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Generosity Works vs Givebutter
Both stand on fundraising event software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Generosity Works combines fundraising, event operations and payment features for charity evenings, with offline support and a free hosted option. Its stated audience size and lack of video streaming make it less suited to large conferences or teams needing built-in broadcast production.
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Givebutter brings campaign tools, contact management, and engagement features into one platform, with a free plan and optional Plus features. Review contact pricing and fee settings to understand the costs relevant to your organization.
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| Generosity Works | Givebutter | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | No |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Software-only annual licence: £995 a year | Givebutter Plus: $29 a month |
| Plans published | 4 | 10 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | generosityworks.co.uk | givebutter.com |
| On fundraising event software | #9 of 31 | #5 of 31 |
Generosity Works: what it does well
- Supports silent, live and sealed-bid auctions.
- On-site server works without venue Wi-Fi.
- Payments settle directly to the charity's Stripe account.
- Supports email, SMS and WhatsApp guest messages.
- Free option includes an auctioneer or host.
What to know first
- Not positioned for four-day conferences with 3,000 delegates.
- Virtual auction product does not stream or encode video.
- Standalone platform costs £995/yr.
- No free trial.
Givebutter: what it does well
- Free CRM has unlimited contacts.
- Supports auctions and peer-to-peer fundraising.
- Free mobile apps cover iOS and Android.
- Connects to 1,000+ third-party applications.
What to know first
- Plus pricing is based on contact volume.
- Turning tips off brings a 3% platform fee.
- Processing fees apply when tips are disabled.
- The mobile app requires a Givebutter account.
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