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Gravity Forms enables nonprofits to create professional donation forms with integrated payment processing through Stripe, PayPal Checkout, Square, Mollie, and 2Checkout. The Nonprofit license ($129/year) includes payment gateways. Supports one-time and recurring donations with conditional logic and CRM integrations.
Payment Gateway Comparison
| Gateway | License Required | One-time Donations | Recurring Donations | Special Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stripe | Pro+ | ✓ | ✓ | Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH Debit, regional payment methods |
| PayPal Checkout | Pro+ | ✓ | ✓ | Venmo, Pay Later options, regional payment methods |
| Square | Pro+ | ✓ | ✗ | Credit card processing only |
| Mollie | Pro+ | ✓ | ✓ | European methods, iDEAL, Bancontact |
| 2Checkout | Elite | ✓ | ✓ | Global payments, multiple currencies |
License Comparison for Nonprofits
| Feature | Basic ($59/year) | Pro ($159/year) | Elite ($259/year) | Nonprofit ($129/year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sites | 1 | 3 | Unlimited | 3 |
| Payment Processing | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Recurring Donations | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| User Registration | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Coupons | ✗ | ✗ | ✓ | ✓ |
| CRM Integration | Basic | Advanced | All | All |
| Support | Standard | Standard | Priority | Standard |
Donation Form Features
Payment Options:
- One-time donations with flexible amounts
- Recurring monthly/yearly subscriptions
- User-defined donation amounts
- Fixed donation tiers with radio buttons
Donor Management:
- Automatic receipt generation
- CRM integration (HubSpot, Salesforce, Zoho)
- Email marketing connections (Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign)
- Donor data export capabilities
Advanced Features:
- Conditional logic for donation levels
- Multi-page donation flows
- Fee recovery options
- Memorial/tribute donation fields
Recurring Donation Setup
| Billing Cycle | Supported Gateways | Configuration |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly | Stripe, PayPal Checkout, Square | Set billing cycle to 1 month |
| Quarterly | Stripe, PayPal Checkout, Square | Set billing cycle to 3 months |
| Annually | Stripe, PayPal Checkout, Square | Set billing cycle to 1 year |
| Custom | Stripe, PayPal Checkout, Square | Days, weeks, months, years |
Integration Options
Email Marketing:
- Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign, Campaign Monitor, plus many more
- Automatic donor list segmentation
CRM Systems:
- HubSpot (all licenses)
- Salesforce (Elite only)
- Zoho CRM (Elite only)
- Agile CRM (Elite only)
- Plus many more
Project Management:
- Trello task creation (Pro+)
- Slack notifications (Elite)
- Zapier workflows (Pro+)
FAQ
Q: What payment methods can donors use for WordPress donation forms?
A: Donors can use credit cards, PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH Debit, and European methods like iDEAL through Gravity Forms payment gateways.
Q: Can I set up recurring monthly donations with Gravity Forms?
A: Yes, Stripe, PayPal Checkout, and Square support recurring donations with customizable billing cycles from days to years. Requires Pro or Elite license.
Q: Do I need to pay transaction fees to Gravity Forms for donations?
A: No, Gravity Forms charges no per-transaction fees. You only pay standard payment gateway fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction).
Q: What’s the minimum license needed for donation payment processing?
A: Nonprofit license ($159/year). Alternatively, Pro license ($159/year) is required for payment processing. Basic license ($59/year) includes form building but no payment gateways.
Q: Can I integrate donation forms with my nonprofit CRM?
A: Yes, Gravity Forms connects with HubSpot (all licenses), Salesforce, Zoho CRM, and Agile CRM (Elite only) for automatic donor data management.
Q: Are there special nonprofit pricing options available?
A: Yes, Gravity Forms offers nonprofit licensing ($159/year).
Official Product Links
- Gravity Forms: https://www.gravityforms.com
- Pricing: https://www.gravityforms.com/pricing/
- Documentation: https://docs.gravityforms.com
- Nonprofit License: https://www.gravityforms.com/nonprofit-license/
Last Verified: January 2026