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# StudioEssentials

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> StudioEssentials is a cloud-based software designed to help nonprofit organizations manage donations and streamline fundraising processes on a centralized platform. Supervisors can conduct donation campaigns, improve communication with donors, and provide them with gifts to improve their experience with the brand.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.0/5** by 1 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.0/5** | 1 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money | 5.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Features | 4.0/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Ministry Brands
- **Founded**: 2005

## Commercial Context

- **Pricing Details**: Contact Ministry Brands for pricing information
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Accounting
- Accounting Integration
- Activity Dashboard
- Activity Tracking
- Ad hoc Reporting
- Alerts/Notifications
- CRM
- Calendar Management
- Campaign Management
- Campaign Planning
- Committee Management
- Communication Management
- Contact Database
- Contact Management
- Credit Card Processing
- Customer Database
- Customisable Branding
- Customisable Forms

## Category

- [Donation Management Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/167/donation-management/software)

## Related Categories

- [Donation Management Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/167/donation-management/software)
- [Charity Software](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/775/nonprofit/software)
- [CRM Software for Nonprofits](https://www.getapp.co.nz/directory/1517/nonprofit-crm/software)

## Alternatives

1. [DonorPerfect](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/91736/donorperfect-fundraising-software) — 4.5/5 (1385 reviews)
2. [Givebutter](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/114523/givebutter) — 4.8/5 (871 reviews)
3. [Tithe.ly](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/105501/tithe-ly-church-giving) — 4.7/5 (691 reviews)
4. [Bloomerang](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/103573/bloomerang) — 4.7/5 (1287 reviews)
5. [Bonterra Network for Good](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2035471/network-for-good) — 4.6/5 (936 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Happy we made the switch" — 4.0/5

> **Megan** | *17 November 2022* | Religious Institutions | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10
> 
> **Pros**: Robust database management for a reasonable cost
> 
> **Cons**: Being one of the first sponsorship organizations to utilize this software, there were some  difficulties during implementation.  However, there customer support is top notch and we have worked through it.
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> There is a learning curve with any new database, but we are quickly becoming adept at using the system.  It will continue to meet our needs for years to come.

## Links

- [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2048140/studioessentials)

## This page is available in the following languages

| Locale | URL |
| en | <https://www.getapp.com/nonprofit-software/a/studioessentials/> |
| en-AE | <https://www.getapp.ae/software/2048140/studioessentials> |
| en-AU | <https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2048140/studioessentials> |
| en-CA | <https://www.getapp.ca/software/2048140/studioessentials> |
| en-GB | <https://www.getapp.co.uk/software/2048140/studioessentials> |
| en-IE | <https://www.getapp.ie/software/2048140/studioessentials> |
| en-NZ | <https://www.getapp.co.nz/software/2048140/studioessentials> |
| en-SG | <https://www.getapp.sg/software/2048140/studioessentials> |
| en-ZA | <https://www.getapp.za.com/software/2048140/studioessentials> |

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