Software · head to head
Mightycause vs Facebook Fundraisers
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Mightycause payment processing carries an average fee of 0.95% per transaction despite the platform itself being advertised as free; Facebook Fundraisers no donor email collection unless donor explicitly opts in, limiting donor stewardship and relationship-building
- They diverge on capability: Mightycause covers Email campaigns, Facebook Fundraisers covers Team fundraising.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Mightycause and Facebook Fundraisers actually diverge.
| Attribute | Mightycause | Facebook Fundraisers |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Platforms | Web, Mobile-responsive | Web, iOS, Android |
| Founded | 2008 | 2004 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Mightycause
- Email campaigns
- Stripe
- PayPal
- Google Analytics
- Mobile-responsive support
Only in Facebook Fundraisers
- Team fundraising
- Facebook Pages
- Messenger
- IOS support
- Android support
Both cover
- Campaign creation
- Donation collection
- Donation tracking
- Social sharing
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Mightycause
- Nonprofits running online donation and peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns without a software subscription feenot Facebook Fundraisers
Facebook Fundraisers
- Business operationsnot Mightycause
- Productivitynot Mightycause
- Automationnot Mightycause
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Mightycause
- Payment processing carries an average fee of 0.95% per transaction despite the platform itself being advertised as free
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
Mightycause
Free- FreeFree
- Campaign creation
- Donation collection
- Professional$50/month
- Advanced features
- Email campaigns
- Premium support
Facebook Fundraisers
Free- Standard$undefined/mo
- Donation collection
- Birthday fundraisers
- Matching donations on Instagram
Which should you pick?
Choose Mightycause if
- You need email campaigns.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Mobile-responsive.
- You also want stripe.
Choose Facebook Fundraisers if
- You need team fundraising.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android.
- You also want facebook pages.
Questions people ask
- Is Mightycause or Facebook Fundraisers better?
- Neither clearly leads. Mightycause starts at Free and Facebook Fundraisers at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Mightycause or Facebook Fundraisers?
- Mightycause starts at Free and Facebook Fundraisers at Free.
- Does Mightycause or Facebook Fundraisers run on more platforms?
- Mightycause runs on Web, Mobile-responsive. Facebook Fundraisers runs on Web, iOS, Android.
- Can I use Mightycause for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Mightycause best used for?
- Mightycause is most often used for nonprofits running online donation and peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns without a software subscription fee. Of those, nonprofits running online donation and peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns without a software subscription fee is not what Facebook Fundraisers is typically brought in for.
- What can Mightycause do that Facebook Fundraisers cannot?
- Mightycause covers Email campaigns, Stripe, PayPal, Google Analytics. Facebook Fundraisers covers Team fundraising, Facebook Pages, Instagram, Messenger. Both handle Campaign creation, Donation collection, Donation tracking, Social sharing.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Facebook 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.
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.
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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