QR codes have become increasingly popular in recent years as a means of transmitting information quickly and easily. From advertising campaigns to event tickets, QR codes have proven to be a useful tool in a variety of contexts. One area where they can be particularly effective is in donation campaigns. In this blog post, we’ll explore how to use QR codes to maximise donations and refer readers to qr-pay.net to get started.

What are QR codes?

QR codes (short for Quick Response codes) are two-dimensional barcodes that can be scanned by a smartphone camera. They were first created in Japan in 1994 to track vehicle parts during the manufacturing process but have since become popular worldwide. QR codes can store a variety of information, including website URLs, contact details, and payment information.

Using QR codes for donations

QR codes can be an effective tool for collecting donations, especially in situations where people may not have cash on hand or prefer to use contactless payment methods. Here are some tips for using QR codes to maximise donations:

1. Make it visible

To encourage people to donate, make sure the QR code is visible and easy to scan. You could include it on posters, flyers, or social media posts. Make sure it stands out and is not hidden among other information.

2. Offer multiple payment options

Not everyone has the same payment preferences. By offering multiple payment options through the QR code, you can increase the likelihood of receiving a donation. qr-pay.net provides an all-in-one solution to accept all payment methods.

3. Provide a clear call-to-action

People are more likely to donate when they know what their donation will achieve. Use a clear call-to-action that explains how the donation will be used and the impact it will have. This could be as simple as saying “Scan this code to help us provide clean drinking water to those in need.”

4. Use a landing page

After scanning the QR code, it’s important to provide donors with more information about the cause and the impact of their donation. Use a landing page to provide additional information and make it easy for people to donate. qr-pay.net allows you to customise the landing page to fit your needs.

5. Thank donors

Donors want to feel appreciated for their contributions. Make sure to thank donors for their support, whether it’s through a thank you message on the landing page or a personal email. This can help build a positive relationship and encourage future donations.

Get started with qr-pay.net

QR-pay.net is an easy-to-use platform that allows you to create and customise QR codes for donations. You can accept all payment methods through a single QR code and customise the landing page to fit your needs. The platform also provides analytics to track donations and engagement.

To get started with qr-pay.net, simply sign up for an account and follow the easy steps to create your QR code. You can then share the code on social media, websites, or print materials. Start maximising your donations with QR codes today!

Conclusion

QR codes can be a powerful tool for collecting donations, especially in situations where contactless payments are preferred. By making the QR code visible, offering multiple payment options, providing a clear call-to-action, using a landing page, and thanking donors, you can maximise donations and build positive relationships with supporters. qr-pay.net is an easy-to-use platform that can help you create and manage QR codes for donations.

We are excited to announce our partnership with QR Pay, a leading provider of QR code payment solutions. Through this partnership a charities supporters are are able to donate with a QR code as an alternative to contactless terminals, making it easier and more affordable for charities of all sizes to accept digital payments.

As the charity sector continues to experience a reduction in cash donations, it has become increasingly important for charities to embrace digital payment methods. Contactless terminals have been one popular solution, but they can come with monthly fees and other costs that can be prohibitive for smaller charities. That’s why we’ve partnered with QR Pay to offer a lower-cost solution that can work for charities of all sizes.

QR code donations work by allowing donors to scan a code with their smartphone or other mobile device. They are then taken to a secure payment page where they can enter their details and make a donation. This makes it easy and convenient for donors to give, without the need for physical contact or the need to carry cash.

One of the main advantages of QR code donations is their low cost. There are no monthly fees or setup costs associated with this solution, making it an ideal choice for charities on a tight budget. Charities can simply sign up for a QR Pay account, generate a unique QR code, and start accepting donations right away.

In addition to their low cost, QR code donations are also highly flexible. They can be used in a variety of settings, including charity events, fundraising campaigns, and even in-store donations. This makes them a versatile solution that can adapt to the needs of different charities and their donors.

We believe that our partnership with QR Pay will help charities to adapt to the changing landscape of charitable giving, making it easier and more affordable for them to accept digital payments. With QR code donations, charities can reach a wider audience of potential donors, while also providing a convenient and secure way for them to give.

If you’re a charity looking for a low-cost, flexible solution for accepting digital payments, we encourage you to consider QR code donations through our partnership with QR Pay. By embracing this innovative solution, you can ensure that you’re able to adapt to the changing needs of your donors and continue to make a difference in the lives of those you serve.

Visit QR Pay to find out more.

The Parish Church of Cirencester is now accepting contactless donations as a result of Charity Point contactless giving terminals.

Introducing contactless collection plates ensures that churches keep up with the ever-growing trend of ‘cashless’ payments and continue to receive vital donations. This technology allows for people who previously weren’t able to give, perhaps due to not carrying any cash with them, to now have the opportunity to make a donation. Data has actually revealed that churches who turn to contactless technology for their collection plates are bringing in 97 percent more donations.

The Parish of Cirencester consists of three Anglican churches, the Parish Church of St John Baptist, Holy Trinity Church, Watermoor and St Lawrence Church Centre, Chesterton, and is also part of the wider circle of churches in the area which make up Churches Together in Cirencester. Recently, the Parish has been raising money to help renovate the Parish Church and help to maintain the buildings.

