USA Electronic Banking Instructions

This article will cover how to sign up for electronic funds transfer (EFT/ACH) or direct deposit from Benevity to your organization's bank account for United States/US causes. 

Supporting Documentation

  • Accepted: Official Bank Document (Void Check, Bank Letter on Bank Letterhead, Bank Statement)
  • Not accepted: Payroll/Direct Deposit Forms 

 This document must show the following specified and typed items:

  • Account Holder Name (Beneficiary)
  • Account Number
  • Account Type
  • Routing (ABA) Number

Please ensure the information entered into the form corresponds with the information on the supporting document.

How to submit your application

  • Log in to the Causes Portal
  • Click on the Donation Method tab on the left-hand side menu
  • Select the Update Donation Payment Method button
  • Fill out the blank fields as directed
  • Upload a supporting bank document and ensure the information entered into the form is an exact match to the information on the supporting document
  • In order to receive international donations, we require a Wire Transfer number. If you do not know this number, please contact your bank.
  • Review the information and click Submit

If your EFT application is not approved, please refer to the following guide for detailed steps on what to do next: Why was my EFT application declined?