PayPal offers an automated “donate” button that can be used for any fundraising purpose, including soliciting “tips” from readers of a blog. If your organization is registered as category 501(c)(3), meaning it is exempt from some federal income taxes, you qualify for reduced PayPal transaction fees and can keep more of the money people donate. You can still use the donate button if you aren’t a 501(c)(3) organization, but will not get the reduction on the fees. If you are selling products or services, you can’t use the donate button but can use other payment buttons for site visitors to leave a voluntary payment such as a tip. Writer Bio
