{"id":62529,"date":"2023-05-11T05:51:13","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T12:51:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog?p=62529"},"modified":"2026-07-27T07:08:14","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T14:08:14","slug":"masjid-donation-kiosk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/donorbox.org\/nonprofit-blog\/masjid-donation-kiosk","title":{"rendered":"Masjid Donation Kiosk – For Successful In-Person Fundraising [With FAQs]"},"content":{"rendered":"

With nearly 3,000 masjids<\/a> across the U.S., the ummah (Muslim community) continues to grow. As fewer people carry cash, it’s important for your masjid to provide a modern, cashless in-person donation method that removes friction from the giving experience.<\/p>\n

A masjid donation kiosk can increase your on-site fundraising with its simplicity, convenience, and quick payment methods.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

In this article, I\u2019ll explain how donation kiosks can form a valuable part of your fundraising strategy, and why your masjid should use them.<\/p>\n

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

A masjid or mosque donation kiosk<\/a> is a tool for masjids to collect cashless donations in person.<\/p>\n

It typically requires donation software downloaded on a tablet paired with a card reader \u2013 or a smartphone for contactless fundraising<\/a> on the go.<\/p>\n

For example, Donorbox Live™ Kiosk<\/strong><\/a> is a donation kiosk app designed to streamline in-person fundraising. Easily create an in-person campaign on Donorbox, download the app on your tablet, and then pair it with a Stripe card reader. Alternatively, use Donorbox Live™ Mobile<\/strong> for Android smartphones and iPhones \u2013 no card reader required.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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<\/a>6\u00a0Reasons to Use a Donation Kiosk for Your Mosque or Masjid<\/h2>\n
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<\/a>1. Make every Jumu\u2019ah service count<\/h3>\n

People spend up to 12-18% more<\/a> when using a card than cash.<\/p>\n

In a growing cashless society, a donation kiosk provides a speedy and convenient alternative for collecting donations during Jumu’ah services.<\/p>\n

Plus, donation kiosk software like Donorbox Live™ enables donors to indicate whether their donation is anonymous. The ummah can therefore make a quick, discreet donation before or after services while having their privacy respected.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>2. It\u2019s cost-effective<\/h3>\n

Donation kiosk apps are cost-effective because they don\u2019t require a lot of hardware<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n

For instance, Donorbox Live™ can be used with your existing tablet or Android smartphone, saving you money on equipment.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>3. Easily collect zakat<\/h3>\n

Display the current nisab<\/a> alongside your kiosk so supporters can calculate the zakat amount they owe, or share a user-friendly zakat calculator<\/a>. Donors can then give quickly using credit\/debit cards and digital wallets.<\/p>\n

Donation kiosk apps like Donorbox Live™ also enable donors to enter their name and email address to receive a receipt for tax<\/a> purposes.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Donorbox Live also simplifies repeat giving for returning donors. Donors who have previously given via card don’t need to fill in their contact information again \u2013 they simply tap their card to complete their gift, and their information is automatically populated while linking their transaction data to their donor profile for complete, accurate records.<\/p>\n

Plus, encourage recurring<\/a> giving by including up to four donation intervals on your kiosk. This enables supporters to automate zakat or sadaqah contributions and sustain your mission all year long.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>4. Track where zakat should go<\/h3>\n

A donation kiosk simplifies donation and donor management<\/a>. For example, with the Donorbox Live™ Kiosk app, your Donorbox account is automatically linked, ensuring your donations show up in the same donation database.<\/p>\n

Pro tip: <\/strong>Add donation designations like zakat and sadaqah to your kiosk so donors can indicate where their gifts should go \u2013 and ensure accurate fund management.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>5. Improve fundraising at events<\/h3>\n

Events like fast-a-thons<\/a> and Eid al-fitr<\/a> are a fantastic opportunity for masjid fundraising.<\/p>\n

Set up a donation kiosk at your in-person event \u2013 or ask volunteers to collect donations from their Android smartphones \u2013 to provide the ummah with a quick and cashless way to support your mission.<\/p>\n

Worried about patchy internet at outdoor or community events? Don’t be. With a Stripe card reader, Donorbox Live™ Kiosk can queue one-time donations offline and sync them automatically once you’re reconnected.<\/p>\n

Pro tip:<\/strong> Selling tickets to fundraising events is a great way to increase your revenue. Event ticketing software like Donorbox Events makes it easy to sell tickets<\/a> at different tiers and automatically distributes tickets and payment receipts via email.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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<\/a>6. Enable quick, hassle-free giving for your donors<\/h3>\n

The main goal of your donation kiosk is to accept more in-person<\/a> donations while making giving quick and hassle-free for donors.<\/p>\n

Supporters donate swiftly by tapping their card or using a digital wallet, empowering them to give in the most convenient way possible.<\/p>\n

This improves your chances of receiving more donations at your masjid or events.<\/p>\n

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<\/a>Get Started with Donorbox Live™ Kiosk for Your Masjid Fundraising<\/h2>\n

Donorbox Live™ Kiosk<\/a> is a powerful solution for accepting in-person donations using a card or digital wallet. The app is easy to download and integrates seamlessly with your Donorbox account, so all your donation data stays in one place.<\/p>\n

The Donorbox Live™ add-on is only $80 a month for your first device and $15 a month for any additional devices.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Explore all the benefits and learn how to set up Donorbox Live™ in this guide<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Watch this demo video to see Donorbox Live™ Kiosk in action:<\/p>\n