Introducing Vega Donate: Empowering libraries to fundraise and grow 

 

Innovative, from Clarivate, is excited to introduce Vega Donate, a new donation and eCommerce platform designed exclusively for libraries. Announced at the IUG 2025 Conference, Vega Donate empowers libraries to expand their funding opportunities through seamless online donations and branded merchandise sales—all without the hassle of third-party tools, complex integrations, managing inventory or worrying about logistics. 

Libraries are at the heart of every community, and now, with Vega Donate, fundraising has never been easier. This innovative donation and eCommerce platform is designed specifically for libraries, helping you expand your revenue streams, engage your supporters, and strengthen your impact—all from a single platform. 

“Libraries face ongoing financial challenges, and Vega Donate is designed to help by providing new funding opportunities with minimal effort. By introducing Vega Donate and Vega Shop, Clarivate empowers libraries with greater financial autonomy, enabling them to thrive despite budget constraints,” says Taylor Fisher, Senior Product Manager at Innovative, from Clarivate.  

Vega Donate makes fundraising effortless with a dedicated, customizable donation page that supports both one-time and recurring contributions. Libraries can seamlessly sell branded merchandise without the hassle of inventory management or fulfillment. The platform offers a simple, no-code setup, ensuring easy integration with existing systems. Patrons enjoy a smooth, secure giving experience with an intuitive, mobile-friendly design. Plus, built-in analytics provide valuable insights, helping libraries track sales and donations to refine their fundraising strategies. 

This means libraries can focus on what they do best—serving their communities—while Vega Donate manages the fundraising. 

 

Collecting donations gives you the opportunity to: 

  • Empower patrons to invest in library programs and community initiatives. 
  • Create custom donation campaigns with flexible one-time or recurring options. 
  • Ensure transparency with donor tracking, automated acknowledgments, and real-time reporting. 

Establishing an eCommerce shop allows your library to: 

  • Sell branded merchandise without the hassle of inventory or shipping. 
  • Foster community connections and strengthen library engagement. 
  • Leverage data-driven insights for smarter inventory and marketing decisions. 

 

By partnering with Clarivate, libraries gain the expertise and tailored support needed to maximize fundraising success. Vega Donate is a tool built for libraries, backed by library experts. Whether implemented as a standalone tool or bundled with Vega WebBuilder, Vega Donate provides a library-first solution that streamlines community giving and revenue generation. 

Libraries interested in contributing feedback for Vega Donate development can sign up today to become an early adopter.