Quick Start Guide
Download the app.
Search “GiveCampus Connect” in the App Store. The app is compatible with iPhones and iPads with iOS version 12 or later.
Full level administrators can give other administrators (and themselves) access to the GC Connect app by visiting GiveCampus.com > Administrator Dashboard > Administrators > clicking the entry under the ‘GC Connect Access’ until it switches to ‘Yes’.
Once you’ve been given GC Connect access, you can log into the GC Connect app using the same credentials you use to log into your GiveCampus.com administrator account.
Charge up
Use the USB charging cable (included) to connect your reader to any USB port. Once GC Connect is charged, it can be unplugged— and used anywhere! A full charge can power as many as 1,000 donations.
Turn on your reader
If you are using an old GC Connect device (purchased prior to 2022):
To turn on your reader, press and release the power button (located on the side of the reader). The status light will turn on to indicate power. If the reader is not paired with a device (see step 4) within five minutes, it will turn off.
To manually turn off your reader, press and hold the power button until the status light goes dark.
Note: The reader does not need to be plugged into the USB charging cable to be used.
If you are using a new GC Connect device:
Turn on the reader by pressing and releasing the power button. The status LEDs turn on and the reader beeps twice. The reader waits for a Bluetooth connection for five minutes before turning off. When the reader connects to a device running your app, the status LEDs on top of the reader flash four times. After connecting, the first status light begins flashing at five second intervals. The reader stays connected to your iOS device while in standby mode and automatically exits standby mode when you resume activity.
When connected, the reader automatically turns off after 10 hours of inactivity. You can turn off the reader manually by pressing and holding the power button for four seconds. You don’t need to turn off the reader to conserve power.
Pair your device
If you are using an old device:
Enable Bluetooth on your iPhone or iPad via its system settings.
Open the GC Connect app and log in.
Select the “Reader” tab in the lower right corner and click “Discover Readers.” All in-range readers will appear, listed by serial number (the serial number is on the back of your reader). Your reader’s status light will flash multiple colors when it is discovered and ready to pair.
Select the serial number of the GC Connect reader with which you wish to pair.
Once paired, your GC Connect reader’s status light will switch to a steady blue light.
If you are using a new device:
Enable Bluetooth on your iPhone or iPad via its system settings.
Open the GC Connect app and log in.
Select the “Reader” tab in the lower right corner and click “Discover Readers.” All in-range readers will appear, listed by serial number (the serial number is on the back of your reader). Your reader’s status light will flash multiple colors when it is discovered and ready to pair.
Select the serial number of the GC Connect reader with which you wish to pair.
Once paired, your GC Connect reader’s status light will switch to a steady GREEN light.
Note: If there is a software update for the device, it will automatically install the next time you pair your device.
Accept gifts
Select a form or campaign in the GC Connect app and begin accepting in-person gifts!