RallyUp vs.
Givebutter
Givebutter is a well-regarded all-in-one fundraising platform. RallyUp is the only Full Stack Fundraising platform — 12+ campaign types that stack into a single campaign with one page, one URL, and one checkout, where Givebutter offers three.
Both are easy to use, and both let nonprofits start for free with optional donor tips. The difference is range: Givebutter centers on donation forms, ticketed events, and online giving. RallyUp launches a single-event campaign from a template in 15–20 minutes — and also runs raffles, sweepstakes, a-thons, online stores, and full in-person galas with live auctions, all from one platform.
In this RallyUp versus Givebutter showdown, we’re sharing key reasons to consider RallyUp as an alternative to Givebutter.
Features Comparison
Features
Full Stack Fundraising — multiple campaign types in one campaign, one checkout
12+ stackable components in one campaign with one page, one URL, and one checkout
Givebutter
One of its 3 campaign types at a time
Features
Sweepstakes
Full component with no-purchase-necessary infrastructure
Givebutter
Features
A-Thons (walk / run / ride / read pledge campaigns)
Full component
Givebutter
Features
Online storefront / merchandise sales
Full component
Givebutter
Features
Auction types (mobile bidding on both platforms)
Online, silent, and auctioneer-led live auctions
Givebutter
Online and silent only
Features
Auction Gifts— capture donations from non-winning bidders
Losing bidders can pledge an optional gift, charged only if they win nothing
Givebutter
Not offered — winners pay only
Features
Fund-a-Need— donors give to a specific need at set levels
In-person, virtual, and hybrid; anonymity options and live thermometer
Givebutter
In-person staff-logged paddle raise only
Features
Paddle raise- the live “ask”
Gifts, raffle entries, items, and pledges
Givebutter
Donation pledges only
Features
Consolidated event checkout / Event Balances
One tab per guest across bids, gifts, and purchases
Givebutter
Not offered
Features
Embedded AI copywriting
No prompts; item descriptions, campaign stories, and donor emails inside the campaign builder
Givebutter
Prompt-based assistant
Features
Built-in donor CRM, email, and SMS suite
Native donor profiles plus integrations
Givebutter
Basics are free; SMS and advanced tools need paid Givebutter Plus
Features
Interest / APY on funds held in a platform wallet
Not offered
Givebutter
2.5% APY wallet
Features
An expert will build your campaign for you, for free
Fundraising experts build professional campaigns tailored to your cause
Givebutter
Features
Expert campaign review and optimization, for free
Fundraising experts review your campaign and offer guidance for success before you launch
Givebutter
Features
Professional campaign planning, for free
Personal meeting with a pro who will help you plan the perfect fundraiser
Givebutter
Features
Predesigned campaign templates built into the app
Instant Fundraiser Templates: full campaigns — galas, a-thons, peer-to-peer, and auctions — launch in one click; 40% of new campaigns start from one
Givebutter
Features
In-person fundraising events
Built for the whole gala: Galas, ticketing and registration, Fund-a-Need, Paddle Raise+, auctioneer-led live auctions, silent auctions, Live Display, and Event Balances
Givebutter
Ticketing and online/silent auctions; paddle raise is limited to donation pledges/staff-logged giving; no consolidated event checkout
Features
Combine different campaign types in a single fundraiser
Combine raffles, auctions, events and ticketing, sweepstakes, crowdfunding, a-thons, store, livestreaming, and donations in one checkout
Givebutter
Features
Livestreaming
Native studio with pay-to-play trivia and surveys, raffle and auction item spotlights, live donate feed — 0% fee
Givebutter
YouTube / Facebook embed only
Features
Peer-to-Peer with all types of fundraisers
Peer-to-peer across donations/crowdfunding, plus raffles, sweepstakes, a-thons, tickets, and store
Givebutter
Donations/crowdfunding only
Features
Expert support from real people
Free live phone support on every plan, with chat and email
Givebutter
Chat and email free; phone on paid Plus
Features
Total Custom Branding
Logo, colors, fonts, and custom domain
Givebutter
More limited customization
Features
Donor Tipping
Optional tips can be disabled (flat-rate platform fee). Option to allow tipping and keep donor tips
Givebutter
Optional tips can be disabled (flat-rate platform fee). No option to allow tipping and keep donor tips
Features
Platform fee coverage options
(when donor tipping is disabled)
Organizers can pay fee, ask donors to cover it, or charge a flat convenience fee
Givebutter
