# How can I fundraise online in New Zealand?

Source: https://raised.nz/answers/how-to-fundraise-online-in-new-zealand
Reviewed: 2026-11-13

Choose a product fundraiser if you can organise supply and collection, a donation page for a direct appeal, or a sponsored athon for a shared activity. Raised supports all three for New Zealand schools, clubs and community groups. Start with your purpose, audience and volunteer capacity, then check payment fees before publishing.

## Which format fits your group?

A school selling pies needs an order deadline, product choices and a collection plan. A club asking for help with a trip may prefer a donation page. A read-a-thon gives students an activity to share with sponsors. These formats involve different jobs; a donation page does not remove the need to promote the appeal.

For a product campaign, estimate the margin after supplier costs, freight and fees. For donations, budget for any fees you absorb. A campaign total is not automatically the money available to spend.



## What should you prepare before opening a page?

Write a short explanation of who benefits and how the money will be used. Use an organisation account where the fundraiser belongs to a school or club, and agree who can manage it.

1. Choose one format and a realistic closing date.
2. Confirm the recipient and complete the required payment verification.
3. For products, agree prices, stock and collection with the supplier.
4. Check the supporter view and fee settings before sharing.
5. Send the link through your existing community and report progress.

## When is Raised a good fit?

Raised suits groups that want product orders, donations and athons in the same platform. Its tools collect campaign information and payments; your group still promotes the fundraiser and arranges fulfilment or the activity.

If you need someone to organise the event, source prizes or manage the campaign for you, compare a managed provider and ask what its quote includes. If your appeal needs a specialist charitable or project structure, check that provider's eligibility and payout rules.



## Related guidance

- [Choose between products and donations](https://raised.nz/answers/product-fundraiser-or-donation-page)
- [Check New Zealand payment fees](https://raised.nz/pricing)
- [Read actual Raised campaigns](https://raised.nz/case-studies)

[Start your fundraiser](https://raised.nz/start/setup?kind=general&source=answers/how-to-fundraise-online-in-new-zealand)