The largest donation crowdfunding platform for personal causes, emergencies, and community projects. No platform fee - fundraisers keep donations minus payment processing.
GoFundMe is a donation crowdfunding platform where anyone can register to start earning, and the work can be done remotely. Fees are 0% platform fee, payment processing applies and you can withdraw via Bank transfer. Founded in 2010, GoFundMe is based in San Francisco, California, United States. It is available in 19+ countries.
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What people actually earn on GoFundMe
Figures published by GoFundMe or by independent studies and surveys, as dated. Individual earnings vary widely.
Can I join GoFundMe?
People in 20 countries
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States
The fundraiser must be created in one of 20 supported countries and the person withdrawing must meet that country's rules, or money is refunded.
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How GoFundMe compares
- GoFundMe takes no commission from what you earn — 4 of the 15 crowdfunding platforms we track are free to earn on.
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Is GoFundMe legit?
GoFundMe is a real, operating platform. What we could verify:
- Operating since 2010 (16 years)
- Headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States
- Has a Wikipedia article
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Guides
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Frequently asked questions
How much does GoFundMe charge?
GoFundMe fees: 0% platform fee, payment processing applies. It takes no commission, so apart from payment-processing or withdrawal costs you keep what you earn.
How do you get paid on GoFundMe?
GoFundMe pays out via Bank transfer.
Which countries is GoFundMe available in?
19+ countries.
How much do people earn on GoFundMe?
GoFundMe says $40 billion has been raised through its platform since 2010 by fundraisers helping people and causes. Individual earnings vary widely.
Is GoFundMe legit?
Yes, GoFundMe is a real, operating platform: operating since 2010 (16 years), headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States and has a Wikipedia article. As with any platform, check its current terms before relying on it for income.
What are the best GoFundMe alternatives?
Similar platforms include Kickstarter, Crowdcube, Kiva and Indiegogo. Compare their fees and payouts in the alternatives section below.
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