Submittable Adopts Nonprofit Ethical Fundraising Standards
The Missoula-based platform joins a growing coalition pledging greater transparency in digital charitable giving.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Submittable has officially endorsed the National Council of Nonprofits' Principles for Ethical Online Fundraising. The company is the 15th platform to commit to these industry standards, which emphasize donor transparency and nonprofit consent.
Why it matters
The principles were developed to combat common industry issues, including the collection of funds without nonprofit consent and opaque fee structures. By adopting these standards, platforms aim to increase accountability across the digital philanthropy sector.
Submittable is the 15th platform to endorse the standards, joining a coalition of 52 associations that represent nearly 40,000 organizations. The principles mandate clear disclosure of fees and require explicit nonprofit consent.
The players
Submittable
Submittable is a technology company headquartered in Missoula that provides software for giving, fundraising, and grant management.
National Council of Nonprofits
The National Council of Nonprofits is a collaborative network of state and regional associations that works to advance the collective impact of nonprofit organizations.
The details
Missoula-based Submittable formalized its support by signing the National Council of Nonprofits' guidelines, which focus on platform partnership and accountability. Submittable already provides fee disclosures at the point of donation within its employee giving software.
Timeline
Submittable announced its endorsement of the NCN principles on October 21, 2026.
Market Landscape
The adoption of the National Council of Nonprofits' Principles for Ethical Online Fundraising signals a broader industry shift toward voluntary self-regulation. This move positions Submittable alongside other platforms aiming to professionalize digital donation processes through transparency.
Users of Submittable's platform can expect greater clarity regarding donation fees and processes. This commitment ensures that donors and nonprofits have a more transparent and accountable experience when facilitating charitable contributions.
The takeaway
Voluntary ethical guidelines in the tech sector can significantly influence how platforms handle sensitive financial data and nonprofit partnerships. Consumers should look for these endorsements when selecting tools to manage their charitable giving efforts.
Further reading
For more on industry standards, visit the Philanthropy section.
More information
Review the full principles for ethical online fundraising on the official organization portal.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Manila times.
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