# Givebutter Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra

> Is Givebutter the right Fundraising solution for you? Explore 871 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice.

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Givebutter

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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Reviews of Givebutter

Ease of use

4.7

Customer Service

4.7

## Pros and Cons in Reviews

JS

Jenni S

Lead Project ForesterRenewables & Environment, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“Everything runs seamlessly now and managing donor payouts, transactions, ticket sales, etc is very streamlined within the Givebutter dashboard - very user friendly for our team (even our 'not tech savvy' team members are using it with ease).“

October 8, 2025

KW

Kathy W

Marketing CoordinatorFarming, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“The inability to delete accidentally created pages and there is not a clear page for newsletters, it requires users to go through an event type page and when we receive a new sign-up, it looks like a donation confirmation page.“

June 5, 2024

GO

Grisel O

Director of DevelopmentNon-Profit Organization Management, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“We especially appreciate the event creation feature for making RSVP pages for our community events. Though many of these events are free for community members, we've noticed that the platform enables participants to make small contributions when submitting their RSVPs.“

February 18, 2025

SY

Steven Y

OwnerEntertainment, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“Some said that they wanted to just simply click a button to donate from a card on their phone, but unfortunately that couldn't happen.“

October 26, 2025

CD

Carlos D

Founder, PresidentNon-Profit Organization Management, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months.

“The exceptional suite of tools for peer-to-peer fundraising and donation tracking, coupled with outstanding customer support, has truly elevated our fundraising efforts.“

October 1, 2024

KK

Kate K

Senior Director of DevelopmentFund-Raising, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“Unfortunately, the transaction fees can be quite high and asking donors to cover a transaction fee in addition to the gift they made IN ADDITION to the ticket they purchased to attend a fundraising event in the first place can feel excessive.“

April 19, 2024

KL

Keri L

Operations ManagerNon-Profit Organization Management, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“I have loved the easy setup, the easy access to in person support, and how much is included in the free version - especially the ability to create different types of campaigns, make different fund selections available, and add custom fields to our donor database.“

October 17, 2024

JS

Jenni S

Lead Project ForesterRenewables & Environment, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months.

“Never seem to be able to get the best features from one system and end up settling for a system that offers 'most' key features with some downsides after taking a lot of time to compare their features & pricing. “

October 8, 2025

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Aaron G.  
Membership and Development Director  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "LOVE this program!"

July 10, 2025

5.0

I have been very happy with Givebutter! The ability to customize everything from colors, logos, links, QR codes, etc has been second to none!

Pros

I was very impressed with the ease of setting up an account and getting the system up and running without needing a third party or having to go through a sales rep. I have also loved the integration with many applications I use. I did not find myself having to duplicate services.

Cons

The biggest issue I had was importing all of our contact from our current CRM. I found a lot of the info did not transfer over to Givebutter.

Switched from

[Daxko Operations](https://www.capterra.com/p/268006/Daxko-Operations/)

Daxko does not allow ANY customization nor do they offer any peer-to-peer campaigning.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

July 12, 2025

Wow, thank you so much for this amazing feedback, Aaron! We’re so happy to hear how things have been going for you on Givebutter. We really appreciate you flagging the issue with importing your contacts, that’s super helpful feedback. If you’re open to it, we’d love to take a closer look and help figure out why the info didn’t transfer over. Just send us a message via chat or email us at support@givebutter.com. It truly means a lot that you chose Givebutter, we’re so grateful to be part of your journey. Thanks again, we’re lucky to have you in the Givebutter fam!

VM

Veronica M.  
Executive Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Highly Recommend!"

October 30, 2025

5.0

I could not recommend Givebutter anymore than I do. The platform is easy to use and the customer service is top notch. We always receive quick help when needed and love that we can access our fundraisers so easily. Makes our work as a non-profit so much easier!

Pros

Love how easy the platform is to navigate for a variety of different fundraisers- from auctions to annual campaigns, to events. This platform has aided us in running many successful fundraisers while being able to keep track of donors, funds coming in and tickets sold.

