GoFundMe

Raise money online quickly with a campaign

GoFundMe is the leader in free, trusted online crowdfunding and fundraising. Since 2010, we have helped people from more than 170 countries raise more than 5 billion dollars. Start or manage campaigns, interact with supporters, and discover causes you care about with the GoFundMe app – wherever you are.

Top reasons to raise money online:

Medical expenses: Whether in emergency situations or long-term care, medical expenses can wipe out a person's savings and incur debt for many years. Online fundraising to pay for medical expenses is a powerful tool that can help people avoid bankruptcy and focus on health and recovery. Many people already know that using GoFundMe for medical expenses can help pay for medications and doctor visits — and for procedures that aren't typically covered by insurance.

Animals: the presence of a pet is part of people's daily lives. Therefore, when a pet is lost, becomes ill or needs emergency surgery, the situation can disrupt the routine and leave the person worried about the future. Crowdfunding for pet expenses can ease the financial burden and help give your faithful friend the help they need, when they need it.

Funerals/Memorials: When you lose a loved one, it's difficult to still have to worry about funeral expenses. Raising money for funeral expenses helps ease financial stress during this difficult time and allows you to focus on saying goodbye and honoring your loved one's memory.

FOR CAMPAIGN ORGANIZERS

• Raise more and keep more: Keep more of the money raised online.

• Get started in minutes: Set up your online campaign with photos and videos, share it with supporters, and start accepting donations, in just a few simple steps.

• Always stay informed: activate the immediate notifications feature in the app and don't miss any donations or important updates about your campaign.

• Post updates: Record and share video updates about your campaign or charitable cause within the app, or simply post updates with text or photos to let supporters know how your campaign is progressing.

• Set up withdrawals: withdraw funds by transferring them directly to your bank account or the beneficiary's account, and receive the money in just a few days.

Popular campaigns to donate to:

Education: Education is the fastest-growing campaign category on GoFundMe, and it's no surprise – we know teachers, schools, and students can always use more support. Donate to individual campaigns that enable teachers to buy classroom materials or that help a good student attend college.

Charity Campaign: Creating a GoFundMe campaign is the best way to raise money for a charity you support. Thousands of people raise funds for 501(c)(3) nonprofits – you can support their mission and make a difference.

Emergency: When disasters or tragic events occur, people turn compassion into action, organizing campaigns to help victims and their families. In these emergency situations, you can donate to an individual campaign and make a direct and immediate impact.

FOR CAMPAIGN SUPPORTERS

• Discover campaigns online: search for people and causes that matter to you, read inspiring stories of people helping others, and donate to or share campaigns to make a difference.

• Receive updates: with the app's notifications, you won't miss any important new information or responses to your donation.

• Donate with confidence: With GoFundMe's industry-first and only donor protection guarantee, you know your donation is going to the right place.