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Everything you need to help your fundraiser succeed is here. Start fundraising on the #1 crowdfunding platform today.

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Powerful tools to help you raise money

Easily share your need with potential supporters

Secure payment methods to receive your money

No fee to start fundraising

$50M a week is raised to support people like you

With GoFundMe’s smart tools, it’s easy to publish your fundraiser in just a few clicks.

Step 1: Choose what you're fundraising for

Step 1

Create your fundraiser

Our tools will help you write an effective story, add photos or videos, and set your goal.

Step 2: Copy link

Step 2

Share your fundraiser link

Share with friends and family to get donations early. Check your dashboard often for tips.

Step three: Bank transfer

Step 3

Transfer to your bank

You can transfer funds safely, securely, and at any time — even before reaching your goal.

Why start a GoFundMe?

Join millions of people who choose to fundraise with the #1 crowdfunding platform.

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With a community 200 million people strong, we’ve collectively raised $40 billion and counting.

Smart tools help you create your fundraiser

Our AI-powered suggestions are based on insights from millions of fundraisers.

Everything you need to help you succeed

GoFundMe is designed to help people like you get the most out of fundraising.

Get support, tips, and help from our team

Our blog, help center, and support team can help answer all your questions and offer powerful advice.

Securely receive the money you raise

You can set up secure, automatic transfers to your bank account.

Make donations with confidence

Donate to verified medical & emergency fundraisers

Safely support fundraisers for people seeking help with medical care and emergencies.

Start a fundraiser for any cause

Raise money for your cause with the most-trusted crowdfunding platform.

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General Fundraising

GoFundMe was a blessing for my daughter and her children after their house fire. It was simple for me to set up and easy for people to donate. I was able to thank donors immediately. We are very grateful for this service 🙏

We recommend other people use GoFundMe as your go-to crowdfunding platform. Setting up the fundraiser and communicating about it got things going quickly. Quick payments were nice as well.

GoFundMe is a great tool in difficult times. My girlfriend suffered a serious health problem with 21 days of hospitalization. With GoFundMe, we were able to cover exam payments & accommodations.

Frequently asked questions

To get started, just tap the green ‘Start a GoFundMe’ button. Follow the steps on your screen, write your story and customize your fundraiser. Once that’s all done, you’re ready to share!

If you need help or get stuck in any step of your fundraiser, you can check out our fundraising tips and reach out to support. Ready to get started? Start a GoFundMe

There is no fee to start a GoFundMe. Only a transaction fee of 2.9%+ 0.30 is automatically deducted from each donation.

  • Once your bank information is verified, funds are sent automatically.
    Individual donations take up to 5 business days to process before being included in a transfer.
  • Each transfer includes all processed (available) donations, and you can’t choose your transfer amount.
  • Transfers initiate daily, unless you change to weekly or monthly.
  • It takes 2 – 5 business days for transfers to reach the bank account after leaving GoFundMe.

Yes, you can create a GoFundMe for someone else and help ensure funds go to them directly and securely. To learn more, visit this help center article.

Yes, millions of people have started a fundraiser on GoFundMe for themself or their family amidst a financial crisis. People often turn to GoFundMe after natural disasters, unexpected bills, and many other emergencies.

Yes. Starting a fundraiser for a charity or nonprofit on GoFundMe is an easy, powerful, and trusted way to provide support for the causes that matter to you.

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