Online Giving
SoapBox makes it easy to give to your church securely and conveniently. Whether it’s your weekly tithe, a special offering, or support for a specific cause, giving is just a few taps away.Making a Gift
One-Time Gift
1
Go to Giving
Tap More > Give or find the Give button on your dashboard.
2
Enter Amount
Type the amount you want to give.
3
Select Fund
Choose where your gift goes:
- General Fund
- Missions
- Building Fund
- Benevolence
- Other designated funds
4
Add Payment Method
Enter card details or select a saved method.
5
Complete Gift
Review and confirm your donation.
Recurring Giving
Set up automatic giving to maintain consistency:- Start a new gift
- Toggle Make this recurring
- Choose frequency:
- Weekly
- Bi-weekly
- Monthly
- Custom
- Select start date
- Optionally set an end date
- Confirm setup
Payment Methods
Accepted Methods
| Method | Processing Time | Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Credit Card | Instant | ~2.9% |
| Debit Card | Instant | ~2.9% |
| Bank Transfer (ACH) | 3-5 days | ~1% |
| Apple Pay | Instant | ~2.9% |
| Google Pay | Instant | ~2.9% |
Adding a Payment Method
- Go to Giving > Payment Methods
- Tap Add New
- Choose type (Card or Bank)
- Enter details
- Save
Managing Payment Methods
- View all saved methods
- Set a default method
- Remove old cards
- Update expiring cards
Giving Funds
Your church may have multiple funds for different purposes:Common Funds
General Fund
Supports overall church operations and ministry.
Missions
Funds missionaries and global outreach.
Building Fund
Supports facility needs and expansion.
Benevolence
Helps members and community in need.
Splitting Gifts
Divide one gift between multiple funds:- Tap Split Gift
- Allocate amounts to each fund
- Complete as one transaction
Giving History
Viewing Your History
- Go to Giving > History
- See all past donations
- Filter by date range or fund
- View individual gift details
Gift Details Include
- Date and time
- Amount
- Fund designation
- Payment method used
- Transaction ID
Downloading Statements
Get records for tax purposes:- Go to Giving > Statements
- Select year
- Download PDF statement
- Save or print for your records
Year-end giving statements are automatically generated in January for the previous tax year.
Managing Recurring Gifts
View Recurring Gifts
- Go to Giving > Recurring
- See all active recurring gifts
- View next scheduled date
Modify a Recurring Gift
- Select the recurring gift
- Tap Edit
- Change amount, frequency, or payment method
- Save changes
Pause a Recurring Gift
Need to skip temporarily:- Select the gift
- Tap Pause
- Choose resume date (or leave open)
- Confirm
Cancel a Recurring Gift
- Select the gift
- Tap Cancel
- Confirm cancellation
Special Giving Campaigns
Your church may run special fundraising campaigns:Campaign Features
- Progress tracking toward goals
- Leaderboards (optional)
- Special fund designation
- Campaign updates and stories
Participating
- View active campaigns on the Giving page
- Tap to learn more
- Give toward the campaign goal
- Track progress with your church
Security & Privacy
Payment Security
SoapBox uses Stripe, a PCI-compliant payment processor:- Bank-level encryption
- Secure tokenization
- Fraud detection
- No stored card numbers
Giving Privacy
Your giving is confidential:- Only church financial staff see detailed records
- Leaders see aggregate data for planning
- Your giving is never shared publicly
Tax Information
Tax Deductibility
Donations to your 501(c)(3) church are generally tax-deductible. Consult your tax advisor for specifics.Getting Documentation
- Individual gift receipts emailed automatically
- Annual statements available in January
- Download from your giving history anytime
Required Information
Ensure your profile includes:- Legal name
- Mailing address
- Email address
Giving Tips
Give First
Give First
Set up recurring giving to happen right after payday so giving comes first.
Use Bank Transfer
Use Bank Transfer
ACH transfers have lower fees, meaning more of your gift goes to ministry.
Update Card Info
Update Card Info
When you get a new card, update your payment method to avoid failed transactions.
Designate Thoughtfully
Designate Thoughtfully
If unsure where to give, the General Fund supports overall ministry operations.
Review Annually
Review Annually
Each year, review your giving and prayerfully consider any adjustments.
Getting Help
Giving Issues
If you encounter problems:- Check your payment method is valid
- Ensure sufficient funds
- Try a different payment method
- Contact church office for assistance
Questions About Funds
Contact your church’s finance team for questions about:- Where your gift goes
- Fund designations
- Special giving opportunities