Best Fundraising Platforms for NGOs in India (2026)

Why this matters right now

Daan Utsav, India's "Joy of Giving" week, is happening this week. Diwali is coming next month. This is the time of year when people in India give the most. If your NGO wants to raise money online, now is a good time to pick the right platform.

But there are many platforms, and each one works differently. Some are good for medical emergencies. Some are good for NGOs with a clear project. Some are good for collecting things like rice bags and blankets instead of money.

In this guide, we explain the most useful platforms for Indian NGOs in simple words, so you can choose the right one.

First, understand the 3 types of platforms

1. Crowdfunding platforms
You create a campaign page with your story, photos and a target amount. You share it, and people donate. Examples: Ketto, Milaap, ImpactGuru.

2. Donation marketplaces
These list many verified NGOs in one place. Donors come to the platform and choose whom to support. Examples: GiveIndia, GlobalGiving.

3. Your own donation page
You collect donations directly on your website or a payment link. You control everything, and the donor data stays with you. Examples: Razorpay Payment Pages, Danamojo, or your NGO software.

Most successful NGOs use more than one type. For example, a marketplace to reach new donors, and their own page for regular donors.

The best fundraising platforms for NGOs in India

1. GiveIndia (Give)

One of the oldest and most trusted donation platforms in India. It works only with NGOs that pass its checks.

• Best for: Registered NGOs that want trust and new donors

• Good points: Donors trust it. It supports tax-benefit receipts for donors. It also runs payroll giving with companies.

• Keep in mind: You need to go through their verification first, and it can take time.

2. Ketto

One of India's biggest crowdfunding sites. Very popular for health, education and disaster relief campaigns.

• Best for: Urgent campaigns and one-time projects

• Good points: Large donor base and strong social media sharing tools.

• Keep in mind: Ketto has different plans. Some are free, some take a percentage. Payment gateway charges and GST are extra. Check the full cost before you start.

3. Milaap

Started in 2010, Milaap is one of India's largest crowdfunding platforms. It works for medical, education, rural and community causes.

• Best for: Campaigns with a strong personal story

• Good points: Says it charges a 0% platform fee. Easy to use on mobile.

• Keep in mind: Payment processing charges still apply. Donors are also asked to give a small "tip" to the platform.

4. ImpactGuru

Mumbai-based crowdfunding platform, well known for medical fundraising. It also supports NGO campaigns.

• Best for: Medical and emergency causes

• Good points: Campaign support team and international donor reach.

• Keep in mind: Some fees can apply depending on the plan and payment method. Read the terms.

5. Donatekart

Here donors do not give money. They buy items your NGO needs, like food kits, blankets or school bags. Donatekart delivers them to you.

• Best for: NGOs that need goods, not cash

• Good points: Donors like seeing exactly what their money buys. Works very well for Diwali and winter drives.

• Keep in mind: You get items, not money. So it cannot pay salaries or rent.

6. GlobalGiving

An international platform that connects NGOs with donors from around the world.

• Best for: NGOs with FCRA registration that want foreign donors

• Good points: Global reach and training for NGOs.

• Keep in mind: You must have valid FCRA registration to receive foreign money. The vetting process is strict.

7. Crowdera

A free crowdfunding platform for nonprofits, with global reach.

• Best for: NGOs that want a simple, free campaign page

• Good points: No platform commission on donations.

• Keep in mind: Smaller donor base in India compared to Ketto or Milaap.

8. Your own donation page (Razorpay, Danamojo, or your NGO software)

Instead of a big platform, you collect donations directly.

• Best for: Regular donors, monthly giving and your website visitors

• Good points: Money comes straight to your bank account. You own the donor list. No platform fee, only gateway charges.

• Keep in mind: You have to bring donors yourself. The platform will not find them for you.

Quick comparison

How to choose the right platform

Ask yourself these 5 simple questions:

1. Do I need money or goods? If goods, try Donatekart.

2. Is it urgent? For emergencies, Ketto, Milaap or ImpactGuru work well.

3. Do I want new donors or my own donors? For new donors, use a marketplace. For your own donors, use your own page.

4. Do I have FCRA registration? Only then can you accept money from abroad through GlobalGiving.

5. What will it really cost? Add platform fee + gateway fee + GST. A "0% fee" platform is not always free.

5 tips to raise more money on any platform

• Tell one real story. One child, one family, one village. People give to people, not to big numbers.

• Use clear photos. Real photos of your work, not stock images.

• Set a small, clear goal. "₹50,000 for 100 school kits" works better than "Help education."

• Share it yourself first. Your board, staff and volunteers should donate and share on WhatsApp on day one.

• Say thank you quickly. Send a thank-you message and receipt within 24 hours.

Don't forget the paperwork

Whatever platform you use, keep your records clean:

• Make sure donors get a proper receipt with your 80G details, if you have 80G registration.

• Record every donation in your books, even if it came through a platform.

• Note down the platform fee and gateway charges separately. Your CA will need them.

• Report donations in your annual donation statement (Form 10BD) so donors get their tax benefit.

How Sevastack helps

Donations come from many places: Ketto, your website, bank transfers, cash at events. Sevastack helps you bring them all into one place. You can record every donation, send receipts, and keep your donor list in one place, so nothing gets lost and your year-end filing is easy.

Quick summary

• Use crowdfunding (Ketto, Milaap, ImpactGuru) for urgent campaigns

• Use marketplaces (GiveIndia, GlobalGiving) to find new donors

• Use Donatekart when you need goods

• Use your own page for regular donors

• Always check the full cost, not just the platform fee

• Keep records of every donation for audit and 10BD

Note: Fees and rules on these platforms can change. Please check each platform's website for the latest details before you start.