Collecting Payments with Google Forms, A Non-Profit’s Guide

Introduction

Organizing a charity event involves many moving parts—promotion, attendee management, and most importantly, collecting donations. While Google Forms is a great tool for gathering information, it lacks built-in payment collection features.

That’s where Supa Event, a Google Workspace add-on, comes in! With seamless payment integration, automated email communication, and custom event pages, non-profits can effortlessly manage donations and streamline fundraising efforts—all within Google Forms.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to set up a donation form, securely collect payments, and automate follow-ups for your next charity event.

Why Use Google Forms for Charity Event Payments?

Google Forms is free, easy to use, and integrates with Google Sheets for tracking responses. However, it doesn’t natively support payments. By adding Supa Event, you unlock:

✅ Secure payment processing (Stripe, PayPal, etc.) ✅ Customizable donation tiers (one-time or recurring) ✅ Automated email receipts & thank-you messages ✅ Real-time donation tracking & reporting ✅ Custom event pages for branding & engagement

This makes it a perfect solution for non-profits looking for a cost-effective, all-in-one event management tool.

How to Set Up a Donation Form with Payment Collection

Step 1: Install Supa Event Open Google Forms and create a new form for your charity event.

Click Add-ons → Get add-ons → Search for Supa Event.

Install and authorize the add-on.

Step 2: Design Your Donation Form Add fields for donor details (Name, Email, Phone).

Include a "Donation Amount" section with preset tiers (e.g.,10,10,25, $50, Custom).

Use multiple-choice or dropdown questions for easy selection.

Step 3: Enable Payment Processing In the add-on, connect your Stripe or PayPal account.

Set up payment confirmation emails with a thank-you message.

Customize the post-submission redirect to a thank-you page or event details.

Step 4: Share & Promote Your Form Embed the form on your non-profit’s website.

Share the link via email newsletters & social media.

Use the add-on’s custom event page feature for a branded experience.

Bonus Tips for Maximizing Donations

🔹 Offer Incentives – "Donate $50+ and get a shoutout on social media!" 🔹 Set Fundraising Goals – Display a progress bar to encourage more donations. 🔹 Follow Up Automatically – Use the add-on’s mass email tool to send updates and gratitude messages. 🔹 Track & Analyze Donations – Export data to Google Sheets for reporting and donor insights.

Why Supa Event is the Best Solution for Non-Profits

Unlike other payment tools, Supa Event works directly inside Google Forms, eliminating the need for multiple platforms. Non-profits benefit from:

No coding required – Easy setup in minutes.

Affordable pricing – No high transaction fees.

Seamless donor experience – Smooth checkout process.

Automation saves time – Less manual work, more fundraising.

Final Thoughts

Collecting donations for charity events should be simple and efficient. With Supa Event, non-profits can turn Google Forms into a powerful fundraising tool—complete with payments, communication, and analytics—all in one place.

🚀 Ready to streamline your next charity event? Try Supa Event today!