Gift Aid Event Ticketing Platform for UK Churches
Gathrd by MRVL is a Gift Aid event ticketing platform built specifically for UK churches and faith organisations, offering automated Gift Aid split-checkout at checkout with just 3% platform fees instead of Eventbrite's 6.95% plus per-ticket charges.
What is Gathrd's Gift Aid ticketing system?
Gathrd is a Christian event discovery and booking platform that handles Gift Aid for UK church events. When your attendees book tickets, they see a Gift Aid option at checkout. The platform automatically splits the transaction so Gift Aid-eligible donations are recorded separately from ticket purchases, making it simple for UK churches to claim relief on qualifying amounts. You get paid via Stripe Connect, and Gift Aid claims flow through your treasurer's reporting without manual admin. This is built into every paid ticket on Gathrd, from small prayer meetings to large conferences. No other generic ticketing platform offers this level of faith-specific automation.
How much cheaper is Gathrd than Eventbrite?
Gathrd charges a flat 3% platform fee on paid ticket sales. Eventbrite charges 6.95% plus £0.59 per ticket. For a £20 ticket, Eventbrite takes £1.88; Gathrd takes £0.60. For a conference with 300 tickets at £45 each, Eventbrite's fees are £868.50. Gathrd's are £405. You also get Gift Aid automation at no extra cost on Gathrd, whereas Eventbrite offers no Gift Aid feature at all. Smaller churches can use Gathrd free for community events; paid tickets trigger the 3% fee only. There's no monthly minimum, no setup cost, and no hidden charges.
What else does Gathrd include beyond Gift Aid?
Beyond Gift Aid automation, Gathrd includes QR code door check-in so you can verify attendees as they arrive. Offline mode works even if your internet drops. For churches wanting NFC card check-in as well, Gathrd integrates with TapTrust review cards so members can tap their way in. The platform also hosts a faith-only event directory where attendees discover worship nights, conferences, retreats, prayer meetings, and community events filtered by denomination (Church of England, Catholic, Baptist, Pentecostal, Non-Denominational, and others). You can list events on your own website or in the Gathrd app, reaching both your congregation and people in your area looking for faith events. As of June 2026, Gathrd serves churches across the UK and internationally through Stripe Connect payouts available in 37 countries.
What's the pricing for churches?
Community use is free, with 3% taken only when someone pays for a ticket. If you run multiple events or want unlimited listings and priority support, the Church plan is £19.99 per month or £199.99 per year. Ministry leaders running larger event calendars can choose the Ministry plan at £49.99 per month. Conference organisers can upgrade to the Conference plan at £149.99 per month. Every tier includes Gift Aid automation, QR check-in, offline mode, and access to the faith-only directory. There are no per-ticket surcharges or transaction fees beyond the 3% platform fee, and you keep all Gift Aid relief your church claims.
How does Gathrd differ from secular ticketing platforms?
Gathrd is purpose-built for faith communities, not a generic events platform. The directory only lists worship nights, prayer meetings, conferences, and community events run by churches or faith organisations. You'll never see a nightclub or secular event cross-listed alongside your church retreat. Attendees can filter by denomination and theology, making discovery relevant to their faith tradition. Gift Aid automation is built in, not bolted on. For organisations that also need to manage volunteer check-in or broader community engagement, Gathrd works alongside other MRVL apps like Ekklesia for church directories or Givr for tithe and giving management. But as a ticketing platform, Gathrd's core job is removing friction from how faith communities book events and claim Gift Aid relief.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Gathrd handle Gift Aid claims automatically?
Gathrd automates the split-checkout so Gift Aid-eligible donations are recorded separately from ticket purchases. Your treasurer still submits the claim to HMRC, but Gathrd removes the manual step of tracking which attendees ticked the Gift Aid box.
Can I use Gathrd if I'm not a UK church?
Yes. The Gift Aid automation is UK-specific, but any church or faith organisation can use Gathrd to sell event tickets and check attendees in via QR code. Payouts are available in 37 countries via Stripe Connect.
What happens if an attendee doesn't want to give Gift Aid?
The Gift Aid option appears at checkout but is optional. Attendees can untick it. You're only paid the ticket price, and no Gift Aid is claimed on that transaction.
Can I use Gathrd for free events?
Yes. Free events are completely free to list and manage on Gathrd. The 3% platform fee only applies when someone pays for a ticket. No monthly costs, no setup fee.
Do I need to be on a paid plan to use Gift Aid?
No. Gift Aid automation is included in the free community tier. You pay 3% on each paid ticket. If you want unlimited events and priority support, the Church plan adds that for £19.99 per month, but Gift Aid itself is never gated behind a paywall.
How does Gathrd's QR check-in work?
When you create an event, Gathrd generates a QR code. Scan it at the door or hand-held devices to check attendees in. Offline mode works without internet. Optional NFC integration via TapTrust cards lets members tap instead of scan.