Every dollar a nonprofit raises should go to their mission — not to a platform taking a cut. We built DonorBooks to make that a reality.
Most fundraising platforms make their money by taking a percentage of every donation — typically 3–8% on top of payment processing fees. For a nonprofit raising $100,000 a year, that's up to $8,000 that never reaches the people they serve.
Some platforms add a "tip jar" — a pre-checked box that asks donors to cover platform fees. This creates friction, confusion, and erodes donor trust.
We think that's wrong. So we built DonorBooks differently.
Typical platform
5% platform fee + 2.9% processing
$92,100
you keep
DonorBooks
0% platform fee + 2.9% processing
$97,100
you keep
$5,000 more for your mission every year.
These aren't just words on a wall. They're the principles behind every product decision we make.
Every feature we build starts with one question: does this help nonprofits raise more money for the causes they serve?
No hidden fees, no tip jars, no percentage cuts. You keep 100% of every dollar your donors intend for your mission.
From signup to live campaign in under 5 minutes. Nonprofits shouldn't need a tech team to run a fundraiser.
We listen to the nonprofits we serve. Our roadmap is shaped by the organizations using DonorBooks every day.
Founded after watching a food bank lose $12,000 to platform fees in a single year.
Launched beta with 12 nonprofit partners. First $1M raised through DonorBooks.
Expanded to event ticketing, auctions, and peer-to-peer fundraising. 500+ orgs onboarded.
MVP launch. Helping nonprofits of every size keep 100% of what their donors give.
Co-Founder & CEO
Former nonprofit director who spent years frustrated by platforms that took a cut of every donation. Built DonorBooks to fix that.
Builders & Believers
A small team of engineers, designers, and nonprofit veterans who believe technology should amplify impact, not extract from it.
Start your first campaign today — no credit card required, no platform fees, ever.