Accept Twitch donations

According to research, Twitch averages over 7.1 million active streaming channels each month. That's an enormous audience for nonprofits to tap into. Still, many organizations aren’t sure how to leverage the platform for donations, since Twitch was originally designed for gamers.

The good news is that with Givebutter, you can make the most of Twitch livestreaming tools while accessing greater customization and branding, donor data, and robust nonprofit marketing features—all for free. 

How Twitch donations work 💸

With the official Twitch Charity tool, powered by PayPal Giving Fund, nonprofits can turn their Twitch streams into donations. Enrolled organizations can replace the usual Subscribe button with a Donate to Charity button and accept donations in real time. These tax-deductible contributions come with receipts issued automatically.

With Givebutter, you can go further: Instead of sending viewers off-platform, you can embed your Twitch livestream directly on an engaging fundraising event page. That way, your donate button, live supporter feed, and progress bar appear right alongside your stream—so giving feels instant, interactive, and exciting.

You can also drop your Givebutter link into Twitch panels, your channel’s About section, or even your livestream overlays. Every gift is processed securely, supporters receive tax receipts automatically, and your nonprofit collects the donor data you need to grow relationships long after the stream ends.

⚠️ Keep in mind: Twitch Subscriptions and Bits aren’t true donations. They support the streamer personally, not the nonprofit, and they don’t qualify as tax-deductible gifts. That’s why linking a verified fundraising platform like Givebutter is key.

Why Givebutter is the safest way to accept Twitch donations 🔒 

While other tools may let you accept Twitch donations, Givebutter is the only platform that offers nonprofits a one-stop shop for compliance, building trust, and engagement—turning one-time donors into your biggest long-term supporters.

With Givebutter, nonprofits can:

• Engage donors like never before 🎉 From progress bars to social-style donor walls, you can build excitement—and community—in your livestream. 
• Access more donor data 👥 Collect all the supporter information and insights you need with every gift, funneled into one convenient CRM.
• Offer flexible giving 💰 Beyond the Twitch donate button, Givebutter’s donation forms accept PayPal, Cash App, debit/credit card, Venmo, Google Pay, Apple Pay, and more popular donation methods. 
• Stay compliant ✅ Supporters automatically receive a donation receipt, so you can protect your nonprofit and build trust. 
• Raise more 💛 Use Givebutter’s customizable fundraising events, donation pages, text-to-donate, and peer-to-peer tools to expand your reach beyond your Twitch channel.

How to set up Twitch donations with Givebutter 

1. Sign up for free 🧈

Givebutter is free to use and can be set up in just a few minutes. Sign up → 

2. Build your campaign 🎨

Create a custom Givebutter fundraising event page with your organization’s branding, story, and goals. Add preset donation amounts, recurring gift options, and plenty of payment methods (like Apple Pay, Google Pay, Venmo) for quick, seamless giving. 

3. Go live and fundraise 📣

Embed your Twitch livestream directly on your Givebutter event page so supporters can watch and give without leaving the stream. As you go live, highlight your donation link in your panels, chat, and overlays to turn viewers into donors in real time.

💡 Pro tip: Encourage viewers to donate live on stream and thank them in real time—building excitement and momentum for your cause.

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Raise more with Givebutter’s Twitch donation tools 

Givebutter’s Twitch integration was built for nonprofits so they can harness the power of Twitch while keeping fundraising secure, transparent, and smooth as butter.

Create your free Givebutter account and start making every Twitch stream a chance to give.

FAQs about how to receive donations on Twitch

Is Twitch fundraising worth it?

Yes! Research shows that 78% of Twitch users want to see more charity in gaming, and streamers have already raised over $65M for nonprofits. Twitch is a great way to connect with highly engaged, niche audiences. When you pair your Twitch livestream with Givebutter, supporters can watch and donate in one place—with secure, tax-deductible gifts, instant receipts, and interactive features like progress bars and supporter feeds. 

How do you add a Twitch donation button?

With Givebutter, you don’t need a separate button. When you embed your Twitch livestream on a Givebutter fundraising event page, your donate button, supporter feed, and progress bar all appear alongside the stream. Supporters can watch and give without ever leaving your page.

How much does Twitch take from donations?

If you use Twitch Charity (via PayPal Giving Fund), Twitch doesn’t take a cut, but payouts can take weeks. With Givebutter, you keep 100% of your funds (thanks to optional donor tips) and donations are deposited in just 3–5 business days—so your livestream fundraising efforts turn into impact faster.

How do nonprofits get listed in Twitch’s charity tool?

Nonprofits must be enrolled with PayPal Giving Fund to appear in Twitch’s official charity tool. With Givebutter, any registered nonprofit can start fundraising on Twitch right away—no extra approvals needed.

How do you cash out donations on Twitch?

Twitch Charity donations are processed through PayPal Giving Fund and usually arrive within 15–45 days. With Givebutter, funds raised through your Twitch livestreams are deposited to your nonprofit’s bank account in 3–5 business days, so you can put donations to work right away.

Can you donate bits on Twitch?

Bits and subscriptions support streamers personally, but they aren’t tax-deductible donations. To raise charitable gifts, nonprofits can embed their Twitch livestream on a Givebutter event page—where every contribution is processed securely and comes with an automatic tax receipt.

How to fundraise on Twitch?

The best way to fundraise on Twitch is to embed your livestream on a Givebutter Event page. This way, supporters can watch your event, see the live donor feed, and donate instantly—all in one place. You can also highlight your Givebutter link in Twitch panels, chat, and overlays to capture donations in real time.