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Secure payments for charity events and fundraising

Power your fundraising events with real-time donation processing for galas, auctions, telethons, and hybrid events. Multi-channel capture tools that keep giving easy from the moment guests arrive to the moment the last pledge comes in.

Why charity events lose donations

Live events demand instant, frictionless payments. Generic tools create queues, lose pledges, and expose sensitive card data.

Live Event Payment Chaos

Galas, auctions, and fundraising dinners generate spontaneous giving — but collecting card details on the night is chaotic, insecure, and loses donations to friction.

Pledge Follow-Up Failure

Guests pledge generously at events but converting those pledges into payments is difficult. Without automated follow-up, a significant percentage of pledged funds never materialise.

On-the-Day Queues

Long queues, paper forms, and manual card machines slow down giving at live events. Supporters lose enthusiasm when the payment process takes too long.

Post-Event Reconciliation

Matching donations to donors, campaigns, and events after the fact is time-consuming and error-prone. Incomplete records make thank-you communications and Gift Aid claims difficult.

Purpose-built for charity events

From live auctions to post-event pledge follow-up, every feature is designed to keep giving easy and secure.

DTMF Masking Technology

DTMF masking lets donors give over the phone securely. Fundraising staff hear only flat tones while card details are captured — perfect for post-event pledge calls.

QR Code Payments

Display QR codes at events that link to secure, branded donation pages. Guests scan and pay from their phones in seconds — no queues, no forms, no friction.

Automated Pledge Chase

Send automatic follow-up messages with secure payment links to pledged donors. Convert more pledges into payments without manual phone calls or emails.

Event Campaign Pages

Create dedicated donation pages for each event with real-time fundraising totals. Track performance, share progress with supporters, and report to trustees.

Mobile-Friendly Payments

Every payment page is fully responsive and optimised for mobile. Supporters donate from any device at any time — during the event, on the way home, or days later.

Real-Time Tracking

See donations as they come in during live events. Real-time dashboards show fundraising progress, donor details, and payment status — all in one place.

Why event organisers choose Paytia

More donations, less friction

QR codes, payment links, and phone payments mean supporters can give the moment they want to — no queues, no forms, no lost enthusiasm.

Every channel covered

In-person guests, virtual attendees, remote donors — everyone gets a secure, straightforward way to give that works for them.

Auction evenings run smoother

Winners pay immediately via QR code or payment link. No paper forms, no card machines being passed around tables, no queues at the end of the night.

Pledges that actually convert

Most pledges are made in the room on the night. Automated follow-up with a payment link converts far more of them than phone calls or emails ever will.

Accurate records without the work

Every donation is tagged to the right campaign, donor, and event automatically. Gift Aid, trustee reporting, and Charity Commission requirements are all covered.

Works with your existing team

No specialist training and no hardware to install. Generate QR codes and payment links in minutes, brief your volunteers, and you're ready.

Frequently asked questions

Can Paytia process payments during a live auction?+

Yes. Winning bidders can pay immediately via QR code, payment link, or phone — keeping your auction moving without queues or paper forms.

How does the pledge follow-up system work?+

After your event, Paytia sends automated messages with secure payment links to every pledged donor. You can track conversion rates and send reminders for outstanding pledges.

Is Paytia compatible with Gift Aid declarations?+

Paytia captures donor details alongside each transaction, making it straightforward to match payments to Gift Aid declarations for HMRC claims.

What happens if our internet goes down during an event?+

Phone-based payments via DTMF masking work over the telephone network, not your venue Wi-Fi. Donors can also pay later via payment links sent by SMS or email.

How quickly can we set up for an event?+

Campaign pages and QR codes can be created in minutes. There is no hardware to install — just generate your codes, brief your team, and start collecting.

Ready to raise more at your next event?

See how UK charities use Paytia to capture more donations at every event. Book a personalised demo today.

New to payment compliance? Read our charity and non-profit payment compliance guide to see what trustees and finance teams need to know.