Online Giving & FAQs
Do you pay for everything or most things online? Are you looking for an easy, modern way to make weekly offerings, give to special collections and respond to special appeals? Why not make your donations to OLC electronic as well?
Giving online is easy and allows you to set up automatic, recurring contributions and view your complete online giving history from anywhere you have access to the Internet. We now offer 3 different, easy ways to contribute electronically. Get all of the details on our options below:
Giving online is easy and allows you to set up automatic, recurring contributions and view your complete online giving history from anywhere you have access to the Internet. We now offer 3 different, easy ways to contribute electronically. Get all of the details on our options below:
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Give by ComputerGiving online is easy and allows you to set up automatic recurring contributions and view your complete online giving history from anywhere you have access to the Internet.
Simply follow these easy steps:
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Give by AppGiving through the App is the same as the Online Giving, except you can give through your smartphone instead of a computer.
Click here to learn how to download the app and for Frequently Asked Questions. |
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Give by TextIn less time than it takes to write a check, you can send your gift to OLC through a simple text message right from your smartphone.
It only takes a few minutes to sign up, create an account and support Our Lady of Consolation. Click here for instructions to set up your Give-by-Text account. |
FAQs - Electronic Giving
Check below for the most frequently asked questions and the answers. If you still have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Scott Ray at 610-857-3510 or [email protected].
Q. What are the advantages of electronic giving?
A. Electronic giving is all about convenience for you and consistency for the church. It eliminates frequent check writing and allows you to stay on track with your giving, even when you are unable to attend services. The church, in turn, benefits
from much-needed donation consistency and a reduction in the volume of check and cash contributions that require manual processing in the church office.
from much-needed donation consistency and a reduction in the volume of check and cash contributions that require manual processing in the church office.
Q. How does electronic giving work?
A. Contributions are transferred automatically from your checking or savings account to the church’s bank account.
Q. How are my automatic contributions deducted and transferred?
A. First, you sign and return an authorization form to the church office indicating the amount you wish to contribute on a regular basis. Contributions are then transferred through the Automated Clearing House (ACH) network—the same network already used by families to make mortgage and utility payments or to receive payroll earnings and Social Security income.
Q. When will my contribution be debited from my account?
A. The first debit to your account will occur on the date you specify on this form. Thereafter, your account will be debited according to the frequency you select on this form.
Q. How will I keep track of contributions in my check register?
A. Since your contribution is made at a pre-established time, you simply record it in your check register on the appropriate date. Electronic contributions will also appear on your bank statement.
Q. What can I use to prove I made a contribution?
A. Your bank statement will show an itemized list of electronic transactions that can be used as proof of your contributions.
Q. Is electronic giving risky?
A. Electronic giving is less risky than writing checks or carrying cash to services. To process electronic donations, the church uses Vanco Services, LLC—an established and highly-regarded company that moves funds directly from member
bank accounts to the church bank account on the same day without any delay. Vanco processes contributions for more than 12,000 churches and nonprofit organizations.
bank accounts to the church bank account on the same day without any delay. Vanco processes contributions for more than 12,000 churches and nonprofit organizations.
Q. How much does electronic giving cost?
A. It costs you nothing to contribute electronically and it costs the church very little.
Q. What if I try electronic giving and don’t like it?
A. You can cancel your authorization, at any time, by contacting the church office.
Q. How can I sign up for electronic giving?
A. Complete and sign the authorization form and return it to the church office.
To process electronic donations, the church uses Vanco Services, LLC—an established and highly-regarded company that moves funds directly from member bank accounts to the church bank account on the same day without any delay. Vanco processes contributions for more than 12,000 churches and nonprofit organizations. If you have any concerns, contact Scott Ray at 610-857-3510 or [email protected].
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