Cons

So far, each improvement made has made the platform more and more useable. Only thing that maybe helpful is to have a check cut and mailed but so far we have been happy.

Switched from

[Cheddar Up](https://www.capterra.com/p/276323/Cheddar-Up/)

Givebutter was much easier for us to navigate, had more features we could utilize and was able to customize our fundraisers easier.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

November 9, 2025

Aw, such beautiful feedback, Veronica! We’re thrilled to hear that it has made running your fundraisers easier and that you love how simple it is to navigate for auctions, events, and annual campaigns. It really warms our hearts to know that our platform and support team have helped your team. Your kind words and support mean the world to us, and we’re so grateful to have you as part of the community! Wishing you all the best, and our team is always here if you need anything at all.

DD

Delani D.  
Coordinator  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Good value for P2P & general donation form. Jury is still out as a CRM system"

February 1, 2025

3.0

If Givebutter+ could come closer to LGL's monthly pricing offers we'd switch in a heartbeat.

Pros

We currently use LGL but the archaic donation forms and lack of integrations with prettier/more intuitive donation form companies made us consider a different CRM. Givebutter is truly the only product on the market offering the recurring donation upsell feature for free, along with so many different payment options at point of sale/donation (credit cards, debit cards, venmo, paypal, Apple Pay, and Google Pay, DAFpay), etc. It's worth noting that it also natively integrates with Double the Donation, Donor Search, and Point--and more!

Cons

We think GiveButter+ is cost(given that it's mainly nonprofits with small budgets that leverage this company) so -1 star for that. A work around is using Monday.com's donor dashboard template as a replacement CRM.... however, despite the native integration, GB transactions are not automatically importing to Monday.com so another -1 star for that.

Alternatives considered

[Action Network](https://www.capterra.com/p/235419/Action-Network/)[Bonterra EveryAction](https://www.capterra.com/p/142421/Bonterra-Development-Digital/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

Host of features at free level and native integrations were compelling sell

Switched from

[CiviCRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/79192/CiviCRM/)[Little Green Light](https://www.capterra.com/p/123954/Little-Green-Light/)

CiviCRM open source system was cumbersome to navigate. LGL donation forms weren't attractive

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 4, 2025

Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback, Delani! We truly appreciate your insights about Givebutter Plus. I completely understand how you’re feeling, and I want to thank you for your ongoing support. I know adapting to changes can be tough, but Givebutter Plus helps us continue to offer and improve our features. Regarding the Monday.com integration, we really appreciate you bringing that to our attention. If you're still facing challenges with transactions not automatically importing, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at support@givebutter.com. We’d be happy to take a closer look at the situation and see how we can help. Thanks again for choosing Givebutter, and we’re excited to continue supporting your nonprofit’s success!

JS

Jenni S.  
Lead Project Forester  
Renewables & Environment  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Givebutter is the best!"

October 8, 2025

5.0

It's been incredible - wish we would have switched sooner! We are a small but mighty non-profit and Givebutter truly adds to our capacity by integrating so well with our other existing systems - saves us countless hours. I've worked with a lot of different software/fundraising systems/CRMs over the last 20 years at nonprofits and most of them do about 75% of what Givebutter does. Never seem to be able to get the best features from one system and end up settling for a system that offers 'most' key features with some downsides after taking a lot of time to compare their features & pricing. With Givebutter I don't feel like I'm settling because they offer 100%+ the features I'm looking for in one system for a great value.

Pros

Everything! It's the best! Cannot beat the value and their customer success and support team members are quick to respond, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful - whether using the Live Chat, email or by phone call - they are easy to connect with at any time and get a response. The free templates are excellent time savers and cover a wide range of topics - everything we need and more! It was extremely easy to switch over to the Givebutter platform and we had everything setup to launch a new campaign and begin collecting donations within an hour! Everything runs seamlessly now and managing donor payouts, transactions, ticket sales, etc is very streamlined within the Givebutter dashboard - very user friendly for our team (even our 'not tech savvy' team members are using it with ease).

