Fundraising for Organisations and Charities

More than 7,500 organisations trust BackaBuddy with their mission.

More than 7,500 Organisations Trust BackaBuddy With Their Fundraising Goals

Your organisation deserves a practical, trusted way to raise funds online.

BackaBuddy helps non-profits, schools, churches, sports clubs and community groups raise funds with clear campaign tools, donor-friendly payment options and support designed around trust.

Luma on the Road: A Father’s Wish, A Countrywide Journey, and a Classroom Revolution in Motion

From a father’s wish to educate his children to a 5,000km journey across South Africa, Luma Learn took quality education directly to the learners who need it most.

Frank Rautenbach Supports St Luke’s Combined Hospices’ Palliative Care Campaign

St Luke’s Combined Hospices is calling on South Africans to help provide comfort, dignity, and palliative care to over 600 vulnerable patients across the Western Cape.

From a Dying Puppy to a Lifesaving Mission: Johannesburg Couple Turns Recycling Into Rescue Work

What began with one dying puppy on a doorstep has grown into one of the East Rand’s most dedicated grassroots rescues. Today, Recycling for Animal Welfare (RAW) is asking for support to keep their lifesaving work going — and to honour the brave little dog who started it all.

Themba and the Sleep Fairy Project Helps Children Face Surgery with Courage

The Sleep Fairy Project is transforming how children experience surgery in South Africa. With a comforting storybook, a box of crayons, and powerful matched giving from Gift of the Givers, every act of kindness now supports twice as many young patients – bringing calm, dignity, and hope into public hospital wards.

Gift of the Givers Announces ‘Team Gift’, a New Global Initiative Bringing Monthly Donors Closer to the Frontlines of Aid

Gift of the Givers has launched Team Gift, a monthly giving programme powered by BackaBuddy, to provide sustainable support for life-saving humanitarian work in South Africa and beyond, ensuring rapid, ongoing response when crises strike.

Answering the Call: How Giving to SADAG Is Healing Hearts Across South Africa

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) runs 24-hour Suicide Crisis Helplines that are often the only lifeline for thousands of South Africans in distress. Through their BackaBuddy campaign, “Answer The Call for Help,” every donation helps keep these vital helplines open and ensures no cry for help goes unanswered.

R50 Can Save a Life – SADAG’s Call for Help This Men’s Mental Health Month

SADAG’s counsellors answer over 2,500 calls daily — many from men battling silent struggles. This Men’s Mental Health Month, your R50 donation can help keep their lifeline open.

Cape Town’s Beloved Kite Festival Is Back, And It’s Bringing Courage to the Skies!

The 31st Cape Town International Kite Festival returns this October, uniting families, artists, and mental health advocates under the theme #CourageToFly. Hosted by Cape Mental Health, the festival raises awareness and funds for free community mental health services across the Western Cape.

Save Guild Cottage and #GrowHope: A Call to Protect Girls’ Mental Health After Trauma

Guild Cottage in Johannesburg is a sanctuary for girls who’ve endured abuse, offering therapy, education, and love. With rising costs, this historic home needs help to continue its life-changing work. Join the #WeGrowGivers movement on BackaBuddy and help keep hope alive.

Build predictable recurring giving with Donors for Life

Nonprofits in South Africa are struggling under the pressure of shrinking international funding and unpredictable, once-off donations. 

Donors for Life, a partnership between BackaBuddy and Paysoft Impacthelps organisations build a stable base of monthly supporters through practical guidance, donor communication and BackaBuddy-backed giving tools.

Explore recurring giving programmes from Donors for Life cohort members

See how organisations are building monthly giving communities around their missions.

Live Recurring Giving Examples

Rally your tribe with high-energy fundraising events

Organised, time-sensitive campaigns help your community take action together. BackaBuddy event fundraising makes it easier to mobilise supporters, track progress and keep momentum alive.

Turn loyal supporters into active fundraisers with  peer-to-peer fundraising

Give supporters a simple way to raise funds through their own networks while keeping every campaign connected to your organisation.

Tools, tips and templates for organisations

Access practical tools, checklists and editable templates designed to help organisations communicate clearly, share campaigns and fundraise with confidence.

Looking for something specific? Search our resources.

Platform features that help you raise more for your cause

A fundraising platform built for real impact means making it easier for supporters to give, stay engaged and keep coming back.

Make Giving Simple

Remove friction and increase conversions with a seamless donation experience.

  • Accept donations via card, debit order, EFT, and PayPal
  • Offer a fast, trusted checkout experience
  • Capture both online and offline donations in one place

Build Sustainable Funding with Recurring Giving

Turn once-off donors into long-term supporters.

  • Enable monthly and recurring donations
  • Customise your recurring donation pages with your branding
  • Give donors control with self-service dashboards

Create a Better Donor Experience

Build trust and keep supporters engaged over time.

  • Donor dashboards to manage giving and track impact
  • Simple, intuitive donation flows
  • Trusted and secure payment options

Tell Your Story Powerfully

Inspire action through compelling storytelling.

  • Rich campaign pages with images and content
  • Embed videos to create emotional connection
  • Showcase your mission clearly and convincingly

Build Your Organisation’s Presence

Create a professional home for your cause.

  • Dedicated organisation landing page
  • Showcase all campaigns in one place
  • Branded donation experiences that build credibility

Keep Donors Engaged

Turn updates into ongoing support.

  • Share real-time campaign updates and milestones
  • Show impact and progress directly on your campaign pages
  • Keep supporters informed and connected

Grow Faster with More Ways to Fundraise

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Empower your supporters to raise funds on your behalf.

  • Supporter-led fundraising pages
  • Expand your reach organically

Events & Campaigns

Run flexible fundraising initiatives for any need.

  • Event-based and campaign fundraising tools
  • Live leaderboards to drive participation and competition

Built for Every Type of Organisation

No matter your mission, BackaBuddy gives you tools to raise more, manage supporters, and grow long-term impact.

Medical

Health & Medical Organisations

Whether you’re funding medical treatments, mental health initiatives, or community wellness programmes, BackaBuddy helps you tell powerful stories that inspire action and ongoing support.

    Animal Welfare

    Animal Welfare & Conservation Causes

    Raise funds for rescues, shelters, and conservation projects. Share updates and visuals that demonstrate real impact
    Activate communities that are deeply passionate about your cause

    Sports

    Sports Teams & Recreation Organisations

    Turn teams and supporters into powerful fundraisers.

    From funding tours and equipment to building facilities, engage your entire community – players, parents, and fans, in reaching your goals.

    Education

    Education & Alumni Organisations

    Empower the next generation by making it easier to fund opportunities that change lives. Raise funds for schools and youth programmes while building a community around your cause. 

      Social Welfare

      Humanitarian & Social Impact Organisations

      Respond quickly. Create lasting change. Whether you’re addressing urgent crises or long-term social challenges, BackaBuddy gives you the tools to mobilise support quickly and sustain it over time.

        Arts & Culture

        Arts, Culture & Hertitage Projects

        From funding performances to preserving heritage or supporting creative projects, BackaBuddy helps you connect audiences directly to the impact of their support.

          Ready to Grow Your Impact? No matter your cause, BackaBuddy helps you turn generosity into lasting change.

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