Givecloud
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Fundraising That Feels Better — And Works Better
How to Replace GivecloudOverview
Features
119 features across 28 categories
AI/Optimization(3)
Use machine learning to optimize suggested amounts and donor cost coverage
AI-powered technology using behavioral science to increase how often donors cover transaction costs, boosting revenue by average 7%
Intelligent defaults that suggest donation amounts based on geography, device, and giving behavior
Advanced Features(2)
Access Givecloud data via open API to build custom integrations or automate workflows
Receive real-time updates to external tools whenever key supporter actions happen
Analytics/Reporting(8)
Analyze ticket sales and attendance trends to optimize future events
Monitor form views, donor activity, and conversion trends in real time
Seamlessly integrate with Google Analytics and Meta Pixel to track donor behavior
Receive daily, weekly, or monthly updates on giving performance, trends, and alerts
Track supporter satisfaction with NPS scoring tools
Ask donors how they heard about you to improve marketing and outreach
Capture referral data to understand how supporters found you
Categorize and track different supporter types and engagement levels
Automation(9)
Automatically generate short URLs for sharing campaigns and forms
Send compliant, branded tax receipts automatically without manual work
Send thank-you messages and automated email responses to donors after gifts
Process recurring donations automatically with zero manual effort
Send customized auto-replies when supporters text keywords great for events, info, or follow-up
Automate thank-yous, reminders, receipts, and more using flexible triggers tied to supporter actions
Automatically send encouragements based on milestones like first donation or halfway to goal
Leverage automations to streamline internal processes and notify staff
Add supporter names, gift amounts, and other data points to each email using merge tags
Compliance(2)
Let supporters opt in or out of marketing communications with ease
Automatically apply and report on sales tax for tickets and contributions
Content Management(2)
Write and publish blog content to share updates, boost SEO, and attract supporters
Support rich storytelling with text, images, and video on every fundraising page
Core Fundraising(17)
Accept and track business gifts for campaigns or sponsorships
Let donors select a fund, program, or project when giving
Smart donation forms with suggested amounts, social proof, and modern payment options to inspire generosity and convert one-time givers into long-term supporters
Embed donation forms directly on website as pop-ups or inline, or host them on Givecloud
Offer donors weekly, monthly, quarterly, or custom giving frequencies
Let donors set a specific number of recurring payments before stopping
Allows supporters to shop and give by funding specific gifts, perfect for seasonal campaigns, symbolic giving, or dedicated donations
Let donors choose specific, tangible needs to fund and see the impact of their contribution
Let donors fund specific outcomes like Plant 3 trees built directly into donation experience
Let donors give instantly by texting a keyword like GIVE 20 to donate $20
Let donors commit to monthly giving in just a few clicks
Allow donors to split a single donation across multiple funds
Customizable peer-to-peer fundraising pages that mobilize supporters to fundraise on behalf of the organization and expand reach
Enable supporters to scan a code and give instantly from phones, great for print or events
Enable personal, lasting donor connections through sponsoring children, families, animals, or projects with meaningful updates and dedicated giving options
Enable donors to give in seconds from anywhere through mobile-friendly text donations
Enable donors to pledge a gift amount via text and complete their donation later
Customization(5)
Fully customizable donation forms seamless with brand identity, including co-branded campaigns with local businesses
Design visually stunning and cohesive emails
Add visual fundraising elements like thermometers or honor rolls to any page with simple embeds
Add video, custom messages, or redirects to thank-you screens and guide next steps
Drag-and-drop editor to design and customize forms without requiring coding
Data Collection(3)
Add unlimited custom fields to forms to capture supporter data that matters to mission
Collect essential donor info at checkout including name, email, address, phone and more
Let supporters choose a title like Mr., Ms., Dr. during form completion
Data Management(1)
Easily import supporters, contributions, and other data into Givecloud using self-serve tool
Donor Engagement(5)
Allow donors to opt into email updates helping maintain compliance and build trust
Send e-cards or social messages when giving in someone's honor
Enable donors to quickly share their gift and invite others to give
Allow donors to leave a message with their gift perfect for tributes or encouragement
Allow supporters to dedicate their gift in honor or memory of someone special
Donor Management(8)
Self-service portal allowing donors to manage giving, update payment methods, access tax receipts, and manage recurring donations without contacting staff
Donors can download receipts at any time from their secure portal
Let supporters update their saved credit cards or bank details anytime
Enable donors to change gift amounts, schedules, or frequency from the portal