Organizers can pay fee, or have donors cover the fee. No convenience fee option
Features
Diverse payment options
Credit and debit cards, ACH Transfers, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal
Givebutter
Credit and debit cards, ACH Transfers, Apple Pay, Google Pay, PayPal
Features
Reviews
G2
Givebutter
G2
Pricing, side by side
Pricing item
Free option
Free plan: $0 platform fee with optional donor tips for core components
Givebutter
Free with optional donor tips; the Givebutter Guarantee covers fees so you keep 100%
Pricing item
If donor tips are turned off
Flex pricing: 0% on donation pages; 2.9% tickets and store; 4.9% auctions, crowdfunding, Fund-a-Need, and a-thons; 6.9% raffles and sweepstakes
Givebutter
Flat 3% platform fee on every campaign type
Pricing item
Donation pages
$0 platform fee — and no donor tipping required
Givebutter
Free only when donor tipping is enabled; otherwise a 3% platform fee applies,
Pricing item
Auction fees
Platform fee capped at $100 per item — a $50,000 winning bid costs $100
Givebutter
3% of every winning bid, no cap — a $50,000 winning bid would cost $1,500 when tips are off or winners are auto-charged
Pricing item
Ways to handle the fee
Organizer pays, donors cover, or a flat convenience fee
Givebutter
Donors cover, or the organization absorbs it
Pricing item
Payment processing
1.9–2.9% + $0.30 via Stripe / PayPal; nonprofit rates available
Givebutter
2.9% + $0.30; 1.9% ACH for verified nonprofits
Pricing item
Advanced tools
Native donor profiles plus native integrations with the CRM and email tools you already use
Givebutter
Automations, advanced email editor, outbound SMS, custom reports, direct mail, and phone support require paid Givebutter Plus, starting at $29/month for under 250 contacts and scaling to $79, $129+/month
Pricing item
Contracts and subscriptions
None; pricing is per campaign
Givebutter
None; Plus is an optional add-on
Both platforms can cost a nonprofit $0 with donor tips on — and with tips on, Givebutter’s Guarantee also covers any processing fees donors do not pick up. The bigger lever is what each platform lets you run: RallyUp organizations see a 38% average increase in funds raised by adding more ways to give. And when tips are off, the math favors RallyUp for event-heavy programs: donation pages are 0% versus a flat 3%, and auction platform fees cap at $100 per item — a $50,000 winning bid costs $100, not $1,500.
Where RallyUp goes further
Every campaign type, in one place
Sweepstakes, a-thons, an online store, raffles, auctions, tickets, donations, and more can be combined in a single campaign with one checkout, so a supporter can buy raffle entries, bid on an auction, grab merchandise, and donate in one transaction.
Built for the whole gala
RallyUp supports the live-event moments that raise the most: auctioneer-led live auctions, Paddle Raise+, Fund-a-Need, Live Display, and consolidated Event Balances.
Easy two ways
Launch a single-event campaign yourself from a template in 15–20 minutes, or let RallyUp’s free Done-for-You service build the entire campaign — copy, images, branding, and setup — typically within one business day.
One click launches a real campaign, not a blank page
RallyUp’s Instant Fundraiser Templates are complete, working fundraisers — not just color themes, downloadable documents, or email layouts. Pages, participant centers, emails, and checkout are pre-assembled and ready to customize.
AI that drafts your copy with no prompts
RallyUp’s AI is built into the campaign builder and can draft item descriptions, campaign stories, and donor emails by field in your chosen tone and length — no prompt writing required.
Branding that looks like you
RallyUp supports deep customization — logo, colors, fonts, and your own custom domain — so the donor experience reflects your organization’s brand.
vs. Givebutter
Final Takeaway
Givebutter is a strong choice if your program is mostly donation forms, ticketed events, online giving, and silent auctions.
RallyUp is the better fit if ease of use is as important to you as powerful fundraising, and when running in-person fundrasing events such as a gala dinner.
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Start fundraising for free Talk to a Fundraising ExpertWhat people say about RallyUp
Hosting our online auction on RallyUp was such a win! We were able to customize the platform to showcase not only the items up for auction but our cause and mission with ease and the customer service couldn’t be beat. We will definitely turn to RallyUp again in the future!
— Stephanie Paddock, Michael J. Fox Foundation
RallyUp is one of the most intuitive and easy sites I have had the pleasure of using. I couldn’t ask for a better experience!
