{"id":57615,"date":"2023-01-04T03:55:45","date_gmt":"2023-01-04T11:55:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog?p=57615"},"modified":"2026-09-29T03:30:55","modified_gmt":"2026-09-29T10:30:55","slug":"donation-kiosk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/donation-kiosk","title":{"rendered":"Donation Kiosks: Your On-Site Giving Solution"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019re still relying on a cash donation box, you\u2019ve undoubtedly noticed some dwindling returns.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The Federal Reserve found that only about <\/span>14%<\/span><\/a> of the payments consumers make every month are made with cash. And 45% of people report storing their cash elsewhere for safekeeping \u2013 not in their wallet.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We know that donors prefer to give without cash, whether that\u2019s with a quick tap of a credit card or through a digital wallet like <\/span>Apple Pay<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

That\u2019s why I\u2019ve been coaching the nonprofits I work with to switch to an easy-to-use, cashless donation kiosk to capture that in-person generosity without relying on cash.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s everything you need to know about this fundraising tool.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/a>What is a Donation Kiosk?<\/h2>\n

Donation kiosks, sometimes called giving kiosks, are physical devices like tablets and smartphones that enable supporters to make a quick,<\/span> cashless<\/span><\/a> donation using cards and other payment methods, like digital wallets.<\/span><\/p>\n

The donation process is fast and convenient for supporters visiting your nonprofit or faith-based organization, or attending fundraising<\/span> events<\/span><\/a> \u2013 making it ideal for collecting cashless donations in person.<\/span><\/p>\n

For example,<\/span> Donorbox Live™ Kiosk<\/span><\/a> pairs with a card reader to swiftly accept cashless donations on an iPad or Android tablet at your events or physical location. Alternatively, use<\/span> Donorbox Live™ Mobile<\/span><\/a> to fundraise on the go via your smartphone \u2013 no card reader required.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Are donation kiosks secure?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Yes, donation kiosks are a secure way to accept donations. They\u2019re certainly more secure than a cash box that anyone could pick up and take, and they\u2019re often built with card security in mind to protect your donors.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For example, Donorbox Live™ uses Stripe as its payment processor. Stripe and Donorbox both comply with PCI DSS, or Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards. Stripe encrypts data as soon as someone swipes a card or taps their smartphone, and Donorbox never directly handles payment information. This ensures that no credit card numbers are ever stored on your donation kiosk.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pros and Cons of Using a Donation Kiosk<\/span><\/h2>\n

When choosing whether a donation kiosk is a good fit for your fundraising plan, there are a few pros and cons to consider.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pros<\/span><\/h3>\n

The benefits of using a donation kiosk include:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n