How GoFundMe Works

Helping each other is human nature. And GoFundMe brings people together to find the support they need, when they need it.
Whether you're fundraising for yourself, someone else, a pet, a business, or a nonprofit, you can set up a fundraiser and start raising money in a few, simple steps:
First, set a goal amount. Name your fundraiser. Pick a photo or video.
And describe why you're fundraising and how donations will make a difference. Everything can be edited later.
After publishing your fundraiser, it's time to spread the word to as many people as possible. We'll guide you through sharing via social media…
Emails… Texts… And with your local community. You can even fundraise as a group. Add friends, family, or coworkers to help you manage the fundraiser and share to a wider audience.
As people learn about your fundraiser, they can visit to make a secure online donation. Connect your own bank account... Or send an invitation to someone else so they can receive the money. Donations are sent out daily and arrive within a few days to the connected bank account. If you raise money for a nonprofit, donations will be delivered to them directly.
When fundraising on GoFundMe, you're never alone.
We're here for you every step of the way with resources and 24/7 customer support. Your fundraiser matters. And we believe in you.
Start your GoFundMe today: gfme.co/create