Cons

Nothing! Setting up the campaigns to deliver from our domain email address vs a Givebutter domain email address was new to us and we got a little turned around in the process - but this was 100% user error and our Givebutter Success Manager hopped on a call and screen shared/walked us through the process and then verified it was setup correctly before exiting the call.

Alternatives considered

[DonorSnap](https://www.capterra.com/p/97513/DonorSnap/)[Neon Fundraise](https://www.capterra.com/p/241829/Neon-Fundraise/)[DonorPerfect](https://www.capterra.com/p/2698/DonorPerfect-Fundraising-Software/)[Blackbaud Raiser's Edge NXT](https://www.capterra.com/p/247647/Blackbaud-Raiser-s-Edge-NXT/)[Donorbox](https://www.capterra.com/p/156860/Donorbox/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

Givebutter had the most features for the best value.

Switched from

[Flipcause](https://www.capterra.com/p/136488/Flipcause/)

Flipcause customer support is not responsive and they do not integrate well with our existing systems causing a lot of duplication.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

October 14, 2025

Wow, this absolutely made our day! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback. We’re sooo happy to hear that your switch to Givebutter was smooth and that things are running seamlessly for your team.&nbsp; It means a lot to know that our tools and templates are helping save time and simplify your work so you can focus more on your mission. We also love hearing that our Support and Success teams made your setup experience stress-free, yay! They’ll be so happy to know their help made a difference.&nbsp; Thank you for choosing Givebutter and for spreading so much positivity. We’re so grateful to have you in the Givebutter family!&nbsp;

EC

Elisabeth C.  
Executive Director  
Child Day Care Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Givebutter is AMAZING!!!!"

October 29, 2025

5.0

Givebutter is AMAZING!!!! I've run multiple campaigns and events on it, and I couldn't be more satisfied.

Pros

It's free! Givebutter is amazing because it's free, it makes us money, it's easy to use and the help tutorials are great!

Cons

The process of recapturing my organization, as I was a knew \[sensitive content hidden\] not on the account. But it honestly wasn't hard. I just didn't like it.

Alternatives considered

[FundRaiser](https://www.capterra.com/p/2696/FundRaiser-Family/)[Bloomerang](https://www.capterra.com/p/131207/Bloomerang/)[Blackboard](https://www.capterra.com/p/14500/Blackboard-LMS-for-Business/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

It was a Boys & Girls Club partner, and it charged no processing fee to the org.

Switched from

[Eventbrite](https://www.capterra.com/p/114949/Eventbrite/)

Givebutter is easier and free, and it has better tutorials

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

October 31, 2025

Aww, thanks so much for the love, Elisabeth! We’re so happy to hear that you’ve had such a great experience running your campaigns on Givebutter! We totally get that the re-verification process can be a little tedious, but we’re glad it all worked out smoothly in the end. Thanks again for sharing your kind words and for being part of the Givebutter family!

JZ

Joe Z.  
Fund Development Manager  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Great product and super easy to use"

June 16, 2025

5.0

I love GiveButter and I would to continue my use of this product with other types of campaigns and events.

Pros

I like that it gives little hints on how to better use the system. It's super smart and thinks of things for us.

Cons

When we signed up, I was a little sad that texting function was no longer available on the free version.

Alternatives considered

[Salesforce Service Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/136189/Salesforce/)[Zeffy](https://www.capterra.com/p/220131/Zeffy/)[Neon CRM](https://www.capterra.com/p/102088/NeonCRM/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

My personal experience being a former user but also I feel it's a superior product.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

June 18, 2025

Thanks so much for the kind words, Joe! We're happy you love the smart tips and ease of use! We understand your thoughts on the texting feature. It was a tough call to make, but we’re always working to improve and find ways to bring more value to all users, no matter the plan. It means a lot that you chose Givebutter again and see it as a superior product. We’re lucky to have you in the community, and we can’t wait to see what you create next!

