Account Structure and Fees
In this article:
- Merchant accounts & ActBlue
- Standard model applies
- Merchant account applies
- Structure & disbursement vary by jurisdiction
Merchant accounts & ActBlue
Some local and state races require you to have your own merchant account to use ActBlue. Most groups operate with the standard 3.95% processing fee structure, but depending on your jurisdiction, you may need to create a merchant account.
We have an easy system for getting you set up with a merchant account. You’ll still have access to the entire suite of fundraising features and personalized support.
This process takes about a week to complete, so make sure you contact us before you’re ready to start fundraising.
Read more about the merchant account fee structure in this article, and check out the lists below to determine if you are running in a jurisdiction that requires a merchant account!
Standard model applies
D.C.
Hawaii
Iowa
Massachusetts
Minnesota
North Dakota
Oregon
Vermont
Virginia
Wisconsin
Federal Races
501(c)(4) organizations
501(c)(3) organizations
Merchant account applies
Alabama
Alaska
Arkansas
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Idaho
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maryland
Michigan
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Jersey
North Carolina
Ohio
Oklahoma
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Washington
West Virginia
Structure & disbursement vary by jurisdiction
Arizona
California
Colorado
Illinois
Indiana
Maine
Mississippi
Missouri
New Hampshire
New Mexico
New York
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Wyoming
If you have any questions, please contact our support team using the email address you use to access your ActBlue account.