Start a Faith Fundraiser

You can start a GoFundMe to help fund programs, community outreach, building improvements, and more within your place of worship.

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How to Start a GoFundMe

Step 1

Our tools help create your fundraiser

Click the ‘Start a GoFundMe’ button and answer a few questions to get started. You’ll add your fundraiser details and set your goal, but can always adjust these anytime.

Step 2

Share your fundraiser link to reach donors

Once live, share your fundraiser link with friends and family to start gaining momentum. You’ll also find helpful resources for running your fundraiser in your GoFundMe dashboard.

Step 3

Securely receive the funds you raise

Add your bank information to securely start receiving funds or invite your intended recipient to add theirs. You don’t need to reach your fundraising goal to receive your money.

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Tips for your faith fundraiser on GoFundMe

Share the mission

Clearly outline the “why” and what the funds will be used for, whether it’s for building a church, supporting missionary work for a specific trip, or funding a community outreach program. This will help donors know where their dollar is going, and can follow along with the progress.

Use the team functionality

Once you create your fundraiser, you can share in the upkeep by adding trusted colleagues, friends, or members of your congregation as team members. Try assigning responsibilities like thanking donors, adding or posting updates, and regularly sharing.

Think digitally

If you utilize bulletins, newsletters, or slideshows, you can make it easy for people to donate by adding a scannable QR code wherever they might see.

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Questions about fundraising on GoFundMe

How much of the money raised goes to my cause?

One small transaction fee (2.9% + $0.30) is automatically deducted per donation—that’s it. Everything else goes directly to your cause. For more information and to estimate what you will receive, check out the GoFundMe pricing calculator.

How do I add team members to my GoFundMe?

If you are fundraising with members of your congregation, adding team members can be a great way to help reach your goal. You can add team members to help you run the fundraiser after the fundraiser is set up. Visit this tips article for advice on using team members help your GoFundMe reach its goal.

How long will it take to receive the money raised?

The process of setting up and verifying transfers can take 3-7 business days or longer to complete. Then, once your first transfer is sent, it will take on average 2-5 business days for the funds to safely be deposited into the bank account on file.

Can I adjust my goal?

Yes, you can raise (or lower) your fundraiser goal at anytime in your GoFundMe dashboard.

Why start a faith fundraiser on GoFundMe?

Starting a GoFundMe for a faith-based financial need can be a powerful way to rally support from a broad community, leveraging the compassion and generosity of people who care about your cause. It allows for an accessible platform to clearly communicate your story and needs, making it easy for donors to contribute and stay connected from around the world. This can be especially important for urgent or unexpected expenses that exceed the immediate resources of your faith community. By providing regular updates and detailed financial reports, you maintain transparency, building trust and ensuring donors feel connected to the impact of their contributions. Join the thousands who have started a GoFundMe for their faith-based cause.

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