MB

Mike B.  
Staff Accountant  
Health, Wellness and Fitness  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Givebutter gives us all that we need as a nonprofit "

August 22, 2025

5.0

This is the ideal platform for fundraising, especially to build pages/QR codes to promote events. One QR code can be used to take donations from any money transfer app, which is great!

Pros

it appears to be secure, and the platform is simple, straightforward, and able to do all the functions we are looking for as a non-profit... even on the free version!

Cons

If anything, I suppose the support for the platform has a lot of reliance on AI. I have not had a need to get in touch with a human csa, but if I did, it would be a new experience.

Alternatives considered

[PayPal](https://www.capterra.com/p/207944/PayPal/)[Cash App](https://www.capterra.com/p/246167/Cash-App/)[Venmo](https://www.capterra.com/p/222572/Venmo-/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

Givebutter can create one QR code that can be scanned to accept donations from ALL of the money-transfer apps.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

August 26, 2025

Thanks so much for sharing your experience with us!&nbsp; We’re thrilled to hear that Givebutter feels secure and easy to use for your nonprofit. And don’t worry about support, we’ve got real humans here 24/7 if you ever need us! You can reach out by email at support@givebutter.com or just type “talk to person” in chat. Thanks for being part of the Givebutter fam!&nbsp;

DW

Dali W.  
Creative Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Love Give Butter"

October 19, 2025

4.0

Love GiveButter, especially the peer fundraising and social media comments. So beneficial for a grassroots org like ours.

Pros

Setting up our events was a very seamless process, with a great interface. And excellent customer service. We were getting onboarding emails before I could even start setting up the event page. So helpful!

Cons

I do wish we could have setup multi-day events, instead of having to setup each day as 3 different campaigns. Also, given our fundraising event is ticket based? I think having to add names of everyone in the party was too much for some (potential) attendees.

Switched from

[Eventbrite](https://www.capterra.com/p/114949/Eventbrite/)

Give butter seems more geared towards non profits.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

October 29, 2025

Dali, thank you so much for this lovely feedback! We’re so glad to hear the setup process was smooth and that our team was able to support you right from the start. It’s awesome to know the peer fundraising and social sharing features are helpful for your grassroots work. We really appreciate your thoughts about multi-day events. That’s actually a feature request our team is working on, and we’re really hoping to have it released soon! Your feedback helps us prioritize what matters most to event organizers like you. Thanks again for sharing your experience and for all the amazing work you’re doing in your community!

GH

Gwenna H.  
Executive Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Great Value"

October 26, 2025

5.0

I’ve tried other donation platforms and they were very expensive and not as responsive as Givebutter. Givebutter responds very quickly and had a great value.

Pros

The value for your money is the best in the industry. I’ve recommended Givebutter to other people that are getting started in the non profit industry.

Cons

Not being eligible for certain benefits as a fiscally sponsored organization. I wish some of these decisions would be reconsidered.

Switched from

[Bonterra Network for Good](https://www.capterra.com/p/111128/Bonterra-Guided-Fundraising/)

They were very expensive. It was my first platform and I thought this was normal.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

October 29, 2025

Thank you so much for the love, Gwenna! It means a lot that you’ve even recommended us to others just starting out in the nonprofit world. We really appreciate your feedback about eligibility for certain benefits as a fiscally sponsored organization. We’ll keep this in mind as we continue to improve and advocate for ways to support all nonprofits. Thanks again for taking the time to share your thoughts and for all the amazing work you’re doing in your community!

KMF

Kevin M F.  
Marketing Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Excellent East product with great results. "

October 22, 2025

5.0

Excellent so far that we are returning customers. We have been in business for a year and continue to use Givebutter for our annual campaigns.

Pros

Ease of use. The simplicity of building a campaign and the manufactured QR Code to share is great. The ability to embed on our website makes it universal.

Cons

There is not a lot that I don’t like about this product. Front page graphics need an upgrade. Live Display needs to have more options for graphics and logo integration. Also the ability to display top donors with tickets as well as donations.

