What is a donor retention rate?

The percentage of last year's donors who give again this year, the single metric that most predicts long-term fundraising health, which retention-focused CRMs surface so a team can act before donors lapse.

Who uses one?

Nonprofit development and operations teams choosing a platform to collect donations, manage donors, and run fundraising campaigns

What does it cost?

Pricing varies. The cheapest provider in our Top 11 starts around $125/mo. See the cheapest providers ranked.

How do I pick one?

Read the full methodology for our 9.4-point scoring framework, then look at the canonical The 11 Best Fundraising Software Platforms (2026). If you want a slice of the ranking by price, fit, or compliance, jump to: cheapest · highest-rated · fastest onboarding.

Source: Top 11 The 11 Best Fundraising Software Platforms (2026), verified July 22, 2026.