Fundraising Platform Comparison

School Fundraising Platform Comparison

Find the best platform for your specific fundraising needs and campaigns.

Platform	Best For	Top Features	Pricing
99Pledges	Schools hosting "a-thon" events and community-wide peer-to-peer campaigns.	Automatic donation pages Flat or activity-based donations Cash/check tracking & digital payments Real-time reporting & built-in messaging Dedicated fundraising coach	$0 startup/platform fees; 3.49% + $0.49 per credit card transaction.
DonorsChoose	Teachers raising funds for specific classroom supplies.	Teachers create customized supply lists Donors give to specific projects	Free for teachers.
Funds2Orgs	Shoe drives for schools with low fundraising capacity.	Collects repurposed shoes instead of monetary donations Supplies micro-entrepreneurs in low-income communities	Free.
Bonfire	Product fundraising and supplementing existing events.	Custom apparel design and sales Zero inventory risk or upfront purchasing Platform handles all order processing and shipping	100% free setup; 8% donation processing fee.
GoodUnited	Social media fundraising via messaging apps.	Connects with donors via Facebook Messenger, Instagram DM, and WhatsApp Keeps campaigns top-of-mind on popular apps	Starts at $300/month.
ShopRaise	Raising passive funds year-round through everyday supporter shopping.	App allows supporters to shop at popular chains Requires no change in normal spending habits	Free.
Double the Donation	Maximizing existing revenue through corporate matching gift programs.	Access to a massive matching gift database Multiplies impact without asking supporters for more money	Based on usage; starts at $300/year.
GoFundMe	Simple crowdfunding for urgent needs.	Fast setup with photos/videos and goal setting Built-in campaign updates and contributor thank-yous	Limited free features.

Best For

Schools hosting "a-thon" events and community-wide peer-to-peer campaigns.

Top Features

Automatic donation pages
Flat or activity-based donations
Cash/check tracking & digital payments
Real-time reporting & built-in messaging
Dedicated fundraising coach

Pricing

$0 startup/platform fees; 3.49% + $0.49 per credit card transaction.