How to Collect Money with Your SignUp

Accept Fees, Dues, or Contributions Online Through Stripe or PayPal

Last Updated June 17, 2026

SignUp integrates with Stripe and PayPal to let you collect contributions, dues, or fees directly through your sign-up page. Participants can pay by credit card, bank account, PayPal, or Venmo.

Payment Processing Fees

  • Stripe: 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction
  • PayPal: 2.99% to 3.49% + $0.30 per transaction
  • US 501(c)(3) nonprofits: Starting at 2.2% + $0.30 with both Stripe and PayPal. Withdrawals to your bank account are free.

How to Set Up Payments (4 Steps)

  1. Set up details. Choose the SignUp type "Fees or Contributions Only" and complete your basic SignUp information.
  2. Configure contributions. Connect Stripe or PayPal, authorize your account, and set up contribution items — including price, title, quantity, active dates, and optional custom amounts.
  3. Choose a theme. Customize the look of your payment page.
  4. Invite people. Send invitations and start collecting payments.

Tracking and Receipts

View all contributions in the Reports tab under Contributions Report.



For screenshots and/or a tutorial video, visit the Help Center article here.


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