In NPSP, what does the Recurring Donation object primarily help with?

The Recurring Donation object in NPSP is designed to effectively manage ongoing financial contributions from donors. This object allows organizations to set up and track donations that occur on a regular schedule (e.g., monthly, quarterly, annually), making it easier to maintain relationships with donors who prefer to give in this manner. With this capability, nonprofits can automate the donation process, ensuring that contributions are consistent over time without requiring frequent manual input or reminders to donors.

In doing so, organizations can also generate financial reports tied to these recurring donations, manage donor portfolios more efficiently, and generally enhance their fundraising efforts by solidifying predictable donation streams. This functionality is crucial for financial planning and sustainability in a nonprofit's operations, facilitating a steady inflow of funds that can be relied upon to support programs and initiatives.