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Is your church looking for new ways to simplify the giving process and encourage generosity? If so, it’s time to look into “Tap-to-Give.”
With Tap-to-Give, your donors can simply tap their smartphone on an NFC tag or sticker (on the back of a seat, at a kiosk, etc.) and instantly access your Subsplash Giving page. From there, they can choose the amount and payment method—credit, debit, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more!
Near-Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless technology that allows devices, like smartphones, to communicate with NFC-enabled tags or stickers by simply tapping them, transmitting data (such as URLs) instantly.
Think of NFC as a fancy QR code—it takes a user to a specific website, but there is no need to turn on your camera.
NFC technology uses a small sticker or tag, which can be placed in your church building—on the backs of chairs, tables, or even displayed in high-traffic areas. When someone taps their phone to the sticker, they’re directed to your church’s donation page. There they can log into their account if prompted, enter an amount, choose a specific fund, and choose their payment method.
This simple user interface makes it a natural fit for churches looking to remove any barriers to generosity.
It’s also important to point out that this technology can also be used for more than just giving. By programming NFC tags, churches can allow members to tap to fill out connection cards, sign up for small groups, or express interest in serving. The possibilities are endless for streamlining engagement and fostering community.
Tap-to-Give isn’t just a fun tech tool—it’s a way to encourage regular and recurring donations by making generosity more accessible. Churches no longer have to worry about people forgetting their wallets or missing the offering basket. With a quick tap, anyone can participate in supporting the mission of the church.
Using NFC technology can also help churches move away from traditional, time-consuming administrative processes. By digitizing these actions, churches can simplify giving, community engagement, and event signups.
There are two options for setting up Tap-to-Give. You can either purchase custom NFC devices with your ministry’s logo and Subsplash Giving link pre-programmed, or opt for blank NFC tags that you manually program yourself. The custom option offers convenience, while the blank tags are often more affordable.
Note: Some custom NFC manufacturers may not allow you to reprogram the device with another URL or action. If you want the option to repurpose the devices (like changing the URL to direct donors to a seasonal Christmas fund) be sure to verify that option is available before purchasing.
Here’s how easy it is to set up Tap-to-Give with Subsplash Giving:
Whether you purchase pre-programmed tags or set them up yourself with a free NFC programming app, getting started with Tap-to-Give is straightforward. For more step-by-step instructions, visit our Support article.
Security tip: A potential risk of using NFC is that hackers with smartphones could change the URLs of your NFC tags to another website. To keep your links secure, experts suggest that you lock down each of your NFC tags with strong passwords. This will prevent someone from reprogramming the tag with links to a fake giving page or other malicious site.
Customization tip: You can also quickly and easily repurpose your NFC tags by using a webpage that can be redirected to other pages by your admin team. For example, you can redirect the NFC tags in your lobby to link up to different event pages as needed, making it easy to switch from summer camp registrations to fall festival volunteer sign up forms.
New tech adoption tip: Encourage your church to try out and adopt new Tap-to-Give technology by blending the old giving methods with the new. To do this, simply put one of the Tap-to-Give stickers on your collection plate. This affords multiple benefits, such as:
For churches already using Subsplash Giving, starting to use Tap-to-Give is easy and efficient. By combining this tech with Subsplash’s robust platform, churches can ensure they’re offering the best possible giving experience. The best part is there are no setup fees or monthly fees to use Subsplash Giving!
As a bonus, your church will appreciate getting the best processing rates available, donor-covered fees, recurring giving, end-of-year tax statements, and more.
Adopting Tap-to-Give with Subsplash Giving not only encourages generosity but also helps your church achieve its mission of reaching more people with the good news of Jesus.
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