Integrating Your Church Management System (ChMS)

Managing donations is an essential aspect of running a church, and having your Church Management System (ChMS) and giving platform working seamlessly together is key. That’s where integrating your ChMS with OnlineGiving.org comes in. Whether your system supports automation or not, OnlineGiving.org offers flexible solutions to make the process smooth.

Why API Integration is the Best Option

The best way to streamline donations is through API integration. With API integration, donation data syncs automatically between OnlineGiving.org and your ChMS, eliminating manual entry, reducing errors, and providing real-time updates. If you're using platforms like Breeze, Planning Center, Church Community Builder, ManagedMissions, QuickBooks, or Salesforce, you're in luck. OnlineGiving.org supports API integration for all of these and more, ensuring effortless data flow.

What if Your ChMS Doesn’t Support API?

For ChMS platforms that don’t support API, OnlineGiving.org provides export/import formats, allowing you to manage donations with minimal manual input. Supported systems include ACS Technologies, Church Windows, and Power Church. While not as automatic as API, these formats still offer an organized way to keep track of everything.

API Integration Services

What’s more, OnlineGiving.org offers API integration services for any ChMS that supports API but isn’t listed as a supported platform yet. So, if your church uses a less common system, OnlineGiving.org can still help make that connection—reach out to support today to learn more.

Why Choose API Integration?

Choosing API integration over the export/import route offers significant time savings. It reduces manual work for your administrative team and minimizes errors from hand-entering donation data. Additionally, everything stays synced in real-time, avoiding delays or missing information.

Not Sure About API? No Problem

If you're unsure whether your ChMS has an API or what that even means, don’t worry. You can contact your ChMS provider or OnlineGiving.org’s support team to explore your options. They’ll guide you through the process, whether it involves API access or export/import methods.

Transform Your Donation Management Today

Integrating your ChMS with OnlineGiving.org can transform how you manage donations, whether through API or manual export/import options. Efficiency and accuracy are the ultimate goals, helping your church focus on what matters most—serving your community and fulfilling your mission.

ChMS Integration with Online Giving: Getting Started

Welcome to your guide on integrating your ChMS with Online Giving! Our platform makes it easy to manage and track donations by providing deep integrations with many popular Church Management Systems (ChMS). Whether you're using API integration for automation or manual exports, this guide will help you get started and ensure seamless integration between Online Giving and your ChMS platform.

Key Takeaways:

• Online Giving supports direct API integration with many ChMS platforms for automated donor and donation tracking.
• Export/import formats are available for platforms without API support.
• Free API integration services are provided if your ChMS is not on the supported list.

Table of Contents

1. Overview of ChMS Integration
2. Supported ChMS Platforms with Direct API Integration
3. Export/Import Donation Formats for Non-API ChMS
4. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Overview of ChMS Integration

Online Giving allows seamless integration with ChMS platforms through direct API communication. API integration enables automatic donor matching, donation recording, and other features, all facilitated through server-to-server communication.

If your ChMS does not support API access, Online Giving provides export capabilities to help you still manage donations manually. However, our goal is to always aim for direct API integration, as it automates much of the manual processes and reduces human error.

If your ChMS is not listed in the supported platforms below, don’t hesitate to reach out! We offer free API integration services for any popular ChMS platform that has an available API.

Note: API integration requires that your ChMS platform has an accessible Application Programming Interface (API).

Supported ChMS Platforms with Direct API Integration

Here’s the updated list of ChMS platforms that support direct API integration with Online Giving:

• Breeze ChMS (Breeze)
• Planning Center (PCO)
• Church Community Builder (CCB)
• Fellowship One (F1)
• QuickBooks (QB)
• Rock RMS (RockRMS)
• Salesforce (SF)
• StudioC
• Ministry Platform (MP)
• TouchPoint
• Aplos
• DP Consulting
• IconCMO (ICON)
• Aegis
• ManagedMissions (MM)

Is your ChMS not listed?
Contact us, and we’ll provide free integration services with any popular ChMS platform that supports API integration.

Export/Import Donation Formats for Non-API ChMS

For ChMS platforms that don’t support API integration, Online Giving offers several export/import donation formats so that you can still easily integrate donation data.

Supported export/import formats include:

• ACS Technologies
• Bank One Format
• Shelby Bank One Format
• IconCMO Spreadsheet
• Church Windows Spreadsheet
• Power Church Spreadsheet
• Servant Keeper Spreadsheet
• MicahTek Tab-Delimited Spreadsheet

Note: Online Giving strives to perform direct API integration whenever possible. The platforms listed above currently do not have open APIs for integration, but we support these formats to ensure smooth donation data transfer.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What’s the benefit of API integration over export/import methods?
API integration provides real-time updates and automatic synchronization of donations between your ChMS and Online Giving. This removes the need for manual data entry, saving time and reducing the risk of errors.

2. What should I do if my ChMS doesn’t support API access?
You can still manage donations using our supported export/import formats. These formats allow you to manually import donations into your ChMS. While it’s not as automated as API integration, it ensures you can still effectively track donations.

3. How do I find out if my ChMS has an API?
Check with your ChMS provider, or contact our support team for assistance. We can help you determine whether your ChMS has API access and guide you through the next steps for integration.

4. Can I request an integration for my ChMS if it isn’t on the list?
Absolutely! If your ChMS isn’t listed, let us know, and we’ll set up an API integration work order at no additional cost.

By integrating your ChMS with Online Giving, you'll streamline your donation management and enhance efficiency. For any assistance, feel free to reach out to our support team! We're here to help with every step of the process.