Alternatives considered

[Double the Donation](https://www.capterra.com/p/250318/360MatchPro/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

Cleaner front page. Easier to use. Took Venmo.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

October 29, 2025

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback, Kevin! It’s wonderful to know you keep coming back! We genuinely put your feedback to heart. Our team is working hard to improve things like front page graphics, Live Display options, and donor display features. We really appreciate your thoughtful suggestions. Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience and for trusting us to support your amazing work!

BC

Briana C.  
Project Coordinator  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "The ONLY choice for non-profit fundraising!"

May 21, 2025

5.0

The Givebutter platform is a cut above the rest! The ease of use, eye catching marketing & minimal fees make this fundraising tool a win-win for our organization!

Pros

The ease of use, eye catching marketing & minimal platform fees make GiveButter the only choice for non-profit fundraising!

Cons

The inability to add a button to our website that directly linked to just the Auction portion of our campaign.

Switched from

[Auction Software](https://www.capterra.com/p/136964/Auction-Software/)

Auction ohio was expensive for the user and the buyers premium just kept increasing. No website integration and not mobile friendly.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

May 24, 2025

Thank you so much for the love! It truly means a lot to us! Your kind words about our ease of use, eye-catching design, and lower fees made our day. And thank you for the feedback on linking directly to the auction — that’s super helpful and we’ll be sure to share it with our team. We’re so grateful to be part of your fundraising journey!

HJ

Hannah J.  
Office Manager  
Mental Health Care  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Happy to have made the switch!"

January 30, 2025

5.0

Overall, our experience has been great! The platform has given us many more options as an organization to excel our fundraising. The team we worked with to get setup has been consistently friendly, courteous, quick to respond, and very helpful with answering our questions and fulfilling our needs.

Pros

The ease of use for both the organization and donor as well as the options for a "one stop shop." I love that we have options for campaigns from a simple form to a full event. The engagement tools are stellar as well!

Cons

Some limited options with sending receipts to donors and POS abilities.

Alternatives considered

[OneCause](https://www.capterra.com/p/145329/Fundraising-Software/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

The cost was much more budget friendly with being a nonprofit.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 2, 2025

Wow, thank you so much for this amazing feedback! We’re super happy to hear that Givebutter has made such a positive impact on your fundraising efforts! Your kind words about our support team really made our day. We also appreciate your thoughts on receipts and POS abilities, and we’re always working to improve. We’re so excited to continue supporting your organization and can’t wait to see the amazing things you’ll accomplish!

MA

Michelle A.  
Board Chair  
Individual & Family Services  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "It's fun to fundraise!"

January 31, 2025

5.0

We have had a great time using the campaigns, auctions, and soon the Live Events.

Pros

They listen to their users and make changes.

Cons

We cannot wait for an integration with Quickbooks... without Zapier.

Alternatives considered

[Bloomerang](https://www.capterra.com/p/131207/Bloomerang/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

they help recoup the costs of processing, low startup costs

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 4, 2025

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re beyond grateful to hear that you’re enjoying it! Your feedback means the world to us, and we’re excited to continue improving the platform. Wishing you continued success with your nonprofit, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish!

CD

Carlos D.  
Founder, President  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "The Ultimate Fundraising Platform: Why Givebutter Stands Out"

October 1, 2024

5.0

Givebutter has revolutionized our approach to fundraising with its user-friendly and versatile platform, allowing us to launch campaigns quickly and efficiently. The exceptional suite of tools for peer-to-peer fundraising and donation tracking, coupled with outstanding customer support, has truly elevated our fundraising efforts. Givebutter's training classes are always a blast to be apart of.

Pros

I appreciate the user-friendly interface, versatile fundraising options, exceptional customer support, and flexible platforms options. These features make it a standout platform for your fundraising needs!

Cons

While Givebutter has been an exceptional platform for us, I am always excited to receive email on current and future enhancements. The platform is continually evolving, and I look forward to seeing how it grows to meet even more fundraising needs.

Alternatives considered

[GiveWP](https://www.capterra.com/p/10007439/GiveWP/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

I was intrigued by the program benefits and offerings.

