### Contents - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) # Vertical Industry Software Resources ##### Discussions to expand your knowledge on Vertical Industry Software Resource pages are designed to give you a cross-section of information we have on specific categories. You'll find [discussions](#resources-discussions) from users like you. [ContentsExpand/Collapse Contents](#) - [**Discussions**](#resources-discussions) ## Vertical Industry Software Discussions 0 Question on: HelloFund [How do you calculate the true cost of fundraising software?](/discussions/how-do-you-calculate-the-true-cost-of-fundraising-software) The subscription price is just the starting point. Here's what people often forget to factor in: Percentage of bids collected by the platform. Payment processing fees. Setup or onboarding costs. Staff time spent learning a new tool. The cost of poor support on event night. When you add it all up, the "affordable" option isn't always what it looks like on the pricing page. How does your organization evaluate total cost when choosing a platform? We talk to event chairs about this constantly. The advertised price is rarely the full picture. At HelloFund we're upfront about everything: flat fee, transparent payment processing, no surprise charges. When prospects compare us to percentage based platforms we encourage them to model out their actual expected raise. The numbers usually speak for themselves. Answered: Phil Sanger on March 27, 2026 [Your answer](/discussions/how-do-you-calculate-the-true-cost-of-fundraising-software/comments/new?remote=true) 0 Question on: HelloFund [Is it worth paying a percentage of bids to your auction software?](/discussions/is-it-worth-paying-a-percentage-of-bids-to-your-auction-software) Most fundraising software platforms charge a percentage of every dollar raised. On the surface it sounds small. But run the math on a $100K event and you're handing over $2,000 to $5,000 that was meant for your school or cause. Flat fee alternatives exist. The question is whether the features and support justify the cost model you choose. What has your organization experienced? Did the percentage model cost you more than expected? At HelloFund, we built our pricing around a simple belief: the money your guests raise should go to your cause, not your software vendor. That's why we charge a flat annual fee with no percentage taken from bids. On a $100K event, that difference is real. We'd encourage any organization to run the math before signing. Answered: Phil Sanger on March 27, 2026 [Your answer](/discussions/is-it-worth-paying-a-percentage-of-bids-to-your-auction-software/comments/new?remote=true) - [‹ Prev‹ Prev](/categories/vertical-industry/resources?discussions_page=2) - [1](/categories/vertical-industry/resources) - [2](/categories/vertical-industry/resources?discussions_page=2) - 3 - Next ›Next ›