Choosing Your Goal Amount on GiveSendGo

Setting Your Campaign Goal

When creating a campaign on GiveSendGo, your fundraising goal should reflect your actual financial need. Setting a thoughtful goal helps supporters understand what you’re raising funds for and how their gift contributes.

Set a Realistic Goal

Starting with a realistic number can help build early momentum and credibility. Choose an initial goal that feels attainable based on your situation and network. You can increase your goal later if your needs grow or you reach your original target.

Factor in Transaction Fees

While GiveSendGo does not charge platform fees, our third-party payment processor deducts a small transaction fee from each donation. When setting your goal, consider the total amount you’ll need after processing fees are applied. This will help ensure you receive the amount required for your situation.

For a full breakdown of fees, see our article Understanding Fees on GiveSendGo.

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