Head-to-head · Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Software
GiveSignup vs 99Pledges
GiveSignup leads on 0 checks, 99Pledges on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreGiveSignup · 9.0/10
- Free planboth
- Most featuresGiveSignup · 5 of 5
GiveSignup scores higher on our rubric for peer-to-peer fundraising software: 9.0 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #7.
GiveSignup is the better fit for free event-driven nonprofit fundraising. 99Pledges is the better fit for schools and groups needing simple free P2P tools.
- GiveSignup fits best
Free event-driven nonprofit fundraising
- 99Pledges fits best
Schools and groups needing simple free P2P tools
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Side by side
| Feature | GiveSignup 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | 99Pledges 8.7/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.7 |
| Ranking | #4 in Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Software | #7 in Peer-to-Peer Fundraising Software |
| Best for | Free event-driven nonprofit fundraising | Schools and groups needing simple free P2P tools |
| Pricing model | Free | Free |
| Starting price | Free plan | Free |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Tickets, Phone | Email, Live chat, Phone, Docs |
| Compliance | PCI DSS | PCI DSS |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Small business, Mid-market |
| Features GiveSignup 5/5 · 99Pledges 4/5 | ||
| Fundraising page builder | ✓ | ✓ |
| Team fundraising | ✓ | ✓ |
| Event registration | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Sponsor tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Social sharing | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Fundraiser limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | GiveSignup is a peer-to-peer fundraising and event platform for nonprofit organizations running campaigns alongside events. It brings together individual fundraising pages, team pages, event registration, donations, participant management,… Read the review → |
99Pledges is an online peer-to-peer fundraising platform for schools, sports teams, youth organizations, and nonprofits running a-thon and similar campaigns. Organizers can create group or individual fundraisers, give participants personal… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
GiveSignup — where it wins
- Free platform with no subscription or monthly plan
- Combines individual, team, event, donation, and volunteer tools
- Integrates with Salesforce, Zapier, Mailchimp, and more
Where it doesn't
- Transaction processing fees apply to donations and events
- Its strongest fit is fundraising tied to events
- Advanced needs may require integrations through the open API
99Pledges — where it wins
- No startup costs, platform fees, contracts, or subscriptions
- Supports activity-based pledges, participant pages, and group fundraisers
- Tracks online, cash, and check donations with reports and leaderboards
Where it doesn't
- Organizations generally need to be located in the United States
- Available as a web platform rather than a broader app ecosystem
- Focused on P2P campaigns instead of wider fundraising workflows
- GiveSignup9.0/10 · Free plan
A free, event-focused platform combining fundraising, registration, communications, and event tools.
Visit GiveSignupFull verdict → - 99Pledges8.7/10 · Free plan
A focused, free P2P fundraising platform for schools and youth groups.
Visit 99PledgesFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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