Switched from

[Zeffy](https://www.capterra.com/p/220131/Zeffy/)

Lack of transparency and poor customer service.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

October 8, 2024

Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We’re constantly working on enhancements and always eager to hear feedback from our users like you, as it helps us grow and better meet your fundraising needs. We're excited to continue supporting your fundraising efforts and look forward to seeing how Givebutter can help you achieve even greater success in the future.

EF

Ed F.  
President  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "I Love GiveButter"

January 30, 2025

5.0

The setup has really been great with the help of your staff. The functionality of everything has made setting up and managing our events so much easier and organized.

Pros

Setting up fundraising events and being able to manage all of your contacts in one solution makes things so much easier!

Cons

Can’t think of much. One thing that would be nice for the Engage section of email blasts. It would be great to be able to automatically send another email to people who didn’t open the first email after a certain amount of time.

Alternatives considered

[Donorbox](https://www.capterra.com/p/156860/Donorbox/)[OneCause](https://www.capterra.com/p/145329/Fundraising-Software/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

The easy if use, the features it offered for the cost

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 2, 2025

Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! We’re so happy to hear that Givebutter has made managing your events easier! Your suggestion for Engage is fantastic—being able to automatically send follow-up emails to those who didn’t open the first one is a great idea, and we’ll definitely keep it in mind as we continue to improve. While we don’t currently have a trigger for a follow-up email, we do offer a Workflow feature to automate email sending on our Plus version, and we’re always open to your ideas! Remember, we’re always here if you need anything! Thanks again for choosing Givebutter!

JG

Jillian G.  
Capital Campaign Manager  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Great for every user!"

January 31, 2025

5.0

Overall has been wonderful! We have used it multiples ways for our school and look forward to continue using it!

Pros

User friendly on the backend and guest friendly!

Cons

From the back office when I click on an event I want to see the transactions for that specific event instead of being taken to the event page or having to go see all transactions and filter that way.

Alternatives considered

[OneCause](https://www.capterra.com/p/145329/Fundraising-Software/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

The free use was the main factor! Once we started it seemed to fit our needs more than we even realized!

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 4, 2025

Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that Givebutter has been such a great fit for your school. We completely understand your feedback about viewing transactions for a specific event, and we’ll definitely take that into consideration for future updates. We’re thrilled you chose Givebutter for its free use, and we're so happy to hear it’s exceeding your expectations! Thanks for being part of our family—we can’t wait to continue supporting your school’s efforts!

NN

Nicole N.  
Director  
Sports  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Thanks for helping out \[sensitive content hidden\] Channel Swim go Swimmingly!"

December 1, 2024

5.0

Givebutter was simple on the backend and allowed us to have as painless of an experience fundraising as possible. I liked the ease of being able to just input our tax information and we are ready to go, presto! It was cool to see all the comments coming in as we raised money.

Pros

We chose givebutter for several reasons but one of my favorite things is that we could see how much each team member was achieving with donations. Since we were two relay teams, the competition was fierce and givebutter helped us stay motivated and interested in fundraising!

Cons

Who likes fees? I also wish it were easier to integrate with other social media, like Instagram and Facebook. We just used a link but if there was a button or something that made it "intuitive" to share, that would be great! Without that kind of integration, it makes it hard for the campaign to spread like wildfire.

Alternatives considered

[GoFundMe](https://www.capterra.com/p/158457/CrowdRise/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

Reputation & I had my accountant friend look it over and he thought everything was clean.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

December 18, 2024

Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We greatly appreciate your feedback, especially regarding social media integration. We're actively working on improvements in that area and have a feature request for it on our board. We understand the fees can be a concern, and we may have some options to help. Please contact us at support@givebutter.com; we'd be happy to explore those with you. We can't wait to continue supporting you and your excellent team with future campaigns. Reach out anytime, and we're always here to help!

LB

Leigh B.  
Founder  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "New nonprofit, very pleased!"

