Communities
Help donors see the bigger picture through regional Communities
Context drives connection
Village makes it easy for donors to understand the bigger picture by organizing projects into Communities. Whether broad or hyper-local, Communities provide valuable context that strengthens donor engagement and helps supporters connect with the real-world impact of their giving.
How Communities Work
Make giving more intuitive
Donors often ask, "Where is my money going?" With Communities, they can see exactly where their support is making an impact—whether it's a country, a city, or a local initiative. By grouping projects geographically, you provide a natural way for donors to explore your work and feel connected to the bigger picture.
Tailor Communities to fit your work
Communities in Village aren’t one-size-fits-all. They can represent broad regions (a country) or hyper-local areas (a single city or church). This flexibility ensures donors can explore your work in a way that makes sense for them, while you maintain full control over how your projects are grouped.
Bring your Communities to life
Create a more immersive donor experience by adding real-time details like local time, weather, and GPS location to each Community. You can also provide unique insights, fun facts, or historical context—helping donors feel a stronger connection to the places and people they’re supporting.
Share stories from the ground
Donors don’t just want numbers—they want stories. Through Community Journalists, you can offer authentic video updates straight from the field, giving donors a personal look at the work being done and the lives being changed.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I get started?You can register your organization right away and begin setting up your account. During the registration process, we’ll send a verification code to the email address or physical address listed with your country’s government body. You can set up communities and projects immediately, but to start accepting donations, you’ll need to enter the verification code. It’s a simple step to ensure transparency and trust for everyone involved.
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Does Village restrict features with different plans?Not at all. Every organization gets access to the full suite of Village features—unlimited communities, projects, and updates, plus automated tax receipts, PCI DSS compliance, and more. We believe every nonprofit deserves the best tools, no matter their size.
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What Payment Processor does Village use?Village uses Stripe, a secure and trusted payment processor, to handle all transactions. Stripe ensures that your donors’ payments are processed quickly and securely. We’re in the process of adding more payment processors as well.
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Does Village handle tax receipts?If you want us to! Village can automatically generate annual tax receipts for your donors, saving you time and ensuring compliance. It’s one less thing for your team to worry about.
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What makes Village different from other fundraising tools?Village is designed to meet the expectations of modern donors—people who want to see the impact of their contributions and feel connected to the causes they support. Unlike other platforms, Village focuses on storytelling, transparency, and empowering donors to share your mission with their networks.
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Can I use Village for a one-time campaign, or is it better for ongoing fundraising?Village works great for both! Whether you’re running a single campaign or managing multiple ongoing projects, the platform is flexible enough to fit your needs.
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What kinds of organizations can benefit from Village?Any nonprofit can benefit from Village, but it’s especially powerful for organizations that want to focus on specific, project-based fundraising. Churches, international development groups, and community organizations have all found success with our platform.
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Is Village easy to use for small teams?Absolutely. Village is built to be intuitive and straightforward, so even small teams with limited resources can hit the ground running. Plus, our CMS makes creating and managing projects a breeze.
