How to Use the GivingFuel MCP in Claude

Q: Can Claude Desktop see my GivingFuel transaction history?

Yes, by calling listfinancialtransactions. The server retrieves your successful charges so the agent can help you reconcile your records.

Q: How are GivingFuel donor names handled in Claude Desktop?

Your donor data is accessed via listcrmcontacts and processed in your local memory. The tool only reads the records you explicitly request during a chat.

Bring your GivingFuel donation data directly into the Claude Desktop app for instant campaign analysis.

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Setup GivingFuel with Claude Desktop

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Real-time donation tracking

Stop jumping between your browser and the dashboard. Use `list_recent_donations` to pull the latest activity straight into your chat session. Keep tabs on your fundraising progress without manual exports. Your AI client parses the raw output to give you a clear view of current incoming funds.

Manage donor contacts easily

Get direct access to your database using `list_crm_contacts`. You can now ask questions about specific donor profiles or segmentation without leaving your workspace. Everything happens locally. Claude Desktop runs the server as a subprocess, ensuring your request flow remains private and fast.

Verify campaign performance

Check if your API keys are active using `verify_api_connection`. It takes one second to confirm your environment is ready to pull live data. Once connected, use `list_fundraising_pages` to monitor your active campaigns. You’ll see exactly what is happening on your GivingFuel pages in real time.

Setup guide

Set up GivingFuel MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The GivingFuel MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the GivingFuel MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under givingfuel-mcp.

json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "givingfuel-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about GivingFuel MCP in Claude Desktop

Open your configuration file via the Developer settings menu in the app. Add the server details under your mcpServers block, save the file, and restart the application.

Yes, by calling `list_financial_transactions`. The server retrieves your successful charges so the agent can help you reconcile your records.

It does if you use the Custom Connectors feature. Paste your remote server URL into the Integrations settings to enable tool access in your browser.

Your donor data is accessed via `list_crm_contacts` and processed in your local memory. The tool only reads the records you explicitly request during a chat.

Your donor records and transaction logs stay within your local environment. The server uses an ephemeral connection that only initiates requests when your agent specifically triggers a tool.

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