Churches have long depended on faithful tithes through both online and in-person donations. But a powerful giving opportunity—one that can unlock major gifts and tax advantages—has quietly gone underused: stock donations. Often too complex or inconvenient to manage, this method has stayed out of reach for many churches—until now.
That changes today. OnlineGiving.org’s Stock Giving feature addresses this, enabling churches to accept appreciated stocks with zero fees, maximizing donations, and inspiring generosity.
Introducing Stock Giving through OnlineGiving.org—100% fee-free.
That’s right—our partners can add Stock Giving with zero platform or processing fees. Churches receive the full value of every stock gift, down to the last penny.
And it’s not just free—it’s smart, seamless, and secure.
What Is Stock Giving, and Why Does It Matter?
Stock Giving enables donors to transfer appreciated stocks directly to their church via OnlineGiving.org’s Stock Giving—gaining tax advantages and flexible giving options. Donors avoid capital gains taxes, increasing the value of their gift, while churches receive the full market value—with no deductions for fees.
This method is especially impactful for high-capacity givers. For example, a donor can give $10,000 in appreciated stock and potentially save $2,000 in taxes—resulting in a larger gift to the church at no additional cost.
OnlineGiving.org’s user-friendly Stock Giving experience removes the friction that’s historically limited this channel—making it ideal for churches looking to grow generosity in a tax-smart way.
A Seamless Donor Experience
Stock Giving is intuitive and transparent:
- Initiating the Donation – Donors access the intuitive Stock Giving form on the church’s OnlineGiving.org platform.
- Live Valuation – The platform displays the stock’s current price and estimated gift value, ensuring clarity.
- Flexible Allocation – Donors can include multiple stocks and select from flexible fund allocation options.
- Automated Documentation – Clear instructions are provided to the donor and church staff.
This mobile-friendly process—optimized for the 70% of users who give via smartphones—minimizes barriers and builds trust through transparent, branded communication.
A Streamlined Admin Workflow
Managing stock donations is just as easy for church staff as it is for donors. OnlineGiving.org provides churches with tools to efficiently track, process, and acknowledge every gift—all within your existing giving infrastructure.
Key features include:
- Real-Time Alerts – Stay informed when a new stock gift is initiated.
- ChMS Integration – Easily sync gift records with your church’s management system to eliminate manual entry.
- Flexible Options – Choose how and when stock gifts are converted to cash based on your church’s preferences.
This streamlined experience saves time, ensures accuracy, and supports transparency—so you can focus more on ministry, not management.
Key Benefits for Churches and Donors
- 100% of the Gift Goes to Ministry – No platform or processing fees.
- Major Tax Advantages – Donors can give more and save more.
- ChMS Integration – Seamless syncing donations with supported Church Manamenet Systems.
- Unlocks Larger Gifts – Especially from high-capacity and tax-savvy donors.
- Streamlined experience – Benefiting both donors and church admins.
These features help churches diversify giving streams and increase donor engagement with minimal effort.
Why Stock Giving Matters in 2025
In a time of irregular attendance, digital engagement, and economic uncertainty, churches need modern tools that align with today’s generosity trends. Stock Giving is more than a new feature—it’s a strategic opportunity to connect with donors in meaningful, forward-thinking ways.
Getting Started
Don’t let stock donations pass your church by. With OnlineGiving.org, they’re simple, secure, and 100% fee-free. Contact us today to turn the potential in your pews into ministry momentum at support@onlinegiving.org or call (615) 206-4000.
