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More than $50 million is raised every week on GoFundMe.\*
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Get started in just a few minutes — with helpful new tools, it's easier than ever to pick the perfect title, write a compelling story, and share it with the world.
* No fee to start fundraising
* 1 donation made every second
* 8K+ fundraisers started daily
Fundraising on GoFundMe is easy, powerful, and trusted
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1. ### Use our tools to create your fundraiser
You'll be guided by prompts to add fundraiser details and set your goal. Make updates anytime.
Get tips for [starting your fundraiser](/start).
2. ### Reach donors by sharing
Share your fundraiser link and use the resources in your dashboard to gain momentum.
3. ### Securely receive funds
Add your bank information, or invite your fundraiser beneficiary to add theirs, and start receiving funds.
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$3,190 raised
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Assist Nate's Family in Their Time of Need
$525 raised
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On January 29, many people were killed after a helicopter collided with a plane in Washington, DC. You can help the families affected by the tragedy
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### Fundraising FAQs: Israel/Gaza
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**New**
### GoFundMe Profiles
Learn more
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Fundraising on GoFundMe is easy, powerful, and trusted.
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Get what you need to help your fundraiser succeed on GoFundMe, whether you’re raising money for yourself, friends, family, or charity. With no fee to start, GoFundMe is the world’s leading [crowdfunding](/c/crowdfunding) platform—from [memorial](/start/funeral-fundraising) tributes and funerals to [medical](/start/medical-fundraising) emergencies and [nonprofits](/start/charity-fundraising). Whenever you need help, you can ask here.
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GoFundMe is a trusted leader in online fundraising. With [simple pricing](/c/pricing#US) and a team of [Trust & Safety](/c/safety) experts in your corner, you can raise money or make a donation with peace of mind.
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Fundraise for anyone
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### Yourself
Funds are delivered to your bank account for your own use
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### Friends and family
You’ll invite a beneficiary to receive funds or distribute them yourself
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### Charity
Funds are delivered to your chosen nonprofit for you
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\*Statistics on this page are averaged figures based on 2023–2024 GoFundMe data.