How to Build Your Own GiveSmart
Replace GiveSmart with a custom build. Make your mission a movement with our smart, simple fundraising and donor management software
Build Difficulty: 4/5
A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Estimated Timeline
Based on 92 features at Few Days difficulty, expect about 3-5 days with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 92 features
Fundraising(18 features)
Create and manage donation campaigns and annual fundraising appeals
Support dynamic fundraising events like runs and walks
Simple sign-up process for peer-to-peer fundraisers
Embed donation forms on external websites
Offer items or merchandise at fixed prices
+13 more in this category
Auction Management(16 features)
Real-time display of leading bids during auctions
Enable bidding across multiple device types
Fixed price purchasing option for auction items
Offer exclusive items available only to certain groups
Manage auction items and their details
+11 more in this category
Event Management(15 features)
Manage sponsorship packages and table sales
Backstage tools for event management during live events
Create and manage all fundraising campaigns and events in one place
Enable touchless event check-in process
Manage event registration and sign-ups
+10 more in this category
Donor Management(12 features)
Modern, easy-to-use CRM for managing donor relationships
Self-service access for donors to view receipts and giving history
Recognize and highlight donors during events
Track non-cash gifts including stock or property donations
Manage donor households and custom groupings beyond traditional householding
+7 more in this category
Reporting(6 features)
Analytics to identify donors with hidden giving potential
Reporting tools to support donor stewardship strategies
Comprehensive dashboard with key metrics and insights
Insights and analytics to improve fundraising performance
Visual progress indicators for fundraising goals
+1 more in this category
Customization(5 features)
Create custom fields for ticketing and event registration
Customize event pages and branding
Customize peer-to-peer fundraising pages with branding
Design custom donation pages and event pages
Customize the appearance and branding of auction pages
Support(5 features)
Round-the-clock customer support via phone, chat, and email
Dedicated customer success managers to help maximize platform value
Live event support with in-person staff available
On-call support during live events
Personalized onboarding, training, and support services
Communications(4 features)
Email tools for communicating with donors and event attendees
Tools to communicate with event guests
Enable real-time chat during live events
Send text messages to event attendees and supporters
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