Clear, independent tech recommendations for nonprofits. Continuously researched.
Nonprofits are routinely asked to do more with less. Every dollar spent on the wrong tool is a dollar not spent on mission. Every week lost to a confusing platform is a week that could have gone to programs, outreach, or fundraising.
The problem is not a lack of options. There are hundreds of tools marketed to nonprofits. The problem is knowing which ones actually work for organizations your size, at a price you can sustain, with the support you need.
We research tools the way a thoughtful colleague would: by looking at real pricing, checking for nonprofit discounts, testing workflows, and comparing alternatives at every budget level.
We publish our recommendations openly. We don’t accept sponsorships or affiliate payments from the tools we review. When a recommendation changes, we explain why.
We organize recommendations by the work nonprofits actually do: fundraising, grants, email, programs, finance, and more.
Each category includes a Best Overall, Best Free, and Best Budget pick with readable rationale for why we chose it.
Prices shift, discounts appear, tools evolve. Pro members get notified when our picks update so decisions stay current.
Each area has its own set of reviewed tools and top picks.
Email & Writing
Tools for email marketing, newsletters, donor communications, and writing assistance. Find the right platform to reach your supporters without overspending.
Calendar & Productivity
Scheduling, project management, and team productivity tools built for small teams. Stay organized without the complexity of enterprise software.
Communications & Design
Graphic design, social media management, and visual communication tools. Create professional materials on a nonprofit budget.
Fundraising & Donors
Donor management, online giving, peer-to-peer fundraising, and CRM solutions. Manage relationships and grow revenue sustainably.
Grants & Compliance
Grant management, compliance tracking, proposal writing, and reporting tools. Streamline the full grant lifecycle from prospect to close-out.
Programs, Outcomes & Reporting
Program management, outcomes tracking, impact measurement, and report writing tools. Demonstrate your impact with clear, evidence-based reporting.
Volunteers & Engagement
Volunteer management, event coordination, and community engagement platforms. Recruit, schedule, and retain volunteers efficiently.
Finance & Administration
Accounting, payroll, HR, and administrative tools designed for nonprofit financial management. Stay compliant and audit-ready.
AI Assistants
Cross-functional AI tools that help with writing, analysis, research, and automation. Leverage AI responsibly to multiply your small team's capacity.
For teams who want deeper guidance
Last updated: February 2026