“Charity Point did a great job for us, sourcing two contactless card readers and podia [stands] decorated and printed to our design, set up and everything running smoothly in a very short time frame. I would not hesitate to recommend them to a charity wanting to set up for contactless card donations.” Peter Ewart – Cirencester Parish Church.

If you would like to find out more information about our Charity Points for your church, please get in touch.

Let’s face it. As cashless payments become ever more popular, tipping is often overlooked completely. This decline in cash usage has meant that places such as Caféjac, needed to find a solution for customers who wanted to thank staff. Fortunately, our contactless giving technology helps to boost donations and provide solutions to the accelerated growth of contactless payments. 

Official data shows that one in ten adults in the UK have gone ‘cashless’ as contactless and mobile payments continue to rise in popularity. Our terminals enable quick and seamless transactions, whilst removing the barrier of customers having ‘no spare change’, by making it simple for people to donate with contactless payments.

Caféjac’s new contactless terminal will allow customers to input the amount they’d like to tip, before tapping their card or mobile on the stand to complete payment.

If you weren’t already aware, Caféjac is a busy café and coffee house located at the Jersey Arts Centre in Jersey. Squashy leather seats, plenty of tables inside and out and an all-day eclectic menu of globally-inspired dishes makes Caféjac the sort of place you want to relax in for a few hours catching up with friends or just chilling on your own. Think fresh fast healthy food & drinks, at good prices, served by relaxed & attentive staff, in a friendly social environment.

If you would like to find out more information about our contactless giving terminals, please get in touch.

Jersey Alzheimer’s Association will now be accepting contactless donations in partnership with MyMemory.

Previously an arm of the UK Alzheimer’s Society, Jersey Alzheimer’s Association was formed in April 2010 and some 8 years later continues to offer a range of services aimed at supporting local people affected by dementia of whatever sought, in whatever way. Jersey Alzheimer’s Association exists to provide advice, support and information to the community as a whole and has over the last 3 years seen a 78% increase in the number of people seeking their support, people of all ages, their families, friends and carers.

Our Charity Point contactless giving terminals provide cashless donation technology to allow charities, such as Jersey Alzheimer’s Association, to keep pace and continue accepting vital donations as audiences move towards cashless payments. With our Charity Points, we hope to better connect donors with causes in a world where cash is no longer king.

Jersey Alzheimer’s contactless giving terminal will be out and about at events across the island ready for donations. So, keep an eye on their ‘What’s on‘ calendar to ensure you don’t miss out on the opportunity to donate to the charity electronically. 

If you would like to find out more information about our Charity Points for your chosen charity, please get in touch.

We are pleased to announce that Charity Point contactless giving is available at the BA Lounge in Jersey Airport, in support of Jersey Hospice Care. 

If you weren’t already aware, Jersey Hospice Care provides specialist palliative care for everyone who requires it in Jersey, irrespective of the cause, and provides support to their family and loved ones. The annual cost to run Jersey Hospice Care’s charitable services in 2018 was in excess of £6.7 million (£18,600 per day), and so fundraising is vital for the charity to continue its services. 

“For each person, we are privileged to care for, we only get one chance at the end of life to get it right and that’s why we strive every day to go that extra mile for our patients and their families, to make extraordinary care our ‘ordinary’.” 

Our tap-and-go contactless giving terminals can provide charities with the opportunity to accept donations electronically and securely no matter the location. Ultimately, we hope our Charity Points will remove the barrier of having ‘no spare change’ and make it simple for donors to donate. People will be able to support Jersey Hospice within the BA Lounge by donating between £2 to £30 via the method of contactless payment. 

If your company would like to support your chosen charity with a partnership on contactless giving, or you would like to find out more information about our Charity Points, please get in touch. 

In partnership with JPrestaurants, Macmillan contactless giving Charity Points are now available at all Café Ube locations. 

If you weren’t already aware, Macmillan Cancer Support Jersey is an independent local charity in place to support individuals and their loved ones, through diagnosis and treatment and adjusting to life beyond cancer. 

In Jersey each year, around 500 new cancers are diagnosed which can be devastating news for both the person diagnosed and their families and friends. Macmillan is in place to support and empower anybody affected by cancer in Jersey. It costs Macmillan Jersey £6,179 per week to run, and they solely rely on the generosity of Islanders, local business and trusts. As evident, fundraising is vital for the charity to continue its services. 

The Charity Point terminals in support of Macmillan Jersey are available at all three Café Ube locations in St Helier, including Colombiere, Liberation Station and King Street, with the first day seeing more than 30 donations. 

Debit cards alone have already taken over cash and by 2021, it is predicted that only 27% of transactions will include cash or coins. As we move towards a cashless society, charities are now looking to develop their fundraising efforts by introducing contactless donation points. 

As Macmillan Jersey is JPrestaurants chosen charity for 2019/2020, they have taken on the cash-free alternative within their venues in the hope to boost donations for the local charity and address the decreasing number of donators carrying loose change. 

Macmillan Cancer Support Jersey have said how grateful they are for the support from JPrestaurants. 

If your company would like to support your chosen charity with a partnership on contactless giving, please get in touch.