What is church treasurer software and how does Givr help
Church treasurer software is a digital platform that tracks donations, manages donor records, and handles Gift Aid claims on behalf of a congregation. Givr by MRVL is built specifically for UK churches, automating the Gift Aid declaration process and HMRC Charities Online submission so treasurers reclaim unclaimed allowances without manual paperwork.
What treasurer software actually does
Treasurer software serves as the financial backbone of a church. It records who gave, how much, when, and whether they're a taxpayer eligible for Gift Aid. Most UK churches use basic spreadsheets or generic donor management systems, neither of which connect to HMRC. This leaves an estimated £560M in Gift Aid unclaimed every year. Givr is treasurer software designed for the UK church context: congregants scan a QR code, donate in 15 seconds via their browser (no app download needed), and the system automatically captures Gift Aid eligibility. Your treasurer then reviews the data on a live dashboard showing funds, individual donor records, and donation history by fund or campaign.
The Gift Aid automation advantage
The critical difference between generic treasurer software and Givr is Gift Aid handling. When a UK taxpayer gives and ticks the Gift Aid box, they're telling HMRC they want the church to claim the basic rate tax relief (25% of their donation). A treasurer using spreadsheets must manually prepare a Gift Aid claim and submit it to HMRC Charities Online. Givr captures Gift Aid declarations in real time as donors give, then (on Gather tier and above) submits the claim to HMRC on your behalf. This automation means your treasurer spends minutes, not hours, on compliance. As of June 2026, Givr has processed thousands of UK church donations and automated hundreds of Gift Aid submissions.
How Givr fits into your church workflow
Your church creates a Givr account via Stripe Connect Express (no FCA licence needed; Stripe is FCA authorised). You set up a giving page with your church details and receive a QR code to display in the sanctuary. Congregants scan it, give in their browser, and optionally declare Gift Aid. Your treasurer logs into the Givr dashboard to see real-time donation totals, donor names, and fund breakdowns. On Gather tier (£25/month or £245/year), you unlock automated Gift Aid submission; Givr will batch your donors' Gift Aid claims and send them directly to HMRC Charities Online. Recurring giving via GoCardless is also available on Gather, letting your congregation set up standing orders without leaving the app.
Treasurer dashboard and reporting
Every Givr account includes a live dashboard showing total funds received, donor list with contact details, individual giving history, and fund allocation. This replaces the spreadsheet most treasurers still use. You can export donor records for follow-up or pastoral care. The Free tier (£0 per month, capped at £5,000/month in giving volume) includes the core dashboard and 1% platform fee. Gather tier adds Gift Aid submission automation and 0.5% platform fee. Grow tier (£55/month or £549/year) includes white-label custom domain and API access for larger churches or multi-site networks. All tiers incur a 2% performance fee on claimed Gift Aid, charged after HMRC processes and pays the claim.
Why Givr, not generic CRM or payment software
Generic CRM platforms like Konnect for Business handle client relationships and invoicing for small businesses, but they don't speak HMRC's language. Payment platforms like Stripe process money but ignore Gift Aid entirely. Givr exists because UK churches have a unique compliance need: Gift Aid declarations must be captured, stored, and submitted to a government body in a specific format. Your treasurer can't use a US-imported platform (like Tithe.ly) and expect it to understand HMRC deadlines or Gift Aid small-donation scheme (GASDS) rules. Givr is built by MRVL, a UK app studio, and updated for current HMRC processes in 2026.
Getting started as a treasurer
If you're a church treasurer considering Givr, start with the Free tier to test it with your congregation. Create an account, print or display the QR code, and process a few donations to see the dashboard in action. No credit card is required upfront. Once you're confident, upgrade to Gather to unlock Gift Aid automation. You'll need your church charity number (UK churches are registered charities) and a Stripe account (free to create). HMRC submission happens automatically on Gather, but you remain the named contact on the Charities Online account. This keeps your church in control of compliance.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need special FCA approval to use Givr as a church treasurer?
No. Stripe Connect Express (the payment processor behind Givr) is FCA authorised, so your church is not required to become an FCA-regulated entity. You set up a Stripe account and connect it to Givr. Stripe handles the regulated payment processing.
Can Givr handle recurring giving (standing orders)?
Yes, but only on Gather tier and above. Givr integrates with GoCardless to offer recurring giving, allowing congregants to set up weekly or monthly donations from their bank account during checkout.
How much Gift Aid can Givr claim back from HMRC?
It depends on your congregation's tax status. Givr captures Gift Aid declarations and submits them to HMRC, which then processes and pays the claim (typically within 4 weeks). The amount is 25% of each eligible donation. Givr's performance fee is 2% of the amount HMRC pays, not the original donation.
Is Givr only for large churches?
No. The Free tier (£0/month) is designed for small churches giving up to £5,000 per month. Gather tier (£25/month) suits mid-size churches. Grow tier (£55/month) is for large churches, networks, or those wanting white-label customisation.
What happens if a donor doesn't want to give online?
Givr is for online giving only. Cash and cheque donations are outside the platform. Your treasurer will need a separate process for offline giving and can manually add those records to your records if needed (Givr exports data).
Can my treasurer access the dashboard on their phone?
Yes. The Givr dashboard is fully responsive and works on desktop, tablet, and mobile browsers. Your treasurer can check donations and submit Gift Aid claims from anywhere.