MinistryPlatform Integration with OnlineGiving.org

The MinistryPlatform (MP) integration with Online Giving provides churches a robust system for managing donations, event registrations, and donor matching. While this article offers a comprehensive overview of our integration, it's important to note that OnlineGiving.org offers hundreds of customization options for MinistryPlatform. If you don't see an integration or feature you need here, please contact us at support@onlinegiving.org—we likely already have a solution for your MP needs.

Key Functions:

• Integrated Donation Management: Automatically record donations, including checks and cryptocurrency, in MinistryPlatform.
• Single Sign-On (SSO): Seamless donor login experiences, including through MP Widgets.
• Custom Solutions: Hundreds of integration customizations available to suit specific church needs.
• MP Widgets Support: Full support for MP Widgets and MP Widget Payments, with SSO for all OnlineGiving.org links and MP Widget checkout processes.

Key Takeaways:

• The integration covers all aspects of donation and payment management, ensuring users can access saved payment methods across different transaction types.
• OnlineGiving.org offers extensive customization options for MinistryPlatform users, developed over 10+ years of working closely with MP.
• MP Widgets are fully supported, and the SSO feature extends across both OnlineGiving.org links and MP Widget payment processes.

Table of Contents

1. MinistryPlatform Integration Overview
2. Getting Started with Setting up MinistryPlatform Integration
3. How to Update Funds/Sub-Funds with MinistryPlatform Donation Programs
4. Mission Trip Campaign Importing & Auto Updating
5. Donor Sign In with MinistryPlatform Credentials
6. Single Sign-On (SSO) & Automatic Donor Matching
7. Automatic Donation Recording with MinistryPlatform
8. Setting Up Linked SSO Giving on MinistryPlatform Website
9. Setting Up Embedded SSO Giving on MinistryPlatform Website
10. MinistryPlatform Integration Features Overview
11. Church App Integration
12. Additional Integrations
13. Comparison to MinistryPlatform's Basic Giving Option
14. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

MinistryPlatform Integration Overview

MinistryPlatform (MP) is an enterprise-level data management platform designed for churches to handle everything from event management and donations to member engagement. The integration with Online Giving provides a seamless, automated way to record donations, manage donor information, and more.

Note: Our MP integration is extensive and includes hundreds of customization options. If you don’t see a particular feature listed here, feel free to reach out to our support team. We likely have the integration you're looking for.

Getting Started with Setting up MinistryPlatform Integration

To set up the MinistryPlatform integration, follow these steps:

1. Email support@onlinegiving.org with the following information:
   • MinistryPlatform Control Panel URL
   • MinistryPlatform Administrator Username
   • MinistryPlatform Administrator Password
2. Our team will configure the integration and link your Online Giving account to MinistryPlatform. You will be notified once the setup is complete.

How to Update Funds/Sub-Funds with MinistryPlatform Donation Programs

Online Giving automatically syncs donation records with the correct MinistryPlatform program. To manually update funds:

1. Login to your control panel.
2. Navigate to Funds in the left-hand menu.
3. Click the Gear icon next to the fund.
4. Select Edit Fund.
5. Choose the associated financial account from the MinistryPlatform Financial Account drop-down.
6. Click Save to commit changes.
7. Repeat for any additional funds.

Mission Trip Campaign Importing & Auto Updating

Mission trip campaigns can be easily imported from MinistryPlatform and will automatically update daily. Here's how to import a campaign:

1. Login to the control panel.
2. Navigate to Funds.
3. Click Import MP Pledge Campaign Wizard.
4. Select the appropriate MP program and pledge campaign.
5. Adjust campaign details if needed.
6. Click Save & Import Pledges.
7. Repeat for additional campaigns as necessary.

Donor Sign In with MinistryPlatform Credentials

With this integration, donors can sign in using their MinistryPlatform credentials, bypassing the need for separate registration. The system automatically matches donor profiles to their MinistryPlatform account, ensuring accurate data synchronization.

Single Sign-On (SSO) & Automatic Donor Matching

Online Giving supports Single Sign-On (SSO) from MinistryPlatform, allowing donors to log in with their MP credentials. Whether they sign in directly or through MP Widgets, their profiles are automatically matched and updated in MinistryPlatform. If no match is found, a new MP user profile is created upon the completion of a donation.

Automatic Donation Recording with MinistryPlatform

Donations are automatically recorded in MinistryPlatform once approved. In the event of a failed recording, the system retries for up to 12 hours. Administrators can manually trigger a retry if necessary.

How to View MinistryPlatform Donation ID:

1. Login to the control panel.
2. Navigate to Donations.
3. Select the relevant donation.
4. The MinistryPlatform Donation ID will be displayed in the donation details.

Setting Up Linked SSO Giving on MinistryPlatform Website

Linked SSO allows donors to automatically sign into Online Giving when they log into the MinistryPlatform portal and click the giving link. This simplifies the donor experience and ensures secure, seamless transitions between platforms.

