This archive report was first published on 20 November 2019.
Emergency Fundraising Made Easy ¶
On November 20, 2019, Safaricom introduced an online portal that allows Kenyans to apply for short-term M-Pesa paybill numbers for emergency fundraising. This innovative service enables individuals to raise funds for various needs, including medical expenses, education, funerals, weddings, and charity.
The online portal is designed to simplify the application process, making it easier for individuals to access the funds they need. To apply, users must select the reason for their fundraising and provide the required documentation, which varies depending on the purpose of the fundraise.
Once the application is submitted, it will be processed within 24 hours, and users will receive a notification on their phone. The paybill number will be active for a maximum period of six months, after which it will be deactivated. Users can withdraw funds using the shortcode 2344#.
The online portal is a significant step forward in providing Kenyans with a convenient and accessible way to raise emergency funds. With this service, individuals can focus on their needs without the hassle of navigating complex application processes.
Required Documents ¶
- Medical Fundraising: Hospital admission form, ID, birth certificate or affidavit (if applicable), and a letter from the bank or canceled cheque.
- Education Fundraising: ID, school admission letter, and a letter from the bank or canceled cheque.
- Funeral or Burial Fundraising: Burial permit or death certificate, ID, and a letter from the bank or canceled cheque.
- Wedding Fundraising: ID for the couple, letter from the couple (if traditional wedding), letter from the bank or canceled cheque, and a letter from the church or institution wedding the couple.
- Charity or Catastrophe Fundraising: Cover letter from the committee, letter or email from the bank showing the account has been set up for the intended purpose, and a letter from the bank or canceled cheque.
How to Apply ¶
To apply for a short-term M-Pesa paybill number, follow these steps:
- Visit the Application Portal.
- Select Short Term Paybill.
- Choose the reason for your fundraising (Medical, Education, Funeral, Wedding, Charity, or Catastrophe).
- Ensure you have the required documents and click Apply.
- Fill in the form and upload the required attachments.
- Complete the application.
After 24 or 48 hours, login using the provided phone number to check whether your application has been approved or rejected.
