Givebutter offers everything you need to create and manage a membership program for your organization, from collecting recurring payments to storing member details and sending personalized email updates. Whether you’re offering monthly memberships, alumni subscriptions, or tiered giving programs, Givebutter makes it easy to manage them all in one place!
Create memberships ✏️
Use a simple Form campaign to create an embeddable membership signup page with customized giving levels. Add custom fields to collect the member details you need, and offer flexible payment options, such as monthly, quarterly, or annual plans.
You can also collect contact information without processing payments by using our embeddable signup forms.
Recurring payments 🔁
Make it simple for members to set up an automatic payment schedule that fits your program. Givebutter supports multiple payment methods, and receipts are sent automatically.
Store member data 📁
Every membership signup is added to your built-in CRM, where you can track payment history, contact info, and custom fields. Use tags and filters to organize members by level, join date, or other attributes.
Send member-only updates 📫
Send outbound emails (for verified nonprofits) and SMS messages (for verified nonprofits with Givebutter Plus only) to welcome new members, send updates, or share special perks. Filter your audience by tag or segment to ensure the right message reaches the right members.
Promote your program 📣
Embed your form directly on your website as a Widget or share it via social media or email blast. You can also add memberships (in the form of recurring plans) to any fundraising campaign (such as an Event) for added visibility.
Best practices ✨
Keep the signup experience simple. Donors are more likely to complete a short, clear form with minimal friction.
Clearly communicate membership benefits. Treat your membership form as more than just a payment form! Use it as an onboarding opportunity to explain the value and impact of being a member.
Use recurring payments for ongoing membership models. Recurring plans automate dues collection and reduce admin overhead compared with manual renewals.
Leverage CRM and segmentation to personalize communication. Update members by segment (like “Gold Members,” “Monthly Subscribers”) to send relevant perks, updates, and renewal reminders.
Promote beyond your website. Utilize email, social media, events, and newsletters to increase awareness of your membership program and boost sign-ups.