Nidderdale Museum relies on visitor donations to support the preservation of Pateley Bridge’s social history. By introducing Dona contactless donation technology, the museum has been able to modernise its fundraising while keeping the experience simple for volunteers and visitors alike.

The museum first adopted Dona during the COVID pandemic, when cash payments and traditional entry fees were no longer practical. Dona provided a reliable, easy-to-use alternative without the limitations of a full point-of-sale system, which wouldn’t have been able to accommodate Gift Aid.

Simple for volunteers to use
Dona’s tap-to-donate interface allows volunteer stewards to manage entry fees and donations confidently, even when they are not on duty regularly.

Faster admin and regular payouts
Automated processing and regular payouts reduce administration time and help improve cashflow, allowing staff to focus on running the museum.

Increasing donations on-site and online
Visitors can donate using contactless terminals inside the museum or via online donation links on the museum’s website, making it easy to give at any point in their journey.

Reliable service with clear reporting
With dependable connectivity, responsive customer support, and clear data and reporting, Dona gives the museum full visibility over its fundraising performance.

Dona has become a trusted part of their daily operations, helping them raise significant funds through simple, contactless and Chip & PIN giving.

The Gurkha Museum serves as a vital bridge, connecting the past with the present and ensuring that the extraordinary legacy of the Gurkha soldier continues to inspire.

Nestled within the historic Peninsula Barracks in Winchester, The Gurkha Museum stands as a vibrant testament to over two centuries of unwavering service and profound connection between the Brigade of Gurkhas and Britain. More than just a repository of artifacts, the Museum actively safeguards the rich tapestry of Gurkha heritage by celebrating, honouring, and promoting the remarkable history and culture of these legendary soldiers, alongside their enduring commitment to the British Armed Forces.

As their constitution states, the Museum’s core mission is two-fold: to advance education, primarily through the provision of the Museum itself and the meticulous preservation of the Brigade collection, and to promote the efficiency of the Armed Forces by steadfastly upholding the cherished traditions and ethos of the Brigade of Gurkhas, ensuring their remarkable deeds are never forgotten.