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Getting Started

From Application to First Donation

This guide walks you through joining Amply, from initial application to accepting your first donation.

Before You Apply​

Check Eligibility​

Amply serves verified nonprofits and charitable organizations. Before applying, ensure you:

  • Have legal nonprofit or charitable status in your jurisdiction
  • Can provide official registration documentation
  • Have authorized representatives who can complete identity verification
  • Have a bank account in your organization's name

→ Full requirements

Gather Documentation​

You'll need:

  • Registration documents: Certificate of incorporation, charity registration, or equivalent
  • Tax documentation: Tax-exempt status confirmation (e.g., 501(c)(3) letter in the US)
  • Bank details: Account information for receiving payouts
  • Authorized signatory: Someone who can legally represent the organization

Application Process​

Step 1: Create Account​

Start by creating an organizational account on Amply. You'll need:

  • Organization name (as registered)
  • Primary contact email
  • Country of registration

Step 2: Submit Verification​

Upload your documentation and complete verification:

  1. Legal verification: Submit registration documents
  2. Identity verification: Authorized representative confirms identity
  3. Banking verification: Link your organization's bank account

Verification typically takes 2-5 business days. Complex cases may require additional documentation.

Step 3: Complete Profile​

While verification processes, set up your organization's public profile:

  • Description: What your organization does
  • Mission statement: Your purpose and goals
  • SDG alignment: Which Sustainable Development Goals you address
  • Logo and branding: Visual identity for your donation pages

→ SDG framework

Step 4: Configure Donation Settings​

Set up how you'll receive donations:

  • Donation amounts: Suggested giving levels
  • Recurring options: Monthly, quarterly, annual giving
  • Funds/projects: How donations should be categorized
  • Thank-you messaging: Automated donor acknowledgments

Step 5: Set Up Payouts​

Configure how funds reach your bank account:

  • Payout schedule: Daily, weekly, or monthly
  • Minimum threshold: Minimum amount before payout triggers
  • Bank verification: Confirm your banking details

Going Live​

Once verified, you can:

Launch Donation Pages​

Your white-label donation pages are ready to share. Customize the URL, embed on your website, or share directly.

Invite Team Members​

Add staff with appropriate permissions:

  • Admin: Full access to all settings and data
  • Finance: Access to transactions and payouts
  • Content: Edit profile and campaign information
  • View only: Dashboard access without edit rights

Connect Integrations​

Set up additional channels:

  • Website widgets
  • Email integration
  • CRM connections

→ Platform tools

First Donation​

When your first donation arrives:

  1. Immediate visibility: See it on your dashboard in real-time
  2. Donor information: Access donor details (if provided)
  3. Automatic receipt: Donor receives confirmation
  4. Ledger entry: Transaction recorded with full transparency

Your transparency metrics begin building from day one.

Next Steps​

After going live:

  • Set up reporting: Configure regular transparency reports
  • Explore analytics: Understand your donor base
  • Consider fundraisers: Enable supporters to fundraise on your behalf
  • Track impact: Connect donations to outcomes

→ Reporting

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