Givebutter

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Givebutter is an online fundraising and donation platform used by nonprofits, schools, teams, and individuals to collect donations, run campaigns, and manage supporters.

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About Givebutter

Givebutter is a web-based fundraising platform that provides tools for donations, crowdfunding, peer‑to‑peer fundraising, event ticketing, and donor management. It is commonly used by nonprofits, student groups, religious organizations, clubs, and individual fundraisers to accept one‑time and recurring donations, sell tickets, and run online campaigns with progress trackers and social‑sharing features. Donors typically see charges under the Givebutter name because the platform processes payments on behalf of the underlying organization.

A charge with a descriptor like “PAYPAL *GIVEBUTTER 8884861396 DE” usually means you made a donation, bought a ticket, or contributed to a fundraising campaign that is powered by Givebutter, and the payment was processed via PayPal. The “DE” in the descriptor often refers to the region or PayPal’s internal coding, and the phone number is a support or billing reference. Charges may be one‑time donations, recurring monthly gifts you set up, or ticket purchases for events. In some cases, you may also see small test or pending amounts as authorization holds when a payment method is first added.

If you’re unsure about a Givebutter charge, start by checking your email for donation receipts or event ticket confirmations mentioning Givebutter or the organization you supported. You can also search your Givebutter account (if you created one) to review your giving history. For questions or disputes, contact the benefiting organization listed on your receipt first, or reach out to Givebutter support via their website. If you still don’t recognize the charge and cannot locate a corresponding donation or ticket, you can contact PayPal or your card issuer to inquire or dispute, providing the full descriptor and date of the transaction.

Bank Statement Variations

1 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Givebutter.

  1. PAYPAL *GIVEBUTTER 8884861396 DE

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from Givebutter on my statement when I donated to a specific nonprofit or fundraiser?

Givebutter is the fundraising platform that processes payments on behalf of many nonprofits, schools, and individual fundraisers. Even though you donated to a specific organization or campaign, the card or PayPal charge may display as Givebutter because the transaction was routed through their system.

Is the Givebutter charge a one-time donation or a recurring monthly gift?

It can be either. If you selected a recurring option when donating, the charge will repeat according to the schedule you chose (e.g., monthly). Check your email receipt or log into your Givebutter account to see whether the donation was set up as recurring and to view the billing frequency and amount.

How can I cancel or change a recurring donation made through Givebutter?

To cancel or modify a recurring donation, open the original receipt email from Givebutter and use the “Manage my donation” or similar link, or log into your Givebutter account and go to your recurring donations/settings. If you cannot locate these options, contact the benefiting organization or submit a request via givebutter.com/contact with the last four digits of your card, the charge amount, and date.

How do I request a refund for a Givebutter transaction?

Refunds are generally handled by the organization running the campaign, not directly by Givebutter. Locate the receipt email that shows the organization’s name and contact info, and request a refund from them. If you cannot reach the organizer, you can contact Givebutter support through their Help Center with your transaction details so they can coordinate with the campaign owner.

What are typical amounts for Givebutter charges?

Givebutter charges vary widely because they reflect whatever donation or ticket price you chose—anything from a few dollars to larger charitable gifts or event ticket packages. You may also see an additional, small optional amount if you elected to cover processing fees or add a tip to support Givebutter itself.

Why do I see a small pending or temporary charge from Givebutter?

Small pending amounts can occur when Givebutter, via its payment processor, places an authorization hold to verify your payment method. These temporary holds are not completed charges and should drop off your statement automatically within a few business days if no donation or ticket purchase was finalized.

How can I get a copy of my Givebutter receipt or donation history for tax purposes?

Search your email for “Givebutter receipt” or the name of the organization you supported; each completed donation or ticket purchase generates a receipt. If you created a Givebutter account with that email, you can log in at givebutter.com to download your giving history. For official tax acknowledgment letters, you may need to contact the nonprofit or organization directly.

How do I contact Givebutter about an unrecognized charge?

Go to givebutter.com and visit their Help or Contact page. Provide the transaction date, exact amount, last four digits of your card, and the statement descriptor (including the PayPal reference if applicable). They can help identify which campaign or organization the charge belongs to and advise on next steps.

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