How to Switch Donation Platforms Without Losing Data
A step-by-step guide to migrating your nonprofit's donor data between donation platforms, with tips for avoiding common pitfalls.
After 10+ years working with nonprofits, I got tired of seeing organizations pick the wrong donation platform because every “comparison” online was written by a vendor. This site is different. I test these tools, compare the actual costs, and write practical guides on everything from setup to tax receipts. No vendor sponsors, no fluff.
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A step-by-step guide to migrating your nonprofit's donor data between donation platforms, with tips for avoiding common pitfalls.
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I'm working on guides for API integrations, walkthroughs for migrating between platforms, and more on tax compliance and donor receipting. If there's a topic you'd like covered, drop me a note at hello@donationplatforms.com.