You want to keep 100% of every donation
The donor-paid model means your organization receives the full gift amount. No deductions, no reconciliation surprises.
Comparison
HometownLift vs Snap Raise
Both platforms serve youth sports fundraising. The biggest difference is the fee model: HometownLift shifts fees to donors so organizations keep 100%, while Snap Raise deducts from the donation before payout.
Side by side
How the platforms compare
CategoryHometownLiftSnap Raise
Fee modelDonor-paid. 5% + processing added to donor total. Organization keeps 100%.Org-deducted. A percentage is deducted from donations before payout.
What the org receivesThe full gift amount on every donation.A reduced amount after the platform takes its cut.
Personal athlete pagesEvery athlete gets a personal page with photo, story, QR code, and unique share link.Athlete-level pages may be available depending on the plan.
Pledge fundraisersBuilt-in pledge support for walk-a-thons, read-a-thons, and per-unit events with auto payment collection.Focus is primarily on direct donation campaigns.
Event-day storeCashless concessions, merch, and ticket sales with QR ordering and volunteer fulfillment.Not a core feature.
Payout timingDirect to your Stripe-connected bank account on Stripe's standard schedule.Payout timing and method varies.
Setup costNo subscription. No setup fee. No monthly charge.Check their current pricing for setup and ongoing costs.
Admin controlsDirector and coach roles with permission boundaries. Coaches see their team only.Admin tools and role structure varies by plan.
Snap Raise features and pricing are described based on publicly available information and may change. Check their site for current details.
When to choose HometownLift
HometownLift is a better fit when
You want personal athlete pages
Every athlete gets a unique page with their name, photo, QR code, and share link built into every campaign.
You run events alongside campaigns
The event-day store handles cashless concessions, merch, and ticket sales in the same platform.
You want no subscription or setup fee
There is nothing to pay unless donors give. The platform fee is collected from donors at checkout.
When Snap Raise might be a better fit
Consider Snap Raise when
You want a more established brand
Snap Raise has been in the market longer and has wider recognition among youth sports programs.
You prefer their specific feature set
If your program needs features specific to Snap Raise, check their current offerings to see if they match your needs.
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