Gift Aid Tracking App for Churches
Givr is a mobile giving and gift aid tracking app designed specifically for churches to record, categorise, and report donations with full gift aid compliance. It automates tithe management, donor records, and tax relief documentation in one platform.
What is a Gift Aid Tracking App?
A gift aid tracking app digitises the donation and gift aid process for churches, replacing manual spreadsheets and paper records. It records each donation, links it to the donor's gift aid declaration, and generates HMRC-compliant reports for tax relief claims. Churches using modern giving apps can reduce administrative burden, improve accuracy, and increase donation recovery through automated gift aid calculations. Givr connects mobile giving, online payments, and in-person giving channels into one dashboard, so treasurers have real-time visibility of all donations and gift aid status.
Why Churches Need Gift Aid Tracking
Gift aid increases the value of donations by 25 per cent - turning a £100 gift into £125 for the church at no cost to the donor. However, claiming gift aid requires accurate records of donor identity, donation date, amount, and a signed declaration. Manual tracking leads to missed claims, lost revenue, and audit risk. A dedicated gift aid tracking app ensures every eligible donation is captured and reported correctly. Churches using Givr can also split giving into categories (tithe, missions, building fund), track recurring donors, and generate year-end tax reports automatically.
Key Features of Givr for Gift Aid
Givr stores donor details, donation amounts, and gift aid declarations in a secure, centralised database. It automatically matches donations to declarations, flags donors needing gift aid confirmation, and calculates tax relief instantly. The app generates HMRC-ready gift aid statements and annual summaries for both churches and donors. Givr also integrates with church management systems like Ekklesia to sync donor databases and avoid duplicate records. Mobile giving links directly to gift aid tracking, so whether donations come via card, bank transfer, or cash (entered manually), they all route to the same audit trail.
How to Set Up Gift Aid Tracking
Start by uploading your donor list or syncing from your church directory. Givr guides donors through a simple digital gift aid declaration (HMRC compliant) via SMS or email link. Each donation is tagged with the donor and automatically checked against their declaration status. At year-end, run a gift aid report showing all eligible donations and the tax relief amount. Submit the report to HMRC or your accountant with one click. For recurring givers, Givr renews declarations annually and sends renewal prompts automatically, keeping your records current.
Integration with Church Systems
Givr integrates with Ekklesia, our church management platform, so donor records, giving history, and pastoral data live in one place. This eliminates double entry and keeps everything in sync. If your church uses other tools, Givr exports donation and gift aid data in formats compatible with accounting software and HMRC systems. The app also works alongside other MRVL tools - for example, if you host an online fundraiser or event, Givr can track donations and apply gift aid rules to campaign-specific giving.
Compliance and Security
Givr holds all donor data securely with end-to-end encryption and GDPR compliance. Gift aid declarations are stored digitally and timestamped for HMRC audit purposes. The app generates an audit trail of all edits and transactions, so treasurers can prove the integrity of their records. Annual gift aid statements meet UK tax authority requirements and are formatted for easy submission. Givr's security features and compliance documentation give churches confidence that their giving data and gift aid claims are protected.
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Frequently asked questions
Do we need a gift aid tracking app if we're a small church?
Yes. Even small churches with 30 - 50 regular givers can reclaim hundreds of pounds annually in gift aid. Manual tracking loses money through missed claims and takes treasurer time. Givr automates this, so the investment pays for itself in the first month.
Is Givr HMRC compliant for gift aid claims?
Yes. Givr stores gift aid declarations, donation records, and audit trails in formats HMRC requires. The app generates statements and summaries ready for submission or handover to your accountant.
Can Givr handle cash donations and online giving?
Yes. Givr accepts cash donations entered manually, card payments, bank transfers, and mobile giving from all channels, linking them all to the same gift aid tracking system.
How does Givr integrate with our church management system?
Givr syncs directly with Ekklesia (our church directory and management app) to pull donor details and avoid duplicate records. It also exports data to third-party systems.
What happens if a donor doesn't have a gift aid declaration?
Givr flags donations from non-declared donors and prompts you to send them a digital declaration link via SMS or email. Once signed, those future donations qualify for gift aid.
Can we track donations by category (tithe, missions, building fund)?
Yes. Givr lets you create custom giving categories so you can see donations split by fund or purpose and report on them separately.