Church Event Registration App: Gathrd by MRVL
Gathrd by MRVL is a church event registration platform built for faith communities, with 3% platform fees, Gift Aid automation for UK churches, and QR door check-in. Unlike generic ticketing services, it's designed specifically for worship nights, conferences, retreats, prayer meetings and community events across denominations.
What is Gathrd
Gathrd is a Christian event discovery and booking platform that serves church staff, ministry leaders and faith community members across the UK and beyond. Churches list events, attendees discover them in a faith-only directory, and check in via QR code at the door. The platform charges 3% on paid tickets (compared to Eventbrite's 6.95% plus £0.59 per ticket), making it significantly cheaper for churches running ticketed events. Community use is free; paid ticket events incur only the 3% platform fee. For churches running multiple events, the Church plan costs £19.99 per month or £199.99 per year and includes unlimited events and Gift Aid automation.
Gift Aid Automation and UK Church Features
UK churches lose money when attendees forget to tick the Gift Aid box at checkout. Gathrd automates this with a split-checkout flow that separates the donation declaration from the ticket purchase, increasing Gift Aid claims significantly. Payouts happen via Stripe Connect, with preferential pricing available in 37 countries including the UK. As of June 2026, Gift Aid automation is available on all paid ticket events, making Gathrd the only ticketing platform purpose-built for UK church finances.
QR and NFC Check-In
Every attendee receives a unique QR code ticket. Church staff scan at the door using the Gathrd mobile app, even offline. For touchless check-in, integrate with TapTrust NFC review cards to enable attendees to tap their phone at a reader. This eliminates clipboards, reduces queuing, and gives you accurate attendance data in real time. The check-in app works on iOS and Android and doesn't require internet connection once tickets are synced.
Faith-Only Directory and Denomination Filtering
Gathrd's directory lists only faith events. Attendees filter by denomination (CofE, Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Non-Denominational and others), location, and event type. This means your worship night won't appear next to a nightclub, and your prayer meeting won't be buried under hundreds of secular conferences. The platform is built on the principle that faith communities deserve a discovery space designed for them, not a generic events marketplace treating all gatherings the same way.
Pricing and Plans
Community event organisers pay nothing upfront; the 3% platform fee applies only to paid tickets. Churches running multiple events or needing Gift Aid automation can upgrade to the Church plan (£19.99/month or £199.99/year), which includes unlimited events, Gift Aid split-checkout, and priority support. Ministry plans (£49.99/month) and Conference plans (£149.99/month) are available for larger organisations. All plans charge the same 3% platform fee on paid tickets, so cost scales with your revenue, not your event count.
Getting Started
Visit getgathrd.app to sign up. Create a church account or community organiser account, list your first event, and set ticket prices. Attendees find your event via the Gathrd app (iOS and Android) or the web discovery site, book their tickets, and receive a QR code. On the day, scan at the door using the Gathrd check-in app. If you're running multiple events or need Gift Aid automation, upgrade to the Church plan and enable split-checkout in settings. Support is available via email and in-app help.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Gathrd cost to register a church event?
Community events are free to list and register attendees. If you charge for tickets, Gathrd takes 3% of ticket revenue. Churches running multiple events or needing Gift Aid automation can subscribe to the Church plan for £19.99/month or £199.99/year, which includes unlimited events.
Does Gathrd support Gift Aid?
Yes. Gathrd automates Gift Aid with a split-checkout flow that separates the donation declaration from the ticket purchase. This significantly increases Gift Aid claims for UK churches. Gift Aid automation is available on all paid ticket events.
Can I check attendees in at the door?
Yes. Each attendee receives a unique QR code ticket. Church staff scan at the door using the Gathrd mobile app (iOS or Android), even without an internet connection. Tickets sync to the app in advance, so you can check in offline and upload attendance data later.
Is Gathrd just for Church of England or all denominations?
Gathrd is for all Christian denominations. Attendees can filter events by denomination including CofE, Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Non-Denominational and others. Your event appears in the denomination you select, making it easy for the right people to find you.
How is Gathrd different from Eventbrite?
Gathrd is purpose-built for faith communities and churches. It charges 3% on paid tickets (vs Eventbrite's 6.95% plus £0.59 per ticket), includes Gift Aid automation for UK churches, and only lists faith events (no secular cross-listing). Eventbrite is a generic events platform; Gathrd is designed for the unique needs of church finances and faith discovery.
Can I integrate NFC tap-in at the door?
Yes. Gathrd integrates with TapTrust NFC cards, allowing attendees to tap their phone at a reader for touchless check-in. This removes the need for QR scanning and is especially useful for large events or accessibility purposes.