The tool for this setup
Squarespace donation blocks take donations on your own site. Source: Donation blocks (Squarespace Help Center).
Online Donations on Squarespace
A charity or community group on Squarespace wants one-off and recurring donations.
Setting it up
Add a donation block. The original block lets donors enter their own amount, and the newer block shows suggested amounts for each fund. Source: Donation blocks (Squarespace Help Center).
What we can build
A donation page with funds and suggested amounts.
The recurring option, where the payment processor allows it.
Thank-you and confirmation copy.
Where the website stops
The website hands over when the payment provider confirms the gift.
The visitor journey
Step by step, and what the website must do
- 1
Chooses an amount or frequency
Suggested amounts and a regular giving option are offered.
- 2
Enters details
Only details needed for the receipt are requested.
- 3
Pays
Payment completes without leaving the page where possible.
- 4
Receives a receipt
The receipt includes the details your organisation needs to provide.
Information to collect
| Field | Why it is needed |
|---|---|
| Name and email | For the receipt. |
Where the website hands over: The website hands over when the payment provider confirms the gift.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Which Squarespace plans include donation blocks?
Donation blocks are on the Basic, Core, Plus and Advanced plans, plus some legacy plans. Transaction fees depend on the plan and apply on top of payment processing fees.[1]
Can supporters give every month through Squarespace?
Yes, when the site uses Stripe or Squarespace Payments. Recurring donations need one of those two.[1]
Beyond the website
Failed payment follow-up and reconciliation for regular giving are handled by Clever Ops.
Business automation solutions (Clever Ops)How we work together
Two ways to get started
Website Subscription
Your website, fully managed — no big upfront cost.
We design, build, host, maintain and keep improving your site for one simple monthly fee.
- Custom-designed & built for your brand
- Hosting, security & maintenance included
- Ongoing edits & content updates
- Continuous SEO & performance improvements
- Scale up or down as you grow
Fixed Project
A one-off custom build you own outright.
A defined scope and a single fixed quote — delivered once, and yours to keep.
- Bespoke design & development
- Defined scope & timeline
- You own the website & code
- Optional care plan after launch
- Custom-quoted to your needs
Sources
- [1] Donation blocks (Squarespace Help Center). Checked 10 October 2026.
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