How to Customize Thank You Messages for Donors

Summary: This guide provides step-by-step instructions for customizing the donor appreciation messages for a Pledge Campaign, detailing how to update the instant web Thank You Message and how to enable and personalize the automated follow-up email sent after a donor submits their pledge.


Before You Begin

  • You must have the necessary permissions to access Tithely Giving and Pledge Campaigns.
  • You need a personalized Subject Line and Email Message Content prepared for the automated follow-up.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Log in to your Tithely Admin account.
  2. Select Giving.
  3. Click Pledge Campaigns.
  4. Select the campaign you’d like to manage.
  5. Click on the Notifications tab.
  6. Update the Web Thank You Message field. [This message appears immediately on the webpage after a donor submits their pledge (also known as a toast message).]
  7. Toggle Enable New Pledge Email to Yes to send an automated follow-up email (or No to disable it).
  8. Enter a Subject Line for the follow-up email.
  9. Customize the Email Message Content to reflect your gratitude and next steps.

Troubleshooting & FAQs

  • What is the difference between the Web Thank You Message and the Email Message? The Web Thank You Message is a brief message (toast message) that appears instantly on the webpage, while the Email Message is a separate, more detailed automated follow-up email sent to the donor's inbox.
  • Why should I personalize the email content? Customizing the Email Message Content helps you build trust, reflect your gratitude, and include next steps, encouraging continued generosity and engagement.
  • How do I turn off the automated email entirely? Toggle Enable New Pledge Email to No in Step 7.