The easiest way to fundraise online
A Facebook fundraiser takes under two minutes to set up and — best of all — Facebook charges no fees. Every penny donated reaches us and goes straight to supporting carers in Kent.
Why Facebook fundraisers work so well
- Zero fees — we receive 100% of what you raise
- Fast setup — under 2 minutes from start to live
- Huge reach — your friends, family and their networks
- Built-in sharing — Facebook prompts supporters to share
- Live updates — everyone can see donations as they come in
Popular ways to use Facebook fundraisers
Birthday fundraisers
Facebook will prompt you to set one up automatically. Instead of presents, ask friends to donate to Crossroads Care Kent.
In memory
Start a Facebook fundraiser in memory of a loved one — a lovely way to gather tributes from a wide network of friends and family.
Challenge fundraisers
Running a marathon? Doing a sponsored silence? Climbing a mountain? Link your challenge to a Facebook fundraiser so supporters can donate directly from their phones.
Community events
Promoting a coffee morning, quiz night or cream tea? Pair the event with a Facebook fundraiser so guests who can't attend in person can still donate.
How to set one up
- Go to facebook.com/fund/CrossroadsCareKent
- Click "Raise Money"
- Choose your reason, goal amount and end date
- Write a short message about why you're supporting us
- Share with friends and family — and watch donations come in
Tips for a successful Facebook fundraiser
- Tell your personal story — why this cause matters to you
- Start with your own donation — it encourages others
- Post updates as you go — thank donors by name
- Share a final thank you — let people see the total raised
- Tag us in your posts — we'll share and amplify from our page
- Post at peak times — early evening and weekends tend to get the most engagement
- Update your cover photo — add a fundraising frame to your profile picture for extra visibility
How Facebook pays out
Facebook collects donations and sends them directly to registered charities. You don't need to handle any money — it all goes straight to us. Payouts happen automatically, usually within a few weeks of the fundraiser ending. You'll receive a notification when the total is transferred.
Frequently asked questions
Can I fundraise on Facebook if I don't use it often? Yes — even an occasional Facebook user can set one up. The platform does a lot of the promotion for you by notifying your friends.
Does Facebook take a fee? No. Facebook charges zero fees on fundraisers for registered charities in the UK. 100% of what's donated reaches us.
Can I extend my fundraiser if it's going well? Yes — you can change the end date at any time before it finishes.
Will donors get Gift Aid? Facebook doesn't currently support Gift Aid on its platform. If maximising the donation matters, consider pairing your Facebook fundraiser with a JustGiving page where Gift Aid is handled automatically.
Can I see who donated? Yes — Facebook shows you the names and amounts of all donors (unless they choose to donate anonymously).
Ready to go? Start your Facebook fundraiser now — it takes under 2 minutes.