Givebutter
Free all-in-one fundraising platform for nonprofits
About Givebutter
Givebutter provides donation forms, campaigns, events, auctions, donor CRM, email, and texting for free using a tip-or-fee model. Donation forms convert at 47%, 4x industry average.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 100% free with tip model — nonprofits keep every dollar
- 47% form conversion rate — 4x industry average
- All-in-one replaces multiple tools
- Modern, user-friendly interface
Cons
- CRM less sophisticated than dedicated platforms
- No grant management
- Tip model may feel uncomfortable for some
- Advanced features need Plus subscription
Key Features
Donation Forms
47% conversion rate donation forms with custom branding
Fundraising Campaigns
Peer-to-peer, multi-team, leaderboards
Events & Auctions
Full event management with ticketing and auctions
Donor CRM
Contact profiles, giving history, segmentation
Pricing
- All features
- Donor CRM
- Email & texting
- Events & auctions
- $0 fees
- All features
- 3% platform fee
- SMS messaging
- Direct mail
- Advanced insights
Featured In
Best Tools for Nonprofit Organizations Managing Grants & Donors (2026)
Best free option for budget-constrained nonprofits — Givebutter provides professional fundraising and basic donor management at zero cost, making it the ideal starting point for organizations that can't justify a monthly software subscription.
Best CRMs for Non-Profit Organizations (2026)
Best free option for fundraising-heavy nonprofits, peer-to-peer campaigns, and grassroots organizations.