Brighouse firm makes donations just a tap away
YORKSHIRE PAYMENTS are making the gift of giving easier than ever before.
Gone are the days of raiding your purse for spare change, people can now donate to Overgate Hospice via cashless donation boxes.
As well as taking card and contactless payments, the digital device also accepts donations via Apple Pay, Google Pay or using an Apple Watch.
Laura Golding, director of income generation at Overgate Hospice said: “Our contactless donation boxes make it much more convenient for us to accept donations.
“They allow anyone wishing to donate to select the amount they want to give and tap their card, phone or smartwatch to complete the transaction.
“They are portable too, meaning we can maximise the vital donations we receive to the charity, especially from the increasing number of people who don’t carry cash but still wish to make a donation.”
James Howard, managing director at Yorkshire Payments, Bethel Street, Brighouse, said:“Many charities traditionally rely heavily on cash donations to make up a large part of their fundraising income.
“However, times are changing quickly and, as more and more people choose to pay by card, they expect to be able to give to charity using their card as well. It is important that charities keep up with this trend and make it as easy as possible for people to continue to donate.”
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