A POS system for non-profits and charities
It's easier than ever to handle in-person transactions, sort through donations, and manage your volunteers with an Epos Now point of sale (POS) system.
The ideal all-in-one POS solution
Time-saving
With an Epos Now system, you can save an average of 10 hours a month on admin and staff management.
Flexible options
Meet the unique needs of the charity sector with our range of POS accessories and niche-filling apps and integrations.
Inventory management
Staying on top of your inventory is important. Epos Now systems come with advanced stock management tools.
All your charity and non-profit needs
It takes time, dedication, and patience to run a successful charity shop. Give your all to your non-profit with our feature-packed POS systems.
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With multi-site management tools, larger organizations can easily operate multiple locations at once
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Accept payments easily and process transactions safely and securely
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Automate stock checks and sort products by type, colour, size, and more
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Make informed decisions about your shop with real-time sales data
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Handle entire groups of volunteers in a few clicks with our staff management tools
Boost your business with incredible apps
Customise your system to meet the unique needs of the charity sector with our suite of 130+ integrations in the Epos Now AppStore.
Keep your customers close with our marketing apps including email integrations like Mailchimp.
Make it easy to manage volunteers with one of our team management integrations.
Accountancy apps like QuickBooks or Xero allow you to get a bird's eye view of your charity's finances.
Quick and easy inventory management
Manually sorting though your donations takes up time that could be better spent elsewhere.
All Epos Now systems, including the Complete Solution, come with sophisticated inventory management tools to help you stay on top of the public's generosity.
With our tools, you can sort through your existing stock, add new items, and categorise everything in just a few clicks.
Simplified payment processing
With Epos Now Payments, our in-house payment processing service, card transactions are processed at flat rates.**
Thanks to our flat rates, you'll always know how much your charity will receive from every transaction.
Epos Now Payments delivers fast, simple payment solutions that connect seamlessly with your POS. We offer easy onboarding services and complete transparency.
Useful data insights
Understanding the financial health of your business is vital to the future of your charity or non-profit. Our automated business reports can help you.
Your Epos Now system collects your sales data as you trade and compiles it into into easy-to-read sales reports.
This sales information lets you see cash flow and set up your shop to maximise sales.
FAQ
If you'd like to know how else Epos Now can help your charity, request a callback or read our frequently asked questions below.
- What is a POS system?
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A point of sale, or POS, system is a specialised computer system made up of a POS terminal and sales software that can conduct sales, handle inventory management, and streamline admin.
The function of a POS system is to process your payments, create sales reports, and schedule staff and volunteers. You can increase the scope of your POS system with additional POS accessories, apps, and inventory management tools.
- What is the best POS system for charity shops?
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The best POS for non-profit and charity shop businesses is a system that offers a variety of features and functions, a user-friendly interface, and advanced business management tools. You may also benefit from a mobile device POS system that allows you to conduct transactions and check your Back Office from anywhere!
Cloud-based systems like Epos Now offer greater flexibility in operating your charity. With Epos Now Payments, you can accept multiple payment types, such as mobile payments, credit and debit cards, and digital wallets.
Expanding your operation with online revenue streams? With an Epos Now POS system, you can easily offer discounted rates, introduce online sales, and even add loyalty schemes.
- What integrations should I have for my charity shop POS system?
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In the complex environments faced by charity retailers or hospitality businesses, you need integrations that will simplify your day-to-day operations and let you focus on your fundraising events and your mission.
First, your best option is to synchronise your charity retail POS system with one of our accountancy apps. This will streamline your financial admin and give you a better overview of your ingoings and outgoings. QuickBooks or Xero are excellent options, with millions of combined users worldwide.
Then, a staff management app will help you handle the volunteers and staff members you coordinate daily. Ensuring their skills are best applied in the right place is important to get the most out of your volunteers and team members. For instance, if you operate a charity cafe, your kitchen staff shouldn't be assigned to sort through financial donations. Deputy is a great team management app that's sure to help you.
Our award-winning app suite allows you to create a POS system that meets your exact needs. Loyalty programs are helpful in that they encourage people to become returning customers. Digital receipt integrations can help cut down on costs and paper usage. If you need any help with our apps, our expert team are ready and waiting to help you.
- Does Epos Now POS systems accept donations for my charity?
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There is no way to collect donations directly through your Epos Now POS. With our Open API app, you may be able to integrate your existing donation collection tool into your Epos Now POS solution. If you'd like to talk through your options, get in touch with our expert team.