Do charities pay the same fee?
Yes. Good Cause keeps 2.5% of each donation, and donors pay the card fee on top.
Fundraising guide
Online fundraising for registered charities
Registered charities can use Good Cause for a specific appeal or project, with the same low fee and a public progress page supporters can share.
Written and reviewed by the Good Cause team at Webfit Solutions Limited · Updated 29 September 2026 · About Good Cause
Why a project page helps
A single, clear appeal, such as winter meals or a new van, is easier to share than a general donation form. Supporters can see progress and updates.
Receipts and tax credits
If your charity is an approved donee organisation, donors may be able to claim a tax credit of one third of their donation. Say so on your campaign page. Good Cause sends a payment receipt for every donation; check with us about the receipt details your donors need.
Verification
We check the charity’s registration, the person applying and the bank account before donations are enabled.
Start your fundraiser
Free to start. Reviewed by a person. The cause receives 97.5% of every donation.
Common questions
Can we run more than one appeal?
Yes. Each appeal can have its own campaign page.
Related guides
- Can I claim a tax credit on my donation?
- Online fundraising fees in New Zealand compared
- Fundraising for community projects: marae, churches and halls
This guide is general information, not legal, tax or financial advice.