Common Sense - No CVV (CSC) Requirement for Credit Card Transactions in batch

DO NOT require (or make it optional) to use CVV in batch credit card processing. It is LESS secure for our donors if they provide it. We do not provide a product, and no one is stealing cards to donate to us. By requiring our donors to send us the CVV code, it opens the door for ANYONE to use their information for any reason. We are a trusted entity and should not need it.

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  • Apr 22 2026
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    Trit Mulligan commented
    10 Jun 19:40

    Based on continued customer feedback, we have decided not to require CVV for back-office entries starting on Feb. 2, 2027, as communicated. We will continue to recommend best practices for mail solicitations, such as using a QR code or a follow-up phone call to collect and verify CVV in alignment with PCI compliance guidelines.


    Online transactions will continue to require CVV for payment processing. The change applies only to back-office manual transaction entries, where CVV will not be required. Learn more about the updated CVV/CSC requirements.

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