Giving - Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Mt. Pleasant have an online (electronic) giving option?

It provides accuracy, flexibility in donating to your church, any time and/or anywhere and its provides receipts.  You do not have to be concerned about missing out on your commitment to the church if you cannot attend services.

 Is there a cost associated with using this service and how can I make a contribution?

Electronic giving is offered at no cost to you.  Contributions can be made using your credit card, debit card or electronic check.

How do I sign-up for electronic giving?

You do not have to sign-up for online giving.  Go to the Mount Pleasant website at www.mtpleasantbc.org and click the “Give” button.  This button will prompt a form to be completed to provide information regarding your contribution.  

Will my financial information be protected?

Absolutely.  Any personal or financial informaton you enter is encrypted using SSL security-the same state-of-the-art security measures used by online retailers, banks, and other financial institutions.

How will I receive credit for my contributions?

The giving form will send a report to the Church Management Software that maintains a record of all donations given to selected funds.  Each Mount Pleasant member has a membership number.  If you are unsure of your number, please contact the church clerk, Anita Johnson, to obtain this information. You will also be required to enter your name and address that should match the data in the membership database.  It is important that the membership database has your current information on file.

What can I use to prove I made a contribution?

Your bank or credit card statements should show an itemized list of your electronic transactions and that can be used as proof of your contributions.

Will I continue to receive an end-of-year statement of contributions from Mount Pleasant?

Yes, members will receive a financial statement of their contributions the next month after the end of the calendar year.