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Text to donate that captures every moment of generosity

Supporters text, get a secure link, and donate instantly. No hassle—just giving while the moment matters.

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Set up text to donate in 2 minutes

STEP 1

Choose your keyword

Pick a memorable word like HOPE or GIVE2026 for your campaign. Zeffy checks that it's easy to type and won't get autocorrected.

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STEP 2

Connect to your donation form

Link your keyword to any Zeffy donation page. Supporters who text will get a fast mobile-friendly link to complete their gift.

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STEP 3

Share your shortcode

Tell supporters to text your keyword to 73739. Display it on screens, announce it during events, or include it in urgent appeals.

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STEP 4

Watch donations come in

Track texts, clicks, and completed donations in real-time. Follow up with thank-you messages and see which campaigns perform best.

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STEP 1

Choose your keyword

Pick a memorable word like HOPE or GIVE2026 for your campaign. Zeffy checks that it's easy to type and won't get autocorrected.

STEP 2

Connect to your donation form

Link your keyword to any Zeffy donation page. Supporters who text will get a fast mobile-friendly link to complete their gift.

STEP 3

Share your shortcode

Tell supporters to text your keyword to 73739. Display it on screens, announce it during events, or include it in urgent appeals.

STEP 4

Watch donations come in

Track texts, clicks, and completed donations in real-time. Follow up with thank-you messages and see which campaigns perform best.

100% free forever.
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Common questions about text to donate

Do I need to buy a shortcode?

No. Zeffy provides a shared U.S. shortcode (73739) that donors already recognize and trust. You just pick your custom keyword.

How much does text to donate cost?

Nothing. Like all Zeffy tools, text to donate is completely free for nonprofits. Donors can choose to leave a voluntary contribution to support the platform.

What happens after someone texts?

They instantly receive a link to your mobile-optimized donation page. If they've given before, their details are pre-filled to make giving even faster.

Can I use different keywords for different campaigns?

Yes, create unlimited keywords for events, appeals, or ongoing campaigns. Each can link to a different donation form with custom messaging.

What’s the difference between Text to Give and Text to Donate?

With Text to Give, donors send a text and are charged a preset amount through their phone bill or a saved payment method. With Text to Donate, donors receive a secure link by text and complete their gift on a customized donation page. Zeffy chose to offer the latter because it gives donors more choice: their donation amount, how and when to pay.

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Keep Every Dollar Working for Your Mission

Capture donations at the peak moment of inspiration

Shared U.S. shortcode included at no cost

Reach supporters who find online forms intimidating

Unlimited custom keywords per campaign

Keep 100% of every text-to-donate gift

Mobile-optimized donation pages

Convert more event attendees into donors

Returning donor auto-fill for faster giving

Bridge the gap between cash and digital giving

Automated thank-you and follow-up messages

Turn urgent appeals into immediate action

Real-time analytics and performance tracking

Collect donations for free
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