Software · head to head
Network for Good vs Facebook Fundraisers
The short version
- Only Facebook Fundraisers has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Network for Good network for Good is now sold as Bonterra Network for Good, and Bonterra's own fundraising and engagement pricing page publishes no figure for it; Facebook Fundraisers no donor email collection unless donor explicitly opts in, limiting donor stewardship and relationship-building
- They diverge on capability: Network for Good covers Online donations, Facebook Fundraisers covers Campaign creation.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Network for Good and Facebook Fundraisers actually diverge.
| Attribute | Network for Good | Facebook Fundraisers |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | On request | Free |
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, Mobile-responsive | Web, iOS, Android |
| Founded | 2000 | 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 Network for Good
- Online donations
- Donor management
- Peer-to-peer campaigns
- Email marketing
- Analytics
- Stripe
- PayPal
- Salesforce
Only in Facebook Fundraisers
- Campaign creation
- Donation collection
- Social sharing
- Donation tracking
- Team fundraising
- Facebook Pages
- Messenger
Both cover
- Web support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Network for Good
- 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.
Network for Good
- Network for Good is now sold as Bonterra Network for Good, and Bonterra's own fundraising and engagement pricing page publishes no figure for it
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
Network for Good
On request- Essential$70/month
- Online donations
- Donor management
- Professional$150/month
- Peer-to-peer campaigns
- Email marketing
- Reports
Facebook Fundraisers
Free- Standard$undefined/mo
- Donation collection
- Birthday fundraisers
- Matching donations on Instagram
Which should you pick?
Choose Network for Good if
- You need online donations.
- You work on Web, Mobile-responsive.
- You also want donor 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 Network for Good or Facebook Fundraisers better?
- Neither clearly leads. Network for Good 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, Network for Good or Facebook Fundraisers?
- Facebook Fundraisers has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Network for Good and Free for Facebook Fundraisers.
- Does Network for Good or Facebook Fundraisers run on more platforms?
- Network for Good 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. Network for Good starts at On request.
- What is Network for Good best used for?
- Network for Good is most often used for business operations, productivity, automation.
- What can Network for Good do that Facebook Fundraisers cannot?
- Network for Good covers Online donations, Donor management, Peer-to-peer campaigns, Email marketing. Facebook Fundraisers covers Campaign creation, Donation collection, Social sharing, Donation tracking. Both handle Web support.
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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