I've donated to the site than almost 2 weeks and I Didn't have the gradient name colour..
Pac adds the coins. If you name doesnt match with your sr.com account you gotta pm pac. (y)
Also please dont all caps titles.
Why do so many people donate to the site JUST to get the gradient color? O.o Isn't someone supposed to donate when they think someone/some group/site/whatever deserved it? OMGScoots
This process for gradient names is mainly just a perk for supporting the site, I didn't even know about the gradient name thing till afterwards I donated. Also it took about a week before Pac contacted me back directly through e-mail reply about thanking for the donation. Just be patient but going about it with a topic like this is now a proven way to get something that is more of a reward for the generosity and not a paid service. Please donate responsibly and for the right reasons.