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PayPal Giving Integration for Nonprofits

By: Alec Hollingsworth
Updated:  
July 16, 2025

Definition:

A system that connects nonprofit donation tools to PayPal Giving Fund, allowing secure, automated donation processing and streamlined recordkeeping.
PayPal Giving Integration for Nonprofits is a technology solution that seamlessly connects a nonprofit’s donation platform or CRM with PayPal Giving Fund and other PayPal donation tools. This integration allows nonprofits to accept donations directly from supporters’ PayPal accounts, benefit from PayPal Giving Fund’s zero-fee processing, and automatically track, acknowledge, and reconcile donations within their fundraising or accounting software. By streamlining the donation process, nonprofits can reduce administrative work, increase transparency, and provide donors with a secure and familiar payment option. Integration also enables timely reporting and better donor stewardship through automated receipts and data synchronization.

Key Takeaways

  • Automates donation tracking and receipting.
  • Offers donors a secure, trusted payment choice.
  • Reduces administrative workload for nonprofits.
  • Enables seamless data flow between platforms.

Why It Matters

It simplifies donation management, saves time, and increases donor trust by offering a secure, recognizable payment method.

Real World Example

A small animal rescue nonprofit uses Keela’s PayPal Giving Integration to accept donations via PayPal Giving Fund during its annual fundraising campaign. As supporters donate through PayPal, the funds are deposited directly to the nonprofit’s account with no processing fees, and every donation is automatically logged in Keela. The system instantly issues tax receipts to donors and updates their records, saving the organization hours of manual data entry. At the end of the campaign, the nonprofit can easily generate reports showing all PayPal donations, making reconciliation with their accounting system quick and accurate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PayPal Giving Integration for Nonprofits?

It is a system that connects nonprofit donation or CRM tools with PayPal Giving Fund, automating donation acceptance, tracking, and receipting.

How does Keela’s PayPal Giving Integration benefit my nonprofit?

It automatically imports and tracks PayPal donations in Keela, issues receipts, and reduces manual data entry.

Are there fees for using PayPal Giving Integration?

Donations via PayPal Giving Fund are typically fee-free, though standard PayPal transactions may incur processing fees.

Can donors receive automatic tax receipts?

Yes, integrated systems like Keela can issue receipts automatically when PayPal donations are received.

Does integration improve data accuracy?

Yes, automation reduces the risk of manual entry errors and ensures records are up-to-date.

Related Terms

Accessibility Compliance
Automation Trigger in a Nonprofit CRM
Average Gift Size
Board Member Profile
Bounce Rate
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