What is CharityFundraiser?

CharityFundraiser is an all-in-one fundraising platform for nonprofits. It combines online and live silent auctions, peer-to-peer campaigns, donation pages, event ticketing, donor CRM, and AI campaign coaching in a single tool built specifically for 501(c)(3) organizations.

Is CharityFundraiser free for nonprofits?

Yes — there is no setup fee and no monthly minimum. Nonprofits only pay a small percentage on funds raised plus standard payment processing fees. There is a discounted nonprofit rate for verified 501(c)(3) organizations.

What is the best silent auction software for schools?

CharityFundraiser is built for school PTAs, sports teams, and educational foundations. It includes mobile bidding without app downloads, bulk item uploads from Excel, donor receipts, and live big-screen scoreboards — all priced for small school budgets.

How does Text-to-Give work on CharityFundraiser?

Donors text a keyword like GIVE to your dedicated number. Our platform automatically replies with a one-tap donation link tied to your campaign. Donations confirm via reply SMS, and the donor record is created or updated in your CRM in real-time.

Can I run a virtual or hybrid gala on CharityFundraiser?

Yes. The platform supports fully online events, in-person galas with check-in QR codes, and hybrid events. Live-stream scoreboards, paddle-raise / fund-a-need software, and big-screen Show Director are all included.

Does CharityFundraiser integrate with QuickBooks and Stripe?

Yes. Stripe Connect powers direct-to-organization payouts, and QuickBooks Online integration auto-syncs donations as transactions for clean reconciliation at year-end.

How is CharityFundraiser different from Givebutter or OneCause?

Most platforms specialize in one channel (donations OR auctions OR P2P). CharityFundraiser combines them in one tool with first-class AI campaign coaching included, eliminating the need for 3–5 separate vendor subscriptions.

Is there a mobile app for bidding?

No app is required. Bidders use any phone's web browser. The mobile-first interface supports proxy bidding, outbid alerts via web push and SMS, and one-tap buy-now.

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ClassyLive vs CharityFundraiser

ClassyLive is classy's live-event auction add-on for orgs already on classy. CharityFundraiser combines auctions, donations, P2P, events, CRM, AI coordinator tooling, volunteer management, and direct mail in one platform — with flat 2% on funds raised. no annual fee. no add-ons..

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Quick verdict

When each one wins.

When ClassyLive wins

Native fit if you're already paying for Classy

Tight Classy integration
Decent paddle-raise UX

When CharityFundraiser wins

One platform instead of Classy + ClassyLive + separate volunteer tool

Requires a Classy contract to be useful
No AI Coordinator Playbook
No volunteer audit trail
Separate vendor needed for direct mail
Bills stack up quickly: Classy + ClassyLive + volunteer tool + direct mail

Feature-by-feature

ClassyLive vs CharityFundraiser, line by line.

Capability	ClassyLive	CharityFundraiser
Live (stage) auctions + paddle raise
Silent auctions with mobile bidding
Online donation pages	Via Classy
Volunteer audit trail
AI Coordinator Playbook
1-click Lob direct mail
Standalone (no other contract needed)
Pricing	Add-on price on top of Classy's annual platform fee	Flat 2% on funds raised. No annual fee. No add-ons.

Data compiled from public ClassyLive pricing pages and product documentation as of 2026. Email hello@charityfundraiser.com with corrections.

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