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Most Fundraising Platforms Give You Software. We Give You a Fundraising Partner.
Most fundraising platforms give you tools.
HelloFund gives you tools plus a dedicated fundraising professional who helps you build, launch, and optimize your event.
Dedicated Fundraising Professional
You’re assigned a real expert who builds your event page for you and helps guide your strategy from start to finish.
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Auction Item Import
Done For You
Already have auction items? Save them in our format and we’ll import them — saving hours of manual entry.
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Proven Strategies to
Raise More
We don’t just provide software. We provide tested fundraising playbooks and best practices to maximize donations.
Ready to learn more about HelloFund?
HelloFund vs Competitors
Learn how HelloFund sets itself apart from other fundraising platforms.
Raise more with a process that works
Our proven 5-step event process turns planning into revenue — from landing page to post-event reports.
Real white-glove support
We build your event page, import items, and guide your team — not just hand you software.
Stronger fundraising outcomes
Events on our platform see significantly higher engagement and revenue compared to typical fundraising tools.
$127K+
average credit card volume per event
Compared to $40–$50K on other platforms — so your mission wins, not just your software.
Unlike many fundraising platforms that require your team to configure pages and manage setup alone, HelloFund includes hands-on support from a dedicated fundraising professional.
Feature
Dedicated Fundraising Professional
Event Page Setup
Auction Item Import
Proven Fundraising Strategies
Predictable Pricing
HelloFund
Included
Built for you
Included
Included
Flat license
Others
Not Standard
Self-managed
Manual upload
Limited Resources
Tiered / % based
FAQs
How should schools and nonprofits compare fundraising and event software?
Schools and nonprofits should compare platforms based on the types of events they run, how often they fundraise, whether they need auctions or ticketing, and the level of support they want before and during events.
What makes HelloFund different from other fundraising platforms?
HelloFund is designed for event-driven fundraising and supports auctions, ticketing, mobile bidding, and text messaging in one platform. Organizations can create unlimited events year-round and receive hands-on support depending on their package.
Does HelloFund only support galas and auctions?
No. HelloFund supports a wide range of fundraising events, including galas, golf tournaments, clay shoots, RSVP-only events, and more. Organizations can create and manage events throughout the year, not just for a single annual fundraiser.
Does HelloFund provide event-day support?
Yes. HelloFund offers onsite event support as well as remote assistance through phone, text, and video meetings, depending on the selected package.
Key features that impact fundraising success and event experience
These core capabilities determine how well a platform supports your fundraising events and donor engagement.
Mobile bidding increases auction participation by allowing guests to bid from their phones in real time.
Integrated ticketing and sponsorships simplify event sales by managing tickets, tables, and sponsor packages in one place.
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Text messaging keeps donors engaged with real-time updates, bidding alerts, and event reminders.
Fast check-in and checkout reduce lines on event day, creating a smoother experience for guests and staff.