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DonorsChoose vs ImpactGuru

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

DonorsChoose

Free plan Web

DonorsChoose offers free project posting for eligible teachers, with no-minimum Essentials requests and a separate project catalog. Teachers should check the eligibility rules and project requirements before posting.

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ImpactGuru

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

ImpactGuru combines campaign creation, mobile tools, and due-diligence checks across a range of fundraising causes. The free plan does not remove the stated payment fee, and campaign approval is required.

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The facts

	DonorsChoose	ImpactGuru
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	Web	Android, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid plan	Free or on request	Assisted: $3, paid once
Plans published	2	5
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	donorschoose.org	impactguru.com
On nonprofit crowdfunding software	#6 of 22	#10 of 22

DonorsChoose: what it does well

Teachers can post projects without paying.
Essentials requests have no minimum.
Funded goods are ordered and shipped to teachers.
Projects are reviewed before posting.

What to know first

Classroom Projects require a $100 minimum.
Projects may stay posted for only up to four months.
Eligibility is limited to qualifying educators.

ImpactGuru: what it does well

Supports medical, personal, social, creative, and charitable causes.
Campaign setup can take less than five minutes.
Campaigner app is available on Android and iOS.
Supports recurring donations and card and wallet payments.
Contributions do not have to be repaid to donors.

What to know first

Campaigns must meet platform approval criteria.
All payments carry a 3% processing and donor support fee.
Additional international card and cross-border fees may apply.

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