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Offer Fast, Secure, and Familiar Payment Options

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FrontStream processes $1.4 Billion in payments each year.
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Payments Are Complicated. Your Vendor Shouldn’t Be.

FrontStream has been simplifying fundraising since 2007, and payments are no exception. With FrontStream, you’ll have a single point of contact, same-day answers, and actual guidance.

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Accept Multiple Methods of Payment

Securely process donations by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH, check, cash, and more, all integrated in one platform, with one login and one statement.

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Pay Less in Processing Fees

We clearly outline subscription costs, platform fees, and payment processing rates. No hidden fees. No surprises.

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PCI Level 1 Compliant

Your transactions are stored and processed to the highest standards.

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Get True Support

We’ll help you choose between a DAF or merchant account, and even solve rare-but-devastating scenarios like temporarily losing 501(c)(3) status.

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Collect Payments ASAP with a Donor Advised Fund

The FrontStream Global Fund helps small nonprofits quickly process funds without underwriting or a merchant account.

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Collect In-Person Payments

Collect card payments in person with FrontStream card terminals.

Payment Processing Tools, Templates, and Advice

Juggling separate systems for ACH, credit cards, and reporting? It’s messy — and unnecessary.

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Understanding Nonprofit Payment Processing

Learn how nonprofit payment processing works, the options available, and how to choose the right fit for your org.

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Payments Are Complicated. Your Vendor Shouldn’t Be.

Many merchants juggle multiple payments systems: one each for ACH, credit cards, and reporting.

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Understanding Chargebacks, and How to Prevent Them

Chargebacks are rapidly becoming more common. Here’s how to prevent them.

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7 Ways Merchants Can Protect Themselves from Credit Card Fraud

Protect your org with verification tools, operational safeguards, and documentation.

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Securely Process Donations and Payments

Whether you’re a nonprofit, franchise, or company, FrontStream Payments promises a single point of contact, same-day answers, and actual guidance.

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FAQs

What is FrontStream?

Founded in 2007, FrontStream is a fundraising and donor management platform that has helped over 31,000 nonprofits, schools, and socially-minded corporations simplify fundraising events and campaigns, charity auctions, corporate giving programs, and payments.

Can my organization use FrontStream?

FrontStream works with schools, nonprofits, and corporations based in the United States and Canada. All nonprofits are verified by their U.S. EIN (Employer Identification Number) or Canadian Charity Registration Number.

Can I create custom donation forms?

Yes, users can customize and brand mobile-friendly donation and event forms. We securely process donations by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more. And we offer “Donor Covers the Fee” functionality.

What payment methods are accepted?

FrontStream accepts payment by credit/debit cards, ACH, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, depending on configuration.

Are there transaction fees?

Yes, and we pride ourselves on fee transparency. We also offer Donor Covers the Fee, which donors will cover ~50% of the time. Contact Sales to have a candid conversation.

What is the Frontstream Global Fund?

FrontStream Global Fund is a Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) to help small nonprofits quickly process funds without underwriting or a merchant account.

What kind of support is available?

FrontStream has a help center, email and phone support, onboarding assistance, and training resources. If you ever need an extra set of hands, our support team can also build your campaign page, or travel onsite to help run fundraising events. Contact Sales to learn more.