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Shareathon vs Txt2Give

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

Shareathon

Free plan Web

Shareathon combines participant-shared fundraising links with tracking, receipts, and optional rewards. Organizations should account for the 80/10/10 donation split and the stated payout timeline.

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Txt2Give

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

Txt2Give offers text-based giving, recurring schedules, and tools for managing donation activity. Compare the donor-tip or per-gift charges and Stripe processing fees when choosing a plan.

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The facts

ShareathonTxt2Give
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNot publishedNot published
Runs onWebAndroid, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid planFree or on requestFlat Rate Plan: $25 a month
Plans published12
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websiteshareathon.comtxt2give.co
On nonprofit fundraising software#24 of 48#20 of 48

Shareathon: what it does well

  • Free to start, with no setup or monthly fee.
  • Links can be shared by text, email, social media, or QR code.
  • Includes live donation tracking and automatic donor tax receipts.
  • Payouts typically settle within 2–7 business days.
  • The company says it never sells personal information.

What to know first

  • The organization receives 80% of donations.
  • Donors cover card-processing fees at checkout.
  • Referral attribution is limited to one level.

Txt2Give: what it does well

  • Donors give through built-in messaging without an app or account.
  • Recurring gifts support four scheduling options.
  • Includes a branded giving page and real-time dashboard.
  • Supports English, French, and Spanish.
  • Free plan is available.

What to know first

  • Free plan prompts donors for tips of 15%, then 5%.
  • Flat Rate Plan costs $25 a month plus 1%.
  • Both plans also incur Stripe processing fees.
  • Push messaging has separate pricing and requires regulatory approval.

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