Donating via SMS Easy, fast, always available

In order to assign the donations to the correct organisation, keywords are assigned. Say you SMS "SUPPORT RAISENOW" to the number 488. In this example, SUPPORT is the Top Level keyword, and RAISENOW is the Second Level keyword.

With the fixed donation you cannot choose how much you want to donate as the amount is determined by the organisation. For example, a message stating SUPPORT RAISENOW to 488 costs CHF 1. With a variable donation keyword, for example RNW, the desired donation amount can be entered (from 1 - 100). For example RNW 10 stands for a CHF 10 donation and RNW 5 for a CHF 5 donation.

In principle, the minimum duration is 1 year, with a one month notice period at the end of the contract. The Eco Plus, Standard or Advanced packages can be implemented with shorter durations for temporary campaigns or events.

Yes, but only with the use of a Swiss SIM card.

The donor sends an SMS with the relevant keyword (eg CHILD AID) to 488. Either the predetermined amount or that chosen by the donor (between 1 and 100) appears thereafter and determines the donation amount made. For example, CHILD AID 25 would result in a donation of CHF 25 being made.

SMS donations are collected via the FairGive association and distributed monthly to the relevant organisations. The allocation is based on the keywords and you will receive a detailed billing as well as all payment receipts in the RaiseNow Manager in real-time. Please remember that due to the process requirements, the payout is delayed by 60 - 90 days. Thus, January income will only be paid around April, February income in May, and so on.