Evaluating sponsorship management platforms for your nonprofit? Both Outgiven and HelpYouSponsor provide tools for managing sponsorship programs and donor relationships. Here's how Outgiven helps organizations of all sizes maximize their impact without worrying about per-sponsorship pricing tiers.
Why Nonprofits Choose Outgiven
Unlimited Sponsorships, Always Free — While HelpYouSponsor offers a free tier limited to 10 commitments, Outgiven is completely free for unlimited sponsorships. No tiers, no per-sponsorship fees, no limits on growth.
Built by a Nonprofit, for Nonprofits — Outgiven is developed by Aprann, a 501(c)(3) organization. We understand your mission because we share it.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Outgiven | HelpYouSponsor |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | ✓ Free unlimited | Free for 1-10, then tiered pricing |
| Unlimited Sponsorships | ✓ Always included | Requires paid tier |
| Flexible Sponsor Matching | ✓ 1:1 & many-to-one | ✓ 1:1 & many-to-one |
| Pooled/Fund-Based Giving | ✓ Giving Campaigns | ✓ Included |
| Moderated Messaging | ✓ With AI translation | ✓ With AI translation |
| Child Safety (Identity Mask) | ✓ Built-in | Privacy controls available |
| Donor Self-Service Portal | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Embeddable Widgets | ✓ Full suite | ✓ Available |
| API & Integrations | ✓ API, Zapier, Embeds | ✓ Integrations available |
| Recurring Giving | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Gift Sponsorships | ✓ Built-in | — |
Key Benefits of Outgiven
Truly Unlimited
No sponsorship limits, ever. Whether you have 5 sponsorships or 5,000, Outgiven remains completely free. Your growth should never be limited by software pricing tiers.
Zero Platform Fees
Keep more of every donation. Outgiven is supported by optional donor tips, not mandatory subscriptions. You only pay standard payment processing fees.
Identity Mask® Technology
Our proprietary child safety feature automatically protects private information from public indexing while giving sponsors full profile access upon sponsorship.
AI-Powered Translation
Break down language barriers with OpenAI-powered auto-translation in our moderated messaging system. Sponsors and sponsorees can communicate seamlessly.
Robust Integrations
Connect Outgiven to your existing workflows with our API, Zapier integration, and embeddable components for your website.
Quick Self-Service Setup
Get started in minutes. Configure your sponsorship types and launch. No lengthy onboarding process required.
World-Class Software
Built by Aprann, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We deliver enterprise-quality software because we believe nonprofits deserve the best tools to maximize their impact.
Sponsorship Types Supported
Outgiven provides flexible sponsorship management for a wide range of use cases:
- Child Sponsorship — Connect donors with children in need
- Student Sponsorship — Support educational journeys
- Classroom Sponsorship — Fund entire classrooms or programs
- Team Sponsorship — Support sports teams and groups
- Project Sponsorship — Fund specific initiatives
- Animal/Rescue Sponsorship — Support animal welfare programs
- Custom Types — Create any sponsorship type your organization needs
What About HelpYouSponsor?
HelpYouSponsor is a capable platform that positions itself as an AI-native nonprofit CRM. They offer a comprehensive feature set that may appeal to faith-based organizations.
Both platforms offer strong sponsorship management capabilities. The key differences are Outgiven's completely free pricing model with no sponsorship limits versus HelpYouSponsor's tiered approach, and Outgiven's Identity Mask® child safety technology designed specifically for protecting sponsoree privacy.
Ready to Get Started?
Join nonprofits worldwide who trust Outgiven for their sponsorship management. Unlimited sponsorships, completely free.
Start Free TodayDisclaimer: This comparison is based on publicly available information as of the date listed above. Features and pricing may change. We encourage you to verify current offerings directly with each provider.