January 31, 2025

5.0

Very pleased. Will be glad when our DB is moved in and we can set up more recurring

Pros

Ease of use, love how I can set up multiple campaigns

Cons

Still trying to make it integrate with our framer website and it is not perfect but not done yet!

Alternatives considered

[Clover](https://www.capterra.com/p/226864/Clover/)

Reason for choosing Givebutter

My team selected based on cost and ease of use

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 4, 2025

Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you’re enjoying the ease of use and the ability to set up multiple campaigns. We totally understand that integrations can take a little time to perfect, so rest assured, we’re here to help! If you ever need assistance, our support team is available 24/7 to ensure everything runs smoothly—just reach out to us at support@givebutter.com. Wishing you continued success with your nonprofit, and we can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish!

NF

Nesta F.  
Executive director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### ""A Game-Changer for Nonprofit Fundraisi"

June 13, 2025

5.0

Our overall experience was outstanding. Givebutter helped us streamline our fundraising process and visualize our impact in real-time. It contributed to one of our most successful fundraising years ever, and we’re now integrating it into all our income streams moving forward. It’s more than a tool—it’s a game-changer for nonprofit fundraising.

Pros

The event display options were our favorite feature. The platform made it easy to engage our audience and donors in a visually compelling way, which helped generate real excitement around our goals. It truly centralized our systems and made fundraising more effective and less time-consuming.

Cons

While the overall platform was fantastic, our biggest challenge was directing traffic clearly to team members so they could be credited for their efforts. It wasn’t always intuitive for donors to select a team member when giving. We experimented with rewording and even changed the donate button text to “Send Money Here,” but clearer options or customizable settings would have helped. A setting that requires donors to choose a team or individual before proceeding—and perhaps even leave a mandatory note—would make it easier to track individual efforts and ensure fair credit.

Switched from

[Zeffy](https://www.capterra.com/p/220131/Zeffy/)[Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/)

Ease of access,. Multiple features in one

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

June 18, 2025

Wow! Thank you so much for this thoughtful and detailed review, Nesta! We're so happy to hear that it helped with your fundraising efforts. We definitely hear you on the challenge of directing traffic to the right team members. That’s super helpful feedback, and we’re actively exploring ways to improve. A required selection or note field is a great suggestion—thank you for sharing that! We’re honored to be part of your journey and can’t wait to keep cheering you on. Thanks again for being such an awesome part of the Givebutter community!

JY

Joe Y.  
Interim Database Administrator  
Newspapers  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Givebutter (Free version)"

February 21, 2025

4.0

Givebutter has been great as a free option, good to enough to the point where we were able to replace a paid version of another software with it. It lacks a lot of fine-tuning options for exports and can be slow on some fronts, but it works great for managing donations as a primary tool. The built-in duplicate management tools are not very effective, requiring a lot of manual merging. Still, it is rare to find anything as effective and easy to pick up as this in the realm of free SaaS products, and I imagine the paid version with reporting makes spotting duplicates easier within the service.

Pros

For a free product, this is an effective payments handler and an impressive database software for small nonprofits. The included import wizard makes managing data over time easy enough for one database admin, and the email integration with Canva is great for nonprofit staff in general.

Cons

Duplicate management is not good at spotting the same contributor between donations, as it does not check secondary data for possible duplicates. Segments (at least in the free version) has some issues with exports. For example, organizing data there with the intention of then downloading a csv still leads to a full list of contacts or transactions rather than a pared-down export. The UI can also be a bit odd, with buttons hard to locate, and the tax summaries take quite a while to generate even for a relatively small number.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 27, 2025

Thank you so much for sharing, Joe! We're thrilled to hear that Givebutter has been a great free option for your nonprofit and that you're finding it effective for managing donations. Your insights are incredibly helpful as we continue to improve the platform. Your support means the world to us, and we're so grateful to have you as part of the Givebutter family.

CS

Cheryl S.  
CEO  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Givebutter Success! "

October 19, 2025

5.0

I have never had a problem or issue with transferring the funds to my bank account. I have to find the time to watch the tutorials to get the most out of what Given has to offer.

