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Written by • August 11, 2024• 12:01 pm• Alumini Giving, Alumni Giving

GIVECENTRAL Vs PUSHPAY

WHY IS GIVE CENTRAL THE BEST CHOICE?

Donation and fundraising are the most important pillars of any nonprofit organization. In today’s competitive world, choosing the right platform is crucial for smooth operation. With so many options available, how do you determine which is the best online donation platform?

We’re here to simplify your decision process. Below, we’ve outlined key features to guide you in making the best choice for your non-profit organization.

FeaturesGiveCentralPushpay
An ideal platform  forLarge Organisations seeking a comprehensive solution with extensive featuresPushpay’s comprehensive suite of tools supports scalability, making it ideal for churches looking to expand their reach and engagement.
User InterfaceGC guru An Advanced  AI assistant for users Limited customization in the app interface
New Advance FeatureIntuitive and user-friendly; designed for ease of useNA
CustomizationHighly customizable donation pages with extensive branding optionsCustom branding options for church apps and donation pages
Recurring DonationsYes, with flexible options and automated reminders. 
Advance AI GC Guru allows one to segregate data for recurring giving and customize emails to encourage more giving.
Recurring donation options are available with limited customization
Donor ManagementGiveCentral’s donor management features provide a complete solution for tracking and engaging donors. It has advanced features like segmentation, detailed profiles, integrated communication tools, and real-time reporting. This increases donor engagement.Standard engagement tools with less emphasis on customization
Event ManagementComprehensive event management tools, including live streaming with integrated donation buttons,  Offers event management but with less emphasis on customization for registration forms.
Payment Processing FeesCompetitive and transparent fees.
It offers the widest range of payment methods like PayPal, Apple Pay, Google Pay, credit/debit cards, and many other modes.
Allows you to cover 100% of transaction fee 		The processing fee is high, and less transparent pricing
IntegrationsGiveCentral integrates with several Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systemsCRM and Data management tools like Amergent. Raiser’s edgeNXT, salesforce.org ParishSoft.Parish Data systemMarketing platforms like WordPress.Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn and many moreAccounting software like QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics, LawsonIntegrates with various CRMs and email platforms, but fewer options than GiveCentral
Donor Engagement ToolsAutomated thank-you messages, Text-to-Give, and Text-to-Connect features.using keywords.
GC smart text allows you to reach donors.
An advanced AI assistant GC Guru  for donor engagement 		Standard engagement tools with less emphasis on customization
Mobile OptimizationFully mobile-responsive; offers a mobile app and card reader for events.
GC SmartQR code that allows you to scan and directly land on the payment pages.		User-friendly interface with features like sermon notes, polls, and surveys directly in the app.Less customization features.
Customer SupportExcellent support with dedicated resources and ongoing training and webinars.Standard reporting features without extensive customization
Unique FeaturesSmartTools for quick donor engagementGC smart Streaming events through GC live, and peer-to-peer fundraisingLimited features are available.
SecurityPCI and SOC 2 certified, ensuring secure transactionsLess secure platforms
Give Central vs Pushpay

Although Pushpay is a user-friendly platform many organizations are using it. GiveCentral’s innovative features, scalability, and customization options make it the best choice for organizations who want to take their fundraising efforts to new heights. By partnering with GiveCentral, nonprofits can increase their fundraising efforts to 10x.

Do not settle for less. Discover how GiveCentral can help your non profit organization reach new heights in online giving and community engagement.

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