Why Web Stores Work for Nonprofits

This blog post is a part of our “Why Web Stores Work” series.

Making mission-driven merch simple

Nonprofits wear a lot of hats—sometimes literally. From running fundraising events to organizing volunteers and thanking donors, they’re often doing it all with limited time, staff, and budget.

Apparel and merchandise can be a powerful way to fundraise and build community—but managing sizes, orders, and payments manually? That’s where things get complicated.

That’s where you—and your Chipply-powered web stores—come in.

With a Chipply store, you can help nonprofit clients raise funds, outfit volunteers, and share their message more effectively, all while saving them (and you) hours of administrative work.

How nonprofits use web stores

Fundraiser Merch Stores
Turn t-shirts, hoodies, and tote bags into a fundraising engine. Nonprofits can raise awareness and revenue with limited-time stores that get supporters excited to wear their cause.

Volunteer & Event Apparel
Easily outfit volunteers for service projects, awareness walks, or community events—no bulk order guesswork or leftover boxes required.

Donor & Supporter Gifts
Make gratitude easy. Nonprofits can send custom-branded gifts to thank donors or reward recurring supporters, all through a single streamlined store. 

Board, Committee, & Ambassador Gear
Build pride and connection among leadership teams and community advocates with consistent, professional apparel.

Community Awareness Campaigns
Launch pop-up stores for awareness months or local initiatives. Every purchase helps spread the mission even further.

Mission Trip & Service Project Kits
Bundle gear and essentials for trips or service events so teams stay unified, safe, and ready to represent the organization.

Why Chipply web stores work so well for fundraisers

Fundraising is at the heart of many nonprofit missions—and Chipply’s platform is built to make it effortless.

• Built-in Fundraiser Tracker: See exactly how much money a store has raised in real time. It’s simple, transparent, and motivating.
• Easy Setup: Add fundraising directly into product pricing with just a few clicks. No spreadsheets, no extra math.
• No Chipply Fees on Fundraising: 100% of the proceeds go back to the organization—so every dollar raised truly supports the cause.
• Flexible Store Options: Whether it’s a short-term campaign, an annual event, or a year-round merch shop, Chipply gives you the flexibility to fit any need.
• Points-Based Pricing & e-Certificates: Reward donors, volunteers, or supporters through a points system that lets them “shop” your store using points instead of dollars. It’s an easy, meaningful way to recognize contributions or participation without assigning a direct monetary value to items.

With Chipply, fundraising through apparel isn’t just possible—it’s practical, scalable, and rewarding.

Why it works—for you and your clients

• Saves time: No more paper forms or manual payments—everything runs online.
• Drives engagement: Supporters become walking billboards for the cause.
• Simplifies fundraising: Built-in tracking and transparent pricing make it easy to manage.
• Builds long-term relationships: You become a trusted partner helping nonprofits grow their impact.

Wrap-up

Nonprofits are always looking for better ways to raise funds and rally their communities. With a Chipply web store, you can give them both—an easier process for them, more opportunity for you, and a bigger impact for everyone involved. 

Ready to help your nonprofit clients get started?

Check out our Fundraiser Stores solution page to learn more, and browse our sample stores for inspiration. Don’t forget to download the nonprofit one-pager below—a quick, shareable resource to show your clients the benefits of online stores.