Pros

It is fairly easy to manage for someone like me who knows very little about navigating websites, CRMs, donation platforms, etc.

Cons

I cannot figure out how to make my donation page without a donation/monetary goal. I also want to learn how to send emails to former diners to donate again.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

October 29, 2025

Cheryl, thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re so happy to hear that managing the platform has been fairly easy for you and that transferring funds has been smooth. We know getting the hang of everything, like setting up a donation page without a goal or sending emails to past donors, can feel tricky at first. Please know our team is here for you every step of the way, just one chat or email away! We’re available 24/7 and would be very happy to help you with anything you need. Thanks again for taking the time to share your thoughts, and we’re excited to see all the amazing work you’ll do!

DF

Dawn F.  
Office Manager  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Office Manager"

February 4, 2025

5.0

In summary, Givebutter is a robust and user-friendly platform suitable for nonprofits seeking an integrated solution for fundraising and donor management. While it may not offer all the advanced features of more complex systems, its ease of use, comprehensive support, and transparent pricing make it a valuable tool for many organizations.

Pros

Givebutter consolidates various fundraising tools into one platform, including donation forms, event ticketing, and donor management. This integration allows organizations to manage their fundraising activities efficiently.

Cons

Checkout when winning an item at auction needs to be more steamlined.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 7, 2025

Thank you for your great review! We’re so happy that Givebutter makes fundraising easier for you. We love your feedback about the auction checkout. We’re always working to make things better, so this helps a lot! Thanks for being part of the Givebutter family. We’re excited to keep helping your organization do amazing things!

AG

Anna G.  
Missiion Advancement Assistant  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "ACTS Missions"

April 17, 2025

4.0

I do not have longevity with the software. Although, in the last month it has become easier to use and I am understanding it much better.

Pros

It is user friendly in some aspects, it is not very complicated, if you do have questions the Help button is very informative. The chat is excellent and questions get answered promptly. I also love that the chat is with a live agent.

Cons

I like to be able to search contacts with other key information, such as state or address. I am fairly new to the software, so there may be other avenues I am currently not aware of at this time.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

April 24, 2025

Thanks so much for sharing this! We're really happy to hear that you're finding Givebutter easier to use as you go! That's a great suggestion about being able to search contacts by state or address. I’ll be sure to pass that along to the team! And since you're still getting familiar with the platform, don’t hesitate to reach out anytime—we're always here to help you get the most out of it. Wishing you all the best!

LG

Laura G.  
Executive Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Givebutter Great for Startup Nonprofits"

January 31, 2025

4.0

Overall, really positive! They make it really easy to begin fundraising. The different types of campaigns available is one of my favorite features.

Pros

It's nice that it's a free option for smaller nonprofits. It's also super easy to add transactions and comments.

Cons

Pulling reports is difficult, unless you have the premium subscription which I have not tried yet.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

February 4, 2025

Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Givebutter has been an excellent fit for your startup nonprofit and that you’re loving it. We truly appreciate your feedback on reports, and we’re always working to improve everyone's experience. Just a quick note—our standard features allow you to generate and download reports anytime. The Plus plan offers automatic and more customized reporting, but rest assured, you can always access the raw data without a subscription. If you ever need help, our team is here for you 24/7 at support@givebutter.com! Thanks for being part of the Givebutter family!

TS

Tony S.  
President  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Great free resource"

September 7, 2025

5.0

We have enjoyed using Givebutter for our events and hope to be able to use it in more of its intended use or that they updateit to better suit our needs

Pros

I enjoy that it is free. This gives us the flexibility to put our limited finances towards other things.

Cons

Unfortunately, the current features that Givebutter has does not quite fit. We have to use it in unconventional ways.

Review Source

Response from Givebutter

September 11, 2025

Thanks so much for sharing your experience, Tony! We’re glad it has helped free up your budget for other things. We’d love to hear more about how we can improve, so please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at support@givebutter.com. We’re excited to have you with us again in the future!&nbsp;

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