Give WP vs Donately:
Which is better for small nonprofits

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* Disclaimer: The comparison details on this page are based on publicly available data as of August 2025.^¹

Best fit breakdown

When Donately wins and when Give WP might

Every platform has its sweet spot. Here’s when Donately makes the most sense and when Give WP might be the better fit based on your fundraising needs and team setup.

Donately is your match if:

You want a complete fundraising platform—no plugins, themes, or third-party dependencies.

Your team isn’t tied to WordPress or wants to launch giving campaigns across any CMS or site.

You prefer predictable pricing and full support without piecing together add-ons.

Give WP

Give WP might work if:

You’re already using WordPress and want to keep all fundraising directly inside your site.

You’re comfortable managing multiple plugins, updates, and add-ons for added functionality.

You have development support or in-house WordPress expertise.

WordPress-only is a hard limit

Your fundraising shouldn’t depend on your CMS

GiveWP works—if your site runs on WordPress. But when your team needs more flexibility, customization, or support, Donately gives you the full platform—no CMS required.

Give WP says...

“WordPress-native forms.”

But the reality? You’re locked into WordPress and features often require paid add-ons.

Donately says: Build beautiful forms that work anywhere—WordPress, Squarespace, Webflow, or standalone.

Give WP says...

“Extend with add-ons.”

But the reality? Recurring giving, P2P, analytics, CRM tools, and more all cost extra.

Donately says: Growth tools are built-in, not bolted on.

Give WP says...

“Flexible and customizable.”

But the reality? Customization often requires HTML, CSS, or developer help.

Donately says: Launch and brand without code.

Donately vs Give WP:
feature comparison

Fundraising platforms can look similar—until you dig in. From native integrations to transparent pricing and real support, Donately gives small teams everything upfront. Here’s how we compare:

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Give WP

Flexibility

Web-based and platform-agnostic—no dependency on WordPress or plugins.

WordPress plugin-based—requires a WP site and can be limiting for multi-channel strategies.

Customization

Full customization available on all plans

Highly customizable via WordPress—requires familiarity with plugins, shortcodes, and styling.

Usability

Modern UI and easy onboarding. Launch in hours, even without tech help.

Simple if you're familiar with WordPress; otherwise, setup may feel technical.

Support

Same-day, human-led support on all tiers.

Email/ticket-based support; priority support available on paid plans.

Integrations

Salesforce, HubSpot, Mailchimp, Webflow, Constant Contact, Zapier and more.

Many add-ons (paid or free) required for integrations like CRM, email, or analytics.

Time to launch

Quick self-serve setup—no dev, no hosting required.

Requires site setup, plugin installs, and possible dev support depending on site needs.

Pricing clarity

Transparent pricing tiers, no hidden fees, not locked into annual subscriptions.

Open pricing, but real costs add up with add-ons for features like P2P, CRM, text-to-give.

Team fit

Great for lean teams or marketers focused on fundraising over tech stack.

Best for orgs already using WordPress with technical resources in-house or outsourced.

Top goal

Simplify and scale fundraising fast—no plugins, no patchwork.

Create customizable donation forms embedded in a WordPress site.

For $10,000 monthly donation volume

You save: $0–$500+ per month with Donately*

GiveWP is low-cost—but requires WordPress, plug-in management, and ongoing dev time. Donately is fully hosted, ready-to-go, and scales with your team with dev assistance available whenever you need it.

All features. No surprises.

Give WP

Only works with WordPress.

Platform fees

$0–400
(0%- 4%)

Core: $0 (Free)
Plus Plan: $25/mo
Pro Plan: $40/mo
Add-ons vary widely

Processing fees

$220–290/month
Stripe (2.2–2.9% + $0.30)

$220–290/month
(via Stripe or PayPal, similar rates)

Subscription fees

$0–$99/month depending on plan

~$25–$41/month
(billed at $299–$499/year depending on plan)

Setup/Onboarding

Not disclosed

Peer-to-Peer/Add-ons

Included
(team fundraising, insights, texting, integrations)

Add-ons like Recurring Donations, P2P, CRM integrations cost extra (unless on Pro Plus)

Technical complexity

Easy setup, no-code needed

Requires WordPress setup, hosting, plugins, and tech maintenance

Total monthly

$220–$789 /month

$245-$370+ /month
(excluding add-ons, developer time, or self-hosting costs)

Ask yourself before choosing Give WP

If not, Donately offers a fully hosted, all-in-one platform that works out of the box—no maintenance required.

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Do you have the WordPress expertise—or developer support—needed to manage plugins and updates?

Are you okay paying separately for core tools like recurring donations or peer-to-peer fundraising?

Can you afford potential downtime or compatibility issues during a major campaign?

Why nonprofits choose Donately instead

Donately offers branded peer-to-peer, recurring, and text-to-donate campaigns with extensive integrations (HubSpot, Webflow, Zapier, etc.), human support during business hours, and transparent pricing without feature paywalls or hidden costs.

Built for fundraising, not just WordPress

You’re not limited to a CMS or locked into plugin maintenance.

Everything included

No hidden add-ons. Recurring giving, team fundraising, and real insights are built-in.

Campaigns that convert

Designed for modern donors, mobile-ready, and customizable in minutes.

Real support, not forums

Real human support during business hours, with AI assistance available 24/7.

Scales without add-on fatigue

From solo fundraisers to scaling teams, Donately meets you where you are.

Donately vs Give WP — frequently asked questions

Is GiveWP really free?

Yes, for basic donation forms. But most tools—like recurring giving, analytics, or peer-to-peer—require paid add-ons, often bundled in a Plus or Pro plan.

Does Donately work with WordPress too?

Absolutely. Donately forms and pages can be embedded into WordPress just like any other site—but you don’t need to run your site on WordPress to use Donately.

Do I need a developer for GiveWP?

Not always, but many teams need help configuring themes, templates, shortcodes, or troubleshooting plugin conflicts. Donately is more plug-and-play.

Can I scale my nonprofit’s fundraising on GiveWP?

Only if you’re committed to staying within WordPress. Donately gives you room to scale across platforms, campaigns, and tools without plugin overload.

What kind of customer support does Donately provide?

Donately offers real human support during business hours with fast response times, plus 24/7 AI assistance for immediate help. Unlike platforms that rely solely on ticket systems or chatbots, you can speak with knowledgeable support staff when you need assistance.

Has GiveWP had serious security vulnerabilities that could compromise donor data?

While GiveWP has addressed past security issues through regular updates and improved data sanitization, the team actively maintains the plugin with frequent security enhancements and comprehensive support.

Does Donately's lack of WordPress integration limit website customization compared to GiveWP?

Donately operates as a standalone platform providing better security and stability without WordPress dependencies, while embeddable forms integrate seamlessly into any website platform.

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