At DonorAtlas, we’re obviously big fans of innovation in fundraising; but we’re not the only ones doing it! Here are some of our favorite tools we’ve seen fundraisers and researchers see success with recently.

Campaign Management

• Givebutter (2016)
  

  A campaign and event platform with built-in CRM, team fundraising, and live event features—funded by optional donor tips instead of fees.

  Why we like it: Combines P2P, livestream giving, and events in one lightweight system, making it easier for younger orgs to launch campaigns quickly.

• RallyUp (2016)
  

  A campaign engine built for raffles, auctions, sweepstakes, and prize-driven donor engagement.

  Why we like it: It turns gamified giving into real relationship opportunities.

• Tiltify (2015)
  

  A livestream-focused fundraising platform for creators, gamers, and event-based fundraising.

  Why we like it: It taps into audiences traditional campaigns miss. If you want your next fundraiser to be an online stream rather than a gala, this is where you start.

Emerging CRMs

• Virtuous (2013)
  

  “Responsive fundraising” CRM with automation baked in.

  Why we like it: Gives mid-sized fundraising shops the superpowers of automation without the bloat of legacy systems.

• Funraise (2016)
  

  Fundraising-first CRM blending donations, events, and donor data.

  Why we like it: Campaigns and relationship tracking in one tool built by ex-fundraisers. And we love the name.

• CueBox (2019)
  

  CRM + ticketing for arts and cultural orgs, merging patrons, donors, and marketing.

  Why we like it: There are no silos between ticket buyers and donors; cultivation and fundraising are in one clean view.

Donor-Facing Tools

• FundraiseUp (2017)
  

  AI-driven donation checkout with smart asks and modern payment options.

  Why we like it: Lifts conversion and average gift size by making checkout seamless.

• Storyraise (2020)
  

  Interactive digital reports and impact pages with embedded giving.

  Why we like it: Turns static PDFs into stories donors read, share, and act on.

• Pledge (2018)
  

  Embedded donations for Zoom, Instagram Live, TikTok, and more.

  Why we like it: Lets donors give in the exact moment of inspiration, inside the modern apps they already use.

Alumni and Network Engagement

• AlmaConnect (2015)
  

  A dynamic alumni networking platform with live directories, messaging, and auto-updating member activity.

  Why we like it: Keeps alumni communities alive, surfacing real-time updates so outreach lands on relevant, fresh connections.

• Unibuddy (2015)
  

  EdTech platform that connects prospective students with alumni via chat, community, and events.

  Why we like it: Great at building long-term affinity early; alumni become peer guides before they’