FREQUENTLY ASKED GIVING QUESTIONS

 

+ How do I give online?

View the tutorial video below for help on how to get started.

+ How do I give by check?

Make checks payable to Campus Outreach SERVE and mail to:
Campus Outreach SERVE
Dept. #485
PO Box 4458
Houston, TX 77210-4458

Please be sure to write the staff ministry name and ID number (optional) in the account line.

+ How do I login to my online giving account?

Click the Access My Giving Account button below.
  1. Enter the email connected to your account and click the GET CODE button.
  2. Enter the code that was emailed to you into the text box and click the GO button.

+ How do I edit, add to, or end my online giving?

Select “View All ▸" next to the Recurring Donations section to access your recurring giving.

+ How do I update my payment methods?

Select “View All ▸” next to the Payment Methods section to access your payment methods.

+ Can I give one-time gifts online?

Yes! You can donate a one-time gift online at any time. Just be sure to set the “how often will you donate” field to one-time?

*Click the down arrow to the right of the frequency box.

+ Can I give through a debit/credit card?

Yes! Our system allows you to give through your bank account as an eCheck or a debit/credit card.

+ Will I receive a receipt for my gift?

Yes, receipts for electronic gifts (eChecks or debit/credit cards) are emailed as soon as your payment is processed.

+ How can I access past online giving statements?

First, accessing your iDonate Giving Account. You can see the question "How do I login to my online giving account" above for help.

Next, click “View All” next to Recent Transactions. Then click export to get your current year giving or previous year giving.

+ When will I receive my end-of-year receipt for tax deduction purposes?

Year-end receipts will be mailed mid-January.

+ What percentage of my gift goes to the person or event I specify?

International missionary ministry funds are assessed a 9% administration fee.

+ Is there a processing fee with online donations?

Yes. Electronic checks cost on average $0.45 per transaction. Credit/debit card fees incur 2.0% - 3.0% transaction fees based upon card terms. Donors are given the opportunity to pay these fees when giving online.

+ How does Campus Outreach operate?

Campus Outreach operates through partnerships with thousands of individuals and organizations. We reach college students with the gospel through individuals, churches, alumni, businesses, and foundations faithfully giving to our mission. Staff members raise funds to undertake their ministries. Donations are used for our staff’s compensation and ministry expenses, ministry programs, and for student discipleship training and mission projects.
 

 

Still Have a Question?

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Campus Outreach Serve, Inc. is registered as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
All gifts given to Campus Outreach Serve are tax deductible.