What the Project Is
Giv Local is the nation’s only socially responsible payments partner. It offers payment systems fair pricing and secure technologies to drive business success while giving back locally. The platform makes it easy to accept cards with a POS or terminal using smart devices that work seamlessly in any environment. With a commitment to both technological innovation and community impact, Giv Local lets local merchants gift back to a local nonprofit of their choosing—at no cost. Payment solutions remain fast, easy, and secure, empowering businesses to thrive while redirecting donations to strengthen their communities… making every transaction a chance to make a difference.
Main Benefit
- Secure and advanced credit card processing with no hidden fees or tricks.
- Innovative payment solutions designed for businesses of any size, ensuring that local merchants never miss a sale.
- A unique approach to donations—20% of processing revenue is gifted back to a local nonprofit of choice.
- Friendly support and seamless onboarding, making integration with advanced processors an effortless experience.
- A bCorp score of 88.5, exemplifying strong sustainable practices and societal support.
- Powered by robust, fair pricing models that benefit merchant services, credit card processing, and donation management alike.
Payment Solutions for the Community-Minded
Giv Local’s mission centers around payment systems that not only deliver safe, secure technologies but also truly support community growth. Its technological backbone is trusted by companies everywhere, as it provides industry-leading safety and secure payment processing methods. With friendly support available during onboarding and beyond, the platform ensures that business owners, nonprofit directors, and passionate locals alike can effortlessly utilize innovative POS systems. This approach means accepting payments is not just about financial transactions—it’s about community-oriented progress and driven impact, all while being remarkably straightforward.
Innovative Transaction Processing
The system’s smart devices are designed to adapt to any business or transactional environment. Merchants can accept cards through a POS terminal, whichever way customers choose to pay—from swiped, keyed, mobile, dip, tap to Apple Pay and Google Pay. The power of analytics allows for better decisions by providing real-time data across products, services, and locations. This cutting-edge approach helps streamline payment solutions while catering to diverse consumer behaviors. It is as if every transaction fuels an engine of both technological efficiency and social responsibility… ensuring every sale supports further community investments.
Smart Technology & Analytics
From terminal upgrades and seamless integrations to comprehensive sales data, the platform is engineered to keep businesses updated and ahead of the curve. The smart payments feature pack offers access to all secure payment methods, ensuring robust security protocols. Whether adapting the checkout experience to specifically suit customer needs or harnessing the power of sales data analytics, every aspect of the system is built to enhance both financial operations and community benefits. This smart technology isn’t just about making transactions quick and easy—the analytics empower business owners to understand and anticipate consumer trends, ultimately steering their business toward sustainable growth.
Project Impact & Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – supporting local business expansion and secure payment processing.
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure – driving innovation in payment technologies and integrating cutting-edge smart devices.
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities – promoting local nonprofit donations that build community resiliency.
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – solidifying alliances within the B Certified and 1% For the Planet communities.
Trusted Partnerships & Expertise
Globally recognized, locally focused, and advanced through collaboration with the most sophisticated processors in the industry, Giv Local exemplifies a true force for change. The platform’s dedication to secure technologies, fair pricing, and socially responsible practices is evident in every aspect—from its recurring donation promise to the local nonprofit of choice to its affiliation as a registered ISO of PNC Bank, N.A. in Pittsburgh, PA. The passionate support from friendly experts ensures that businesses of any scale can access top-notch credit card processing solutions without compromise. Giv Local is powered by Giv Local LLC and proudly carries a mission that is as much about technological excellence as it is about boosting community spirit. Every transaction processed is a step forward for both the merchant and the local nonprofit, combining innovation with heart and ensuring that every payment carries the potential for positive change.
