Software · head to head
Galaxy Digital vs Facebook Fundraisers
Galaxy Digital
Software
Digital marketing platform for nonprofits
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- On request
- Rated
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The short version
- Only Facebook Fundraisers has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Galaxy Digital volunteer-focused tool, not a general-purpose social media management platform; Facebook Fundraisers no donor email collection unless donor explicitly opts in, limiting donor stewardship and relationship-building
- They diverge on capability: Galaxy Digital covers Email marketing, Facebook Fundraisers covers Campaign creation.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Galaxy Digital and Facebook Fundraisers actually diverge.
| Attribute | Galaxy Digital | Facebook Fundraisers |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | Free |
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, Mobile-responsive | Web, iOS, Android |
| Founded | 2009 | 2004 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Galaxy Digital
- Email marketing
- Social media management
- Online advertising
- Analytics
- Automation
- Mailchimp
- Zapier
Only in Facebook Fundraisers
- Campaign creation
- Donation collection
- Social sharing
- Donation tracking
- Team fundraising
- Facebook Pages
- Messenger
- IOS support
Both cover
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Galaxy Digital
- Business operations
- Productivity
- Automation
Facebook Fundraisers
- Business operations
- Productivity
- Automation
Both are used for business operations, productivity, automation, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Galaxy Digital
- Volunteer-focused tool, not a general-purpose social media management platform
- Enterprise-only pricing model with custom quotes
- Acquired by Better Impact, creating transition uncertainty for existing customers
Facebook Fundraisers
- No donor email collection unless donor explicitly opts in, limiting donor stewardship and relationship-building
- Slow payouts of 15-45 days for enrolled nonprofits, up to 90 days for unenrolled organizations
- No recurring giving option after discontinuation in 2023, limiting lifetime donor value
- Limited customization and branding control compared to dedicated fundraising platforms
- Not available in European Economic Area countries as of July 1, 2024
Pricing, plan by plan
Galaxy Digital
On request- Starter$99/month
- Email marketing
- Basic social media
- Professional$299/month
- Advanced analytics
- Social media management
- Automation
Facebook Fundraisers
Free- Standard$undefined/mo
- Donation collection
- Birthday fundraisers
- Matching donations on Instagram
Which should you pick?
Choose Galaxy Digital if
- You need email marketing.
- You work on Web, Mobile-responsive.
- You also want social media management.
Choose Facebook Fundraisers if
- You need campaign creation.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want donation collection.
Questions people ask
- Is Galaxy Digital or Facebook Fundraisers better?
- Neither clearly leads. Galaxy Digital starts at On request and Facebook Fundraisers at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Galaxy Digital or Facebook Fundraisers?
- Facebook Fundraisers has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Galaxy Digital and Free for Facebook Fundraisers.
- Does Galaxy Digital or Facebook Fundraisers run on more platforms?
- Galaxy Digital runs on Web, Mobile-responsive. Facebook Fundraisers runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Facebook Fundraisers for free?
- Yes. Facebook Fundraisers has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Galaxy Digital starts at On request.
- What is Galaxy Digital best used for?
- Galaxy Digital is most often used for business operations, productivity, automation.
- What can Galaxy Digital do that Facebook Fundraisers cannot?
- Galaxy Digital covers Email marketing, Social media management, Online advertising, Analytics. Facebook Fundraisers covers Campaign creation, Donation collection, Social sharing, Donation tracking. Both handle Instagram, Web support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Galaxy Digital: What does Galaxy Digital's Get Connected do?
Get Connected is a volunteer management platform that helps nonprofits recruit, schedule, track, and report on volunteer engagement at scale through centralized scheduling and impact reporting.
SourceFacebook Fundraisers: Are there any fees for Facebook Fundraisers for nonprofits?
Meta covers payment processing fees for 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. However, PayPal Giving Fund, which processes all donations, applies 1.99% + $0.49 per donation in the US. For eligible nonprofits, Meta covers these fees, so the nonprofit keeps 100% of donations.
SourceGalaxy Digital: Does Get Connected integrate with social media platforms?
Yes. Get Connected includes social media integration with quick-share icons and direct posting to volunteers' social networks, plus live infographic-style impact reporting shareable on social media.
SourceFacebook Fundraisers: When will I receive my donations?
Enrolled nonprofits receive donations within 15-45 days. Unenrolled organizations wait up to 90 days. Payouts go through PayPal Giving Fund.
SourceGalaxy Digital: What is the current status of Galaxy Digital?
Get Connected by Galaxy Digital was acquired by and is now part of Better Impact, which continues to provide the volunteer management and social media integration services.
SourceFacebook Fundraisers: Can I collect donor email addresses?
No. Facebook only provides the donor's name and donation amount unless the donor explicitly opts in to share their email during the donation process.
SourceFacebook Fundraisers: Does Facebook Fundraisers support recurring monthly donations?
No. Native recurring giving was discontinued in October 2023. Donors can only make one-time contributions.
SourceFacebook Fundraisers: What platforms can I use to fundraise on?
Facebook Fundraisers are available on Facebook Pages, Instagram, and WhatsApp for verified 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. Donors can contribute via donation buttons on posts, stories, live streams, and matching donation features on Instagram.
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