There are three main factors that you should consider as you begin evaluating fundraising software:

1. The ways in which you communicate with your donors. For example: direct mail, email, or personal telephone calls.
2. The different methods of donations you accept. For example: Pledges, Tributes, Split Gifts, Soft Credits, Memberships, etc.
3. The information you would like to track about your donors. For example: correspondence, giving patterns, events they have attended, interests, etc.

If you aren't sure that you even need donor management software at this point, you may want to start with a discussion of the primary functions of donor management software, and what each of the FundRaiser programs can do in those areas.

Keep in mind, we are the FundRaiser Family. FundRaiser Software makes it easy to upgrade from one level to another. You never lose any time or money when you do, so there's no harm in starting small now.

Finally, talk to us. We encourage you to speak with Sales and Support about your requirements and goals for your organization before making any purchase decisions.