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Bloomerang vs CanadaHelps Digital Software

Both stand on nonprofit payment processing software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Bloomerang

Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+1

Choose Bloomerang if your nonprofit needs fundraising, donor management, and volunteer workflows together, with mobile apps and listed payment options. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or do not want Fundraising bundled with CRM.

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CanadaHelps Digital Software

Paid Web

CanadaHelps Digital Software covers donation collection, events, peer fundraising, receipts, and reporting in one web suite. Its transaction-based fees and Canadian focus are important considerations for prospective charities.

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The facts

BloomerangCanadaHelps Digital Software
Free planNoNot published
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onAndroid, API, iPhone, WebWeb
Lowest paid planBloomerang Fundraising: $40 a monthDonor Management System: C$389 a month
Plans published47
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitebloomerang.comforcharities.canadahelps.org
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Bloomerang: what it does well

  • Combines fundraising, CRM, and volunteer engagement.
  • Supports events, auctions, text, and peer-to-peer fundraising.
  • CRM includes predictive giving insights and supporter journeys.
  • Volunteer tools include screening and attendance tracking.
  • Lists phone, email, and live chat support.

What to know first

  • Fundraising at $40 a month requires a CRM bundle.
  • No free plan is offered.
  • Bloomerang says it does not currently have a bug bounty program.

CanadaHelps Digital Software: what it does well

  • Unlimited branded donation forms
  • Supports recurring, event, and peer-to-peer fundraising
  • Automatic CRA-compliant tax receipts
  • Weekly deposits and real-time donor reports
  • Bilingual phone and email support

What to know first

  • Built exclusively for Canadian charities
  • Transaction fees apply to listed donation activities
  • DMS pricing above 15,000 contacts requires a custom quote

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