To schedule a free Linked SSO installation, contact support@onlinegiving.org.

Setting Up Embedded SSO Giving on MinistryPlatform Website

Embedded SSO offers a fully integrated experience where Online Giving is embedded directly into the MinistryPlatform portal. This setup requires a $300 installation fee and is ideal for churches with dedicated IT resources.

MinistryPlatform Integration Features Overview

OnlineGiving.org's integration with MinistryPlatform includes several advanced features to streamline church operations:

• Integrated Donation Recording: Automatically record all donation types (including checks and cryptocurrency) into MinistryPlatform.
• Check Scanning & Cryptocurrency Donations: Check and cryptocurrency donations are pushed into MinistryPlatform, complete with all relevant records.
• Refund & Failed ACH Recording: Refunds and failed ACH transactions are automatically updated in MinistryPlatform.
• Anonymous Giving & Mission Trip Donations: Supports anonymous donations, including for mission trips, with automatic pledge syncing.
• Automatic Data Sync on Sign-In: Donor data is updated upon login, eliminating the need for manual updates.
• Recurring Giving Migration: Easily migrate recurring donations from MinistryPlatform to Online Giving.
• Custom Forms & Event Registration: Integrated custom forms for event registration and attendance tracking, fully synced with MinistryPlatform.

Church App Integration

Online Giving integrates with MinistryPlatform to support real-time updates and functionalities in the church's mobile app:

• Event Calendar & Registration: Real-time event syncing for both free and paid events.
• Giving History & Contribution Statements: View full giving history, including offline donations, through the app.
• Group Management: Leaders can manage groups, attendance, and messaging.
• Campus & Congregation Finder: Locate nearby campuses using data from MinistryPlatform.

Additional Integrations

Text Marketing

OnlineGiving.org's text marketing integration allows users to easily register for events, join groups, and manage donations via text messages. This powerful tool automates the entire process, with data instantly synced into MinistryPlatform. By simply sending a text, congregants can quickly sign up for events, pledge donations, or join ministry groups—eliminating the need for manual forms and follow-ups. The seamless data sync ensures that churches can track engagement in real-time, enhancing communication and responsiveness to ministry needs.

Church Chatbot

Our church chatbot integration provides a modern, interactive way for congregants to engage with your church. This feature automates key tasks such as event registration, donation pledging, and attendance tracking—all while ensuring data is synced directly into MinistryPlatform. Church members can ask questions, sign up for activities, and pledge donations through a conversational chatbot interface. This significantly reduces the administrative workload and provides a convenient, user-friendly experience for churchgoers.

Metrics & Reports

Metrics and reporting tools in OnlineGiving.org provide church leaders with real-time, actionable insights into giving trends and overall stewardship health. The platform captures both digital and traditional giving data, allowing you to visualize donor engagement across multiple channels. With dynamic, interactive reports, churches can easily track financial growth, identify patterns in giving behavior, and make informed decisions to improve overall financial stewardship. The ability to integrate this data with MinistryPlatform ensures that your church remains fully informed about donor activities and giving patterns.

Comparison to MinistryPlatform's Basic Giving Option

While MinistryPlatform has introduced its own basic giving option, most MP churches continue to rely on OnlineGiving.org—and for good reason. With over a decade of focused expertise, OnlineGiving.org leads the way in giving innovation.

Switching to the MP giving option may seem convenient, but it could mean taking a step back in terms of technology and design. OnlineGiving.org is built to offer cutting-edge features that provide a seamless, engaging experience for both churches and donors.

Decoupling your giving platform from your ChMS is also a smart move, especially if your church ever needs to migrate to a different ChMS. With OnlineGiving.org, there's no need to move your funds or history during a migration. We integrate with a wide variety of ChMS platforms and offer full support in migrating donation history to your new system.

Don’t settle for a basic giving option when giving is the lifeline of your church’s ministry. You deserve a platform that is dedicated to optimizing and innovating the giving experience.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What if I don't see an integration I need?

OnlineGiving.org has hundreds of custom adjustments available for MinistryPlatform integration. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, contact support@onlinegiving.org—we likely already have a solution.

Does the platform support MP Widgets?

Yes, OnlineGiving.org fully supports MP Widgets, including MP Widget Payments and SSO from MP Widgets into OnlineGiving.org.

Can users access saved payment methods across all transactions?

Yes, using OnlineGiving.org for MP transactions such as donations, payments, and e-commerce ensures users can access their saved payment methods, regardless of the type of transaction.

How long has OnlineGiving.org supported MinistryPlatform?

We’ve worked with MinistryPlatform for over 10 years, providing extensive support and customization options for churches.

OnlineGiving.org’s integration with MinistryPlatform simplifies donation management and automates key tasks, allowing churches to focus on ministry. For more information or to schedule a demo, visit OnlineGiving.org or call (615) 206-4000.