Unlimited trigger words on local, toll-free, or short code numbers. Donors text a keyword and get a donation link instantly.
Trusted by 15,000+ nonprofitsPCI-compliant payments
Raise more money. Spend less doing it.
One platform for auctions, text-to-give, donor management, and SMS/email outreach. Onboard fast and start collecting donations the same day.
Free Essential plan available - no annual fee.
Trusted by nonprofits nationwide
Roadrunner Food BankFriends of Franklin ParksHabitat for Humanity
15,000+Nonprofits served
$41,000+Record auction raised by one org
2.5%Lowest processing fee + $0.30
4Plans including a free tier
Features
Everything you need to fund your mission
From auctions to text-to-give, Snowball covers the full fundraising lifecycle.
Text-to-Give
Unlimited trigger words on local, toll-free, or short code numbers. Donors text a keyword and get a donation link instantly.
Auctions
Fast setup, easy bidding, and quick payments. Unlimited items and bidders with lower processing fees than traditional platforms.
Event Ticketing
Paid and free tickets with capacity limits and automatic receipts. Sell out your next gala or fun run without extra tools.
Supporter Management
Bulk import supporters, track contribution history, add notes, and export data. CSV migration tools make switching easy.
SMS & Email Blasts
Segment supporter lists and send targeted updates, stories, and calls-to-action. Thousands of messages included with annual refills.
Reporting & Insights
Consolidated donation tracking and progress charts. See exactly where your money comes from and where to focus next.
Versus the old way
Snowball vs. other fundraising platforms
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Free plan with no annual fee+×
Unlimited fundraising campaigns+×
Unlimited text-to-give trigger words+×
Unlimited admin users on all plans+×
SMS and email blasts included+×
Donors can cover processing fees+×
Automatic bank transfers+×
Process
From signup to first donation in record time
Start fast and see the difference within weeks.
Create your account
Pick a plan - the free Essential tier has no annual fee. Set up your Stripe merchant account for PCI-compliant payments.
Build your campaign
Customize donation pages with your branding. Launch auctions, ticketing, or text-to-give campaigns in minutes.
Engage your donors
Import existing supporters via CSV. Send SMS and email blasts to segmented lists to drive donations and stay connected.
Collect and track
Donations process securely with automatic bank transfers. Monitor progress with consolidated reports and real-time alerts.
Results
Nonprofits raising more with Snowball
“We raised over $41,000 through the silent auction, which was record-setting for our organization.”
“Snowball allows us to raise more and spend less. It offers unlimited items and bidders with a smaller processing fee. We literally couldn't have met our event revenue goal if not for Snowball.”
Packages
Plans that scale with your mission
No hidden fees. Donors can cover processing fees on any plan.
Essential
Freeno annual fee
Everything to start fundraising today.
- + 4.5% + $0.30 per transaction
- + Supporter management and engagement tools
- + Bulk uploads and recurring donations
- + Custom branding and reporting
- + Unlimited admin users
- + Mobile-friendly donations and widgets
Premium
$549per year
Unlimited campaigns and text-to-give.
- + 2.5% + $0.30 per transaction
- + Unlimited fundraising campaigns
- + Unlimited text-to-give
- + Customizable donation pages
- + Fundraising thermometers
- + Snowball CRM access
Professional
$849per year
Advanced outreach with higher message limits.
- + All Premium features
- + Email and SMS blasts with higher limits
- + 50,000 extra emails for $250 if needed
- + 3,000 extra SMS for $150 if needed
- + Annual message refills included
Enterprise
$999+per year
For larger organizations with advanced needs.
- + All Professional features
- + Custom configurations
- + Priority support
- + Advanced reporting and tools
FAQ
Common questions
How do I receive funds raised via Snowball?+
Complete the Merchant & Deposit Settings by creating a Merchant Account linked to Stripe. After validation, deposits activate and your first deposit arrives 2-3 business days later. The payout schedule is posted in your Merchant & Deposit Settings.
What is text-to-give and how does it work?+
Supporters text a unique Snowball number with a keyword (trigger word) to receive a link to a donation page. Each trigger word maps to a specific campaign. Available on Premium, Professional, and Enterprise plans.
Are there any hidden fees?+
No. Snowball charges only the annual plan fee and per-transaction credit card processing fees. There are no additional platform fees, penalties, or hidden charges.
What features are included in all plans?+
All plans include supporter management, bulk uploads, recurring donations, donor fee-cover option, custom branding, training and support, reporting, unlimited admin users, donation alerts, incomplete donation reminders, automatic deposits, mobile-friendly donations, website widgets, and social media sharing.
How does Snowball handle donor data migration?+
Snowball provides CSV-based upload tools to easily migrate existing supporters and past transactions to the platform.
What support is available?+
Snowball offers training through documentation and live online sessions, plus ongoing customer support.
Move forward
Ready to raise more for your cause?
Book a call with our team and see how Snowball fits your nonprofit.
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