The perfect card readers for charities and community groups

Q: Can I accept card payments for my charity while on the go?

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Q: How can I keep track of payments and invoices?

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Q: What happens if my charity is closed for a few days?

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Raising money for a good cause? Accept contactless card payments and donations anywhere with SumUp’s easy-to-use charity payment solutions.

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The perfect card readers for charities and community groups

Raising money for a good cause? Accept contactless card payments and donations anywhere with SumUp’s easy-to-use charity payment solutions.

See our solutions ↓ Shop hardware

Whether you're running a community project or raising funds for those in need, SumUp’s card readers for charities make contactless donations simple, secure, and stress-free.

Boost your charity payments and donations with SumUp

Collect money anywhere

SumUp’s portable card readers, which work with Wi-Fi or a built-in SIM, ensure you never miss a payment—no matter where you are.

Maximise donations

Equip your whole team to accept payments with ease—whether by adding extra card readers or using Tap to Pay directly on your smartphone.

Next-day 7am access to your earnings

Yesterday’s earnings in your pocket by breakfast. Payments will be credited to your free SumUp Business Account by 7am the next day.

Payment solutions for every charity

From countertop POS systems to pocket-sized card readers and smartphone payments, SumUp provides flexible solutions designed for charities and organisations of all sizes.

Get paid on your phone

Tap to Pay

Tap to Pay lets you accept contactless payments directly on your smartphone—no extra hardware is needed and you can start taking payments straight away.

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Accept all card payments

Air

Our most cost-efficient card reader connects to your smartphone to take payments. Its battery lasts up to 12 hours on a single charge, making it ideal for portable use.

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Manage your money

Business Account

Manage your money with a free UK business account that includes a free Mastercard, instant bank transfers, and expense management—all with zero monthly fees.

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Simplify your sales

SumUp Point of Sale

Power up your checkout and simplify orders with a POS system that’s easy, fast and reliable. Choose a plan and hardware setup that work for you.

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Sell anything online

Online Store

Take your business further with an online store. Create a website in minutes with storefront templates, then add your items and start selling.

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No nasty surprises

We'll never charge you admin costs or annual renewal fees. And, there's no minimum amount you need to process each month.

Enjoy transaction fees from as low as

0.99%

Speedy payouts

Access your earnings in your account the very next day, as early as 7am. No more waiting around to receive your hard-earned money.

Accept payments and donations with ease with SumUp’s tailored charity payment solutions.

FAQs

Looking for answers? Here are some of the most common questions that charitable organisations like yours ask.

Can I accept card payments for my charity while on the go?

Yes, you can. SumUp's portable card readers and Tap to Pay allow you to take payments anywhere, without needing bulky hardware.

What payment methods can my charity accept with SumUp?

With SumUp card readers, you can accept all major debit and credit cards, as well as contactless payments like Apple Pay and Google Pay.

You can find a full list of accepted payment methods here:

Visa
V Pay
Mastercard
Maestro
American Express
Discover
Diners Club
Union Pay
Google Pay
Apple Pay

How can I keep track of payments and invoices?

With SumUp’s central dashboard, you can monitor all your transactions — whether it's a card payment at the counter or an invoice for a private event. Everything is stored in one place, which is a huge advantage when managing payment processing for restaurants.

What happens if my charity is closed for a few days?

If you opt for SumUp’s pay-as-you-go, you will incur no monthly charges and you will pay a standard 1.69% for card reader payments. So if your charity is closed, you won’t incur any fees.

The perfect card readers for charities and community groups

The perfect card readers for charities and community groups

Whether you're running a community project or raising funds for those in need, SumUp’s card readers for charities make contactless donations simple, secure, and stress-free.