12 Best Fundraising Tools for Startups (2026)

Pros

• 0% platform fees, allowing nonprofits to keep more donations.
• Comprehensive suite of fundraising and CRM tools in one platform.

Cons

• Givebutter Plus, with advanced features, is a paid add-on.
• Nonprofits might need to encourage donors to cover processing fees to maintain 0% platform costs.

Pros

• Significantly reduces donor drop-off with UltraSwift™ checkout.
• Offers a comprehensive suite of fundraising tools in one platform.

Cons

• Advanced features and lower fees are locked behind paid plans.
• Kiosk hardware is an additional purchase and requires sales consultation.

Pros

• Genuinely free with no paid tier: no platform fee, no processing fee, no contact limit and nothing gated behind an upgrade
• Zeffy absorbs the card processing costs, so the organization receives the full amount a donor gives, whether or not that donor adds a contribution

Cons

• Nonprofits only. An individual, an informal group or a business cannot open an account, and eligibility needs an EIN or local equivalent plus a bank account in the organization's name
• No auctioneer-led live bidding, paddle raise or fund-a-need, and no live streaming for a hybrid gala, so a large seated event run from a stage is better served elsewhere

Pros

• All-in-one platform reduces need for multiple software solutions.
• Giving tools have no monthly fees, only processing fees.

Cons

• Processing fees apply to all transactions for giving tools.
• Advanced features like ChMS and custom apps require a monthly subscription.

Pros

• Simplifies the donation process for donors, leading to increased giving frequency and amounts.
• Provides deep insights into donor behavior to inform fundraising strategies.

Cons

• Specific details on transaction fees for donations are not explicitly stated.
• The primary focus appears to be on churches and religious organizations, though nonprofits are also served.

Pros

• Significantly improves decision-making speed for nonprofits
• Enhances collaboration across teams

Cons

• Requires initial setup and customization to align with specific organizational needs
• Learning curve for new users unfamiliar with the Salesforce ecosystem

Pros

• Utilizes advanced AI and machine learning for predictive insights.
• Combines wealth screening with philanthropic history for more accurate targeting.

Cons

• Specific pricing details are not publicly available and require a demo request.
• Requires integration with existing systems, which may involve an initial setup phase.

Pros

• Unites various social good stakeholders (nonprofits, funders, corporations) on one platform.
• Utilizes AI (Bonterra Que) to provide data-driven insights and action recommendations.

Cons

• Specific pricing details are not publicly available, requiring a demo request.
• The breadth of features might require a learning curve for new users.

Pros

• Comprehensive all-in-one platform for various fundraising needs.
• AI and machine learning optimize donation performance and personalize giving.

Cons

• Specific pricing details are not readily available on the public pages, requiring a demo or contact sales.
• The extensive feature set might have a learning curve for smaller organizations with limited staff.

Pros

• Access to GoFundMe's community of 190M donors
• No-code tools for quick campaign and form creation

Cons

• Specific pricing details are not publicly available, requiring a demo request
• Primarily focused on online fundraising, may require integration with offline strategies

Pros

• Significantly improves decision-making speed and collaboration across teams.
• Offers 10 free licenses for eligible nonprofits through the Power of Us Program.

Cons

• Requires a learning curve due to the breadth and depth of features.
• Additional licenses beyond the initial 10 free ones are discounted but still incur costs.

Pros

• Open-source and freely available under GNU AGPL v3
• Highly customizable and extensible

Cons

• Requires technical skill for self-hosting and advanced customization
• Less customizable in entry-level options like CiviCRM Spark