Fundraising Software Fees Are Out of Control — Here’s How We’re Changing That

Published by Suzi Boyle Giving • April 2025

Every dollar donated to your organization should support your mission — not disappear into hidden fees.

But in 2024, nonprofits like yours collectively lost over $1.43 billion to fundraising software and transaction fees. And most people didn’t even know it was happening.

At Suzi Boyle Giving, we believe nonprofits deserve better. That’s why we created a Technology Grant that helps mission-driven organizations like yours keep more of what you raise — with no platform fees, ever.

This isn’t just about better software. It’s about a movement to empower givers, eliminate outdated systems, and make every dollar go further.

What Do Fundraising Software Fees Really Cost Nonprofits?

Here’s what the typical nonprofit paid in 2024 just to process online donations and run fundraising events:

1.99% + $0.49 per donation in transaction fees (PayPal, Stripe, etc.)
Up to 2.95% in platform fees just to use fundraising tools
Monthly subscriptions or “tipping” pressure on donors
Time lost to manual data entry and outdated paper-based workflows

Even “free” platforms often come with hidden costs — from confusing donor fees to limited functionality that prevents organizations from growing.

💡 According to recent market data, the nonprofit fundraising software industry is now worth over $4.4 billion globally. That money should be serving communities — not lining the pockets of tech firms.

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“Is This Just Another Software Pitch?” No — It’s a Movement.

We hear this all the time:
“Is this grant just a way to push a platform?”

The short answer? Absolutely not.

We created the Suzi Boyle Technology Grant because we’ve been in the nonprofit trenches. We’ve planned the events. We’ve processed donations by hand. We’ve watched bloated software companies take thousands of dollars in fees while programs were underfunded.

“We don’t want a financial burden to be the reason organizations don’t have access to newer, more efficient software. Our goal is to empower more givers to make a change — and on a large scale, this is how we do it.”
— Suzi Boyle, Founder

There are no commissions, no behind-the-scenes profits, and no requirements to stay long-term. Just access to better, vetted fundraising tools through a grant-funded platform — so you can raise more and keep more.

Why Paper-Based Fundraising Is Holding You Back

Many nonprofits still rely on paper donation forms, mailed checks, manual spreadsheets, and physical auctions. We understand why — change is hard, especially with limited capacity.

But here’s what you’re really losing:

Fewer conversions: Online giving is 2–3x faster for donors
Wasted hours: Manual data entry eats up staff and volunteer time
Lost revenue: Auction item tracking errors and slow checkout = unclaimed dollars

By upgrading to modern tools through the Suzi Boyle Technology Grant, you don’t just get features — you gain freedom to grow.
You get mobile giving, automated auctions, QR code check-in, ticketing, sponsor packages, and more — without paying thousands in software fees.

Suzi’s Why

Suzi Boyle has spent decades working inside and alongside nonprofits — from small town fundraisers to national impact campaigns. She’s seen the systemic roadblocks that stand between great organizations and their ability to thrive.

She created this grant because she knew there had to be a better way — a way to support nonprofits not just with words, but with the tools they need to operate with excellence.

“We want to put dollars back into communities, not into software companies. This grant is about empowering the nonprofit sector to do what it does best: help others — with no financial friction.”

Join the Movement: Keep More. Do More. Scale Your Mission.

If you’re a nonprofit leader, fundraiser, or board member, we invite you to:

✅ Apply for the Suzi Boyle Technology Grant
✅ Book a short tour (no commitment required)
✅ Get access to tools that save time and money
✅ Eliminate platform fees for good

This isn’t just about software — it’s about scaling your mission and bringing more hope, faster.

🎯 Click here to apply or learn more

Need help or have questions?
📧 Email: grants@suziboylegiving.com
📞 Call: (208) 907-8888
📍 Address: 770 S 13th St #9125, Boise, ID 83708

Fundraising Software Fees Are Out of Control: What Every Nonprofit Should Know