Text-to-Give with unlimited trigger words
Supporters text a keyword to your unique Snowball number and get a donation link instantly. Local, toll-free, or short code numbers available.
Trusted by 15,000+ nonprofitsPCI-compliant paymentsNo hidden fees
Start fundraising in minutes, not weeks
Every tool your nonprofit needs to launch campaigns, accept donations, and engage donors - live the same day you sign up. No setup fees, no waiting.
Free Essential plan available - start today at no cost
15,000+Nonprofits onboard
4Pricing plans including a free tier
2-3 daysTo first deposit after setup
$41,000+Raised in one silent auction by Friends of Franklin Parks
What you get
Everything you need to raise more, faster
Launch campaigns, run auctions, sell event tickets, and reach donors by text and email - all from one dashboard.
Auctions with fast setup and quick payments
Run silent auctions with unlimited items and bidders. Easy bidding flow and quick payment processing get funds in fast.
Event ticketing built in
Sell paid or free tickets with capacity limits and automatic receipts. No separate ticketing platform needed.
SMS and email blasts to donors
Send timely updates, stories, and calls-to-action directly to supporter devices. Segment lists and track engagement.
Supporter management with bulk import
Import existing supporters and past transactions via CSV. Track notes, contribution history, and export data anytime.
Fundraising reports and progress charts
Consolidated donation tracking and visual progress charts keep your team informed and your board updated.
PCI-compliant payment processing
Secure payments via Stripe with automatic bank transfers. Donors can opt to cover processing fees, putting more toward your mission.
Custom branding on every page
Match donation pages, forms, and widgets to your organization's identity. Mobile-friendly by default with social sharing built in.
Side by side
Snowball vs. other fundraising platforms
SnowballOther platforms
Free plan with no annual fee+×
Unlimited fundraising campaigns+×
Unlimited text-to-give trigger words+×
Unlimited admin users on every plan+×
Auctions with unlimited items and bidders+×
No hidden platform fees or penalties+×
Donor covers processing fee option+×
Same-day onboarding with live training+×
Getting started
From sign-up to first donation in three steps
A clear path from first step to measurable outcome.
Create your account and import supporters
Sign up free, bulk-import existing donors via CSV, and set up your Stripe merchant account for automatic deposits.
Launch your first campaign
Build a customizable donation page, auction, or event with your branding. Add text-to-give keywords and website widgets.
Engage donors and track results
Send SMS and email blasts to segmented lists, monitor progress with reports, and watch deposits arrive automatically.
Trusted by nonprofits driving real impact
Roadrunner Food BankFriends of Franklin ParksHabitat for Humanity
Packages
Plans that scale with your mission
No hidden fees. Donors can cover processing fees on every plan. Unlimited admin users included.
Essential
Freeno annual fee
Everything you need to start fundraising today with no upfront cost.
- + 4.5% + $0.30 per transaction
- + Supporter management and engagement tools
- + Bulk uploads and recurring donations
- + Custom branding and reporting
- + Unlimited admin users
- + Donation alerts and reminders
- + Automatic deposits and mobile-friendly pages
- + Website widgets and social sharing
Premium
$549per year
Unlimited campaigns and text-to-give for growing nonprofits.
- + 2.5% + $0.30 per transaction
- + Unlimited fundraising campaigns
- + Unlimited text-to-give
- + Customizable donation pages
- + Fundraising thermometers
- + Snowball CRM access
- + Thousands of email and SMS blasts included
Professional
$849per year
Advanced outreach with higher email and SMS message limits.
- + All Premium features included
- + Higher email blast limits
- + Higher SMS blast limits
- + Segmented supporter lists
- + Custom QR codes
Enterprise
$999+per year
Built for larger organizations with advanced needs.
- + All Professional features included
- + Advanced customization options
- + Priority support
- + Designed for high-volume fundraising
What teams see
Nonprofits raising more with Snowball
“We raised over $41,000 through the silent auction, which was record-setting for our organization.”
“Snowball allows us to raise more and spend less. It offers unlimited items and bidders with a smaller processing fee. We literally couldn't have met our event revenue goal if not for Snowball.”
Questions
Questions nonprofits ask before getting started
How quickly can I start receiving donations?+
Sign up, complete your Merchant and Deposit Settings by linking a Stripe account, and deposits activate after validation. Your first deposit typically arrives 2-3 business days later.
Are there any hidden fees beyond the plan price?+
No. Snowball charges only the annual plan fee and per-transaction credit card processing fees. There are no additional platform fees, penalties, or hidden charges.
Can I migrate my existing donor data?+
Yes. Snowball provides CSV-based upload tools to import existing supporters and past transactions quickly.
What is text-to-give and how does it work?+
Supporters text a unique Snowball number with a keyword (trigger word) and receive a link to your donation page. Each trigger word maps to a specific campaign. Available on Premium, Professional, and Enterprise plans.
What support and training is included?+
All plans include documentation, live online training sessions, and ongoing customer support.
Can donors cover the processing fees?+
Yes. Every plan includes a donor option to cover processing fees, so more of each gift goes directly to your cause.
Next step
Ready to raise more starting today?
Book a quick call with our team and we will help you pick the right plan and get your first campaign live fast.
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