Getting started with Sowfund is quick and simple. You'll fill out a short application that asks for a few easy details to help us confirm your mission is genuine and focused on serving others. Our team typically reviews applications within 2–4 business days, and once approved, you'll be ready to start receiving donations and managing your funds with ease.
Yes, a ministry team can share a Sowfund account. However, for tax and legal purposes, the account must be registered under one individual's name.
We're also working on a more streamlined solution that will allow multiple missionaries to be connected to a single shared account in the future.
You can access your funds at any time through your Sowfund dashboard. Simply log in, select Withdraw, and transfer your available balance directly from your account—no limits on how often you can withdraw. Each withdrawal has a $100 minimum, giving you full flexibility to manage your funds whenever you need them.
Yes! By default, you'll receive notifications for every new and recurring donation. If you'd prefer not to get alerts, you can easily turn them off or adjust your notification settings anytime.
No — since Sowfund is a fully online platform, we're not able to accept paper checks. However, donors can give easily through credit cards, debit cards, bank transfers, Apple Pay, and Cash App, making online giving simple and convenient.
Yes! Sowfund supports international donations from anywhere in the world. Donors can give securely online using global payment options. Processing fees for international transactions may vary — please refer to our Platform Fees page for the most up-to-date details on costs.
Yes. Sowfund charges a 5% service fee on all donations to support and maintain the platform.
A 2.2% credit card processing fee also applies to cover payment processing and security costs.
When making a donation, donors have the option to cover both the service fee and the processing fee, allowing the missionary to receive the full intended donation amount.
For more details, please see our Platform Fees page.
Yes! Every donation made through Sowfund automatically generates an instant receipt sent directly to the donor's email.
Yes! Each January, donors receive an end-of-year contribution statement by email. Donors can also access their full giving history anytime through their Sowfund account.
Sowfund cannot provide tax advice, but here are a few key points to keep in mind:
Note: The above information applies to missionaries who are U.S. citizens. Missionaries from other countries should follow the laws and tax regulations of their own country.
For personalized guidance, we strongly recommend consulting a qualified tax advisor.