Every program is unique. Where funds come from, where they go and how they get there all shape how fast (and how safely) money can move.
A partner who owns the disbursement process from start to finish
Unlike providers that outsource payments to third parties, Benevity manages every part of the disbursement journey in-house. That means no hidden fees, fewer delays and complete visibility — from the moment a donation is made to the day it reaches a nonprofit’s account.
STEP 1
Donations are made
Every donation starts the same way – through payroll, credit card, PayPal or direct
corporate funds. Benevity automatically applies company matches and generates tax
receipts or acknowledgments, eliminating administrative work for the nonprofit partners.
Myth
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Myth: Some providers offer “instant disbursements” across all donation types.
Fact: Those claims usually apply only to limited payment types like PayPal. Benevity supports all donation types with end-to-end compliance and global scale.
Fact: Those claims usually apply only to limited payment types like PayPal. Benevity supports all donation types with end-to-end compliance and global scale.
STEP 2
Donations are reviewed, aggregated and sent
Every month, Benevity generates clear, consolidated donation reports that summarize all donations, matches and payroll deductions across all currencies and countries. Once the foundation partner receives client funds, they are verified, pooled with all other donations and prepared for disbursement.
Myth
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Myth: All providers send disbursements the moment a donor gives.
Fact: Other providers often have to wait for client payments to clear or for donations to reach a minimum value before issuing disbursements, adding weeks of delay. With Benevity, donations can be made up front, so funds are always ready to move.
Fact: Other providers often have to wait for client payments to clear or for donations to reach a minimum value before issuing disbursements, adding weeks of delay. With Benevity, donations can be made up front, so funds are always ready to move.
STEP 3
Donations reach nonprofits worldwide
Before every disbursement, Benevity revalidates each nonprofit’s status to ensure compliance and good standing. Then, aggregated funds from over 950 clients are sent to verified, validated nonprofits in a single consolidated payment — in their local currency, with complete transparency and audit trails.
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Myth: All providers send consolidated, reliable disbursements.
Fact: Other providers send fragmented or ad hoc payments through third parties. Benevity delivers predictable, consolidated disbursements built in-house on trust — not shortcuts.
Fact: Other providers send fragmented or ad hoc payments through third parties. Benevity delivers predictable, consolidated disbursements built in-house on trust — not shortcuts.
On the surface, many platforms facilitate the movement of donations. But, few are built to do it with the compliance, security and global integrity that Benevity brings to every transaction.
The hidden half of disbursing donations globally
There’s an entire ecosystem at work before a nonprofit receives funds. This is the part you don’t see — the part that transforms “faster or instant” into trusted, transparent and global.
Who's sending what,
and where's it going?
Types of giving:
Giving comes in many forms. From grants, employee giving and matching funds to volunteering rewards, donor-advised funds (DAFs), payroll giving and more — each type has its own processing requirements that impact how quickly and safely funds can move.
Where it's going:
Domestic, global or both — where funds go and how many countries you support affect processing and delivery times, since local laws and regulations must be followed.
Did you know?
Benevity is uniquely positioned to support local experiences in the countries that matter most for global programs.
Benevity is uniquely positioned to support local experiences in the countries that matter most for global programs.
Currencies involved:
True global giving often involves multiple currencies, which adds conversion steps and affects how quickly funds are processed and delivered.
Did you know?
“Instant disbursements” don’t account for currency conversion or local banking rules — these steps are essential for safe, compliant global payments.
“Instant disbursements” don’t account for currency conversion or local banking rules — these steps are essential for safe, compliant global payments.
How does the money
actually move?
Behind every donation is a financial system working to move, reconcile and report on funds across borders.
Disbursement methods:
Funds can be sent in different ways: EFT, wire, check, prepaid card or payroll integration — the route depends on where and how funds travel. Each method has its own timing, processing step and compliance requirements.
Funding model:
Donations may come through enabled donor-advised funds (Global DAF or Corporate DAF offerings) or pay-as-you-go invoicing.
Did you know?
“1–5 day disbursement” claims usually require advance funding or apply only to disbursing locally in the U.S.
“1–5 day disbursement” claims usually require advance funding or apply only to disbursing locally in the U.S.
Currency conversion fees:
Exchange rates and conversion fees can affect the final amount nonprofits receive. These costs and rates require careful management to help keep more money in the hands of nonprofits.
Timelines and reliability:
Nonprofits rely on predictable payouts. Prioritizing consolidated, reliable disbursements — over ad hoc payments for speed’s sake — helps build trust with nonprofits.
Controls and safeguards:
Every transaction is tracked, reconciled and audited. These safeguards are put into place to ensure security and compliance — giving both donors and nonprofits peace of mind.
Fast, but at what cost?
Speed without structure creates risk. The right safeguards protect your brand, your donors and the nonprofits you support.
Nonprofit due diligence:
Multi-stage processes provide layers of security and assurance, helping you mitigate legal, financial and reputational risks.
Did you know?
Some "instant disbursement” models skip key due diligence stages or rely solely on existing lists of nonprofits. Adding a new nonprofit can take 30–60 days with other providers and often comes with additional fees.
Some "instant disbursement” models skip key due diligence stages or rely solely on existing lists of nonprofits. Adding a new nonprofit can take 30–60 days with other providers and often comes with additional fees.
Tax and legal compliance:
Giving across borders requires different tax rules and legal standards in every country. Ensuring donations are tax-effective and comply with regulatory requirements is essential for global giving programs.
Did you know?
Benevity supports tax-effective giving in more countries than other major providers, providing a more equitable experience for global employees.
Benevity supports tax-effective giving in more countries than other major providers, providing a more equitable experience for global employees.
Sanctions and anti-money laundering screening:
All transactions undergo sanctions and anti-money laundering checks — essential safeguards for cross-border giving and fraud prevention.
Data and privacy protection:
Global giving must comply with data privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA. Strong data and privacy controls protect donor information.
Did you know?
The Benevity multi-pronged verification process ensures every organization is in good standing before funds are disbursed globally.
The Benevity multi-pronged verification process ensures every organization is in good standing before funds are disbursed globally.
Reporting and transparency:
Clear, detailed reporting on donations and disbursements builds confidence for clients, leadership and regulators alike.
Simplify your global giving with one trusted fund
The Benevity Global and Corporate Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) offerings support readily available funds before disbursement dates. No waiting for individual client payments to clear — one of the biggest causes of delays with other vendors.
DAF offerings also create predictability for nonprofits by providing consolidated, timely donations in local currency, making planning and reconciliation easier.
With donations already in place, disbursements happen on time, every cycle, regardless of client invoicing schedules or banking slowdowns.
Unlike "instant" payments with other vendors, the Benevity model balances timeliness with compliance checks and aggregation, ensuring both speed and security at scale.