Non-Profit

Best POS Systems for Churches

Churches need donation and payment systems for tithes, offerings, event registrations, and bookstore sales. The right system offers low nonprofit rates, recurring giving, and easy donor management.

Common Challenges

Accepting digital tithes and offerings
Recurring giving setup
Event and retreat registrations
Bookstore/gift shop sales
Donor tracking for tax receipts
Low processing fees for nonprofits
Kiosk giving stations

Must-Have Features

  • Donation acceptance
  • Recurring giving
  • Donor records for receipts
  • Low nonprofit rates
  • Mobile giving option
  • Basic reporting

Nice-to-Have Features

  • Text-to-give
  • Church management integration
  • Event registration
  • Giving kiosk support
  • Fund designation (tithes, missions, etc.)

Frequently Asked Questions

Should we use a church-specific platform?

For donations and recurring giving, dedicated platforms (Tithe.ly, Pushpay) often work better than general POS. Use Square or similar for bookstore sales and event registrations.

What fees should churches expect?

Most processors charge 2.2-2.9% for nonprofits. Some church-specific platforms offer lower rates. ACH/bank transfers cost 0.5-1% and are better for larger donations.

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