HopeGives is committed to transparent pricing. This guide explains exactly what fees apply to donations on our platform.
Fee Overview
When a donation is made.
- Payment Processing Fees — Charged by PayPal or Stripe
Payment Processing Fees
These fees go directly to the payment processor:
PayPal
- Standard rate: 2.89% + $0.49 per transaction
- Rates may vary for international transactions
- PayPal may offer reduced rates for verified nonprofits
Stripe
- Flat rate: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction
- One flat rate for every card type and donor location, so fees stay simple and predictable
HopeGives has a ZERO platform fee on donations
- Optional T.I.P HopeGives operates on an optional T.I.P from donors.
Total Fee Example
For a $100 donation via PayPal:
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Donation Amount | $100.00 |
| PayPal Fee (2.89% + $0.49) | -$3.38 |
| Platform Fee (0%) | -$0.00 |
| Net to Recipient | $96.62 |
For a $100 donation via Stripe:
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Donation Amount | $100.00 |
| Stripe Fee (2.9% + $0.30) | -$3.20 |
| Platform Fee (0%) | -$0.00 |
| Net to Recipient | $96.80 |
How We Use the optional T.I.P income
T.I.Ps support:
- Server infrastructure and security
- Ongoing feature development
- Customer support team
- Payment fraud prevention
- Compliance and legal requirements
Stripe payments are charged a flat 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. PayPal rates are set by PayPal, not HopeGives, and may change. HopeGives may also introduce fees for additional products or features in the future.
[!INFO] HopeGives is committed to keeping fees as low as possible while maintaining a sustainable, secure platform for faith-based fundraising.