TotalGiving

What TotalGiving is

TotalGiving is an online platform for donating to charitable causes and fundraising for charities. Supporters can donate to a charity through its donation page or create a fundraising page for a chosen charity. Donations can be made as a guest, without an account, or through an account that provides access to past donations and can make later donations quicker. Account access is also available through Facebook login. Donors can enter card details and choose whether to add a Gift Aid declaration; recurring gifts are available. TotalGiving says funds raised go directly to the charity. Its Free plan costs nothing and is described as having no fees from TotalGiving and no commission. The service is available on the web and iOS. Its listed headquarters are in Norwich, Norfolk, United Kingdom.

Who it suits

TotalGiving suits charities and supporters who want to raise funds or donate through charity pages. It also offers recurring gifts and account-free guest donations.

Getting started

1. Visit https://www.totalgiving.co.uk/.
2. Open the donation page for the charity you want to support.
3. Donate as a guest or use an account, with Facebook login offered for account access.
4. Provide card details and choose whether to add a Gift Aid declaration.
5. For fundraising, create a page for your chosen charity.

Verdict

TotalGiving brings charity donations and fundraising pages together, with guest and account-based giving options. Its Free plan is listed as free with no fees from TotalGiving and no commission.