Pay
Donation Confirmations
After donating, you'll receive:
- On-Screen Confirmation — Immediate success message
- Email Receipt — Detailed record sent to your email
- Tax Receipt — For donations to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations
Anonymous Donations
You can give anonymously:
- Your name won't appear publicly on the campaign
- The campaign owner will still see your name for thank-you purposes
- Tax receipts will still be issued to your name and contact information
Donation Minimums and Maximums
- Minimum — $5 per donation
- Maximum — No maximum limit
Need Help with a Donation?
If you encounter issues:
- Ensure your payment method is valid and has sufficient funds
- Try a different browser or device
- Clear your browser cache and cookies
- Contact support if problems persist