Side by side
Action Network vs Givingtech
Both stand on nonprofit email marketing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
Action Network brings campaign publishing, supporter communications, event management, and fundraising together for progressive organizing. Review the usage-based email charges and mobile add-on before choosing a plan.
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Free plan APIWeb
Givingtech combines donor records, fundraising campaigns, donation processing, and email marketing in a free platform plan. Organizations should account for the listed transaction fees when budgeting for donations.
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| Action Network | Givingtech | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | No |
| Runs on | API, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | GivingGlobal Starter: £700 a year |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | actionnetwork.org | givingtech.org |
| On nonprofit email marketing software | #1 of 25 | #10 of 25 |
Action Network: what it does well
- Organizers can publish several types of campaigns.
- Email includes automation, targeting, and analytics.
- Event tools include ticketing and self check-in.
- Lists can be downloaded.
What to know first
- Mobile messaging is a separate add-on.
- API access is limited to paying partners.
- Email charges vary by usage on Movement and Network.
Givingtech: what it does well
- Free forever, with no monthly, setup, or per-user fees
- Donation forms support 40 currencies and recurring options
- Campaigns include peer-to-peer, auctions, and matching gifts
- GivingGlobal supports receipts in 35 countries
- Offers Zapier and API access
What to know first
- Donation transaction fees apply when raising money
- Standard platform fee is 2.9% when donors do not cover fees
- Credit-card fees start at 1.5% + 30¢ when donors do not cover them
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