Allow donors to pause or cancel recurring gifts anytime with optional feedback prompts
Donors can log in to update recurring gift details like schedule, amount, or fund
Supporters can update personal details, manage giving, and keep their account current
Let supporters view past contributions, dates, and amounts directly from the portal
Donor Privacy(1)
Give donors the option to give anonymously while still processing and receipting accurately
E-Commerce(7)
Organize store items by category to improve navigation and reporting
Connect with tools like ShipStation or preferred couriers for easy fulfillment
Automatically track inventory and get alerts when stock runs low
Create and sell physical products like apparel, books, or merchandise in Givecloud store
Bundle digital or physical items with tickets to add value for supporters
Add promotional codes and upsells to boost store revenue and supporter value
Customize flat-rate or calculated shipping for domestic and international orders
Event Management(8)
Gather attendee info with customizable fields at checkout
Allow supporters to purchase sponsorship packages with tiered benefits
Sell event tickets online alongside donations with custom thank-yous and auto-generated receipts
Sell tickets, collect donations, and track attendance all in one branded experience for event registration and management
Enable QR code check-in and post-event reporting with ease
Let attendees view their event tickets directly in the donor portal
Donors can view and retrieve event ticket info in their portal account
Add video, chat, pledges, and real-time giving tools to online events
Integrations(3)
Optionally keep CRM updated in real-time with donor-managed changes from the portal
Integrate with Double the Donation to unlock corporate gift matching
Embed donation forms directly into WordPress site without redirects or developer help
Internationalization(2)
Accept donations in 100+ currencies with automatic currency detection
Support global donors with forms that auto-detect language and support translations
Management(2)
View, manage, and report on supporters' fundraisers from dashboard
Approve fundraisers and manage content with built-in moderation tools
Memberships(3)
Offer automatic discounts on store items or event tickets to logged-in members
Lock content or perks behind member login to deepen engagement
Monitor membership levels and sync data to CRM or internal codes
Optimization(4)
Offer supporters discounts with custom promotion codes during checkout
Prompt supporters to add a donation at checkout when purchasing products or tickets
Encourage monthly giving with built-in post-donation prompt
Reduce friction with step-by-step donation process that improves conversions
Payment Options(1)
Let donors give from their DAFs instantly with seamless access to providers like Fidelity and Schwab
Payment Processing(4)
Use preferred payment gateway with support for over 10 trusted payment processors
Accept donations via credit card, ACH, PayPal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay
Support for 10+ payment gateways including Stripe, Auth.net, Braintree, Vanco, PaySafe, NMI
Use SafeSave built for nonprofits and recommended by DonorPerfect for secure online donations
Peer-to-Peer(4)
Allow fundraisers to personalize page name, fundraising goal, and avatar
Let supporters quickly share their fundraiser across social channels
Let supporters create and share personal or team fundraising pages in under a minute
Donors can launch their own personal fundraising page in just a few clicks
Revenue Generation(1)
Sell memberships with perks, exclusive content, discounts, or special access with automated renewals and easy reporting
Security(6)
Protect platform with SSL encryption, automated fraud detection, and real-time risk alerts
Set custom fraud rules such as CAPTCHA triggers or country restrictions to control risk
Use CAPTCHA and risk detection tools to stop bots and reduce fraud
Platform is PCI-DSS compliant for secure handling of sensitive donor data
Get alerts for risky transactions and refund suspicious charges before they become chargebacks
Platform is SOC 2 Type II certified for security and compliance
Sponsorships(3)
Post timeline updates, stories, or milestones to keep sponsors engaged
Create detailed sponsorship profiles with custom fields, images, and storytelling
View and manage active, pending, and expired sponsorships from admin dashboard
User Experience(1)
Make it easy for supporters to sign in with their existing social accounts
Website Building(4)
Set up a custom domain for a seamless, branded supporter experience
Redirect outdated or inactive URLs to current donation or content pages
Build a branded, organized navigation menu for Givecloud website without coding
Design web pages with visual editor using pre-built templates or full customization
Pricing
Standard Monthly
- ✓All Features
- ✓Self Guided Onboarding
- ✓Standard Email/Chat Support
- ✓2.5% platform fee per transaction
Pro Monthly
Popular- ✓All Features
- ✓Essential Onboarding Included (3 sessions)
- ✓Priority Email/Chat Support
- ✓2.0% platform fee per transaction
Standard Annual
- ✓All Features
- ✓Self Guided Onboarding
- ✓Standard Email/Chat Support
- ✓2.5% platform fee per transaction
- ✓20% annual discount
Pro Annual
- ✓All Features
- ✓Essential Onboarding Included (3 sessions)
- ✓Priority Email/Chat Support
- ✓2.0% platform fee per transaction
- ✓20% annual discount
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Integrations
18 known integrations