# Givey

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/givey

- Industry: Financial Services
- Headquarters: Newcastle, UK
- Website: www.givey.com
- Total disclosed funding: $27M
- Latest round: Seed (Jul 14, 2014)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Givey is a digital fundraising platform that enables individuals and organizations to donate directly to charities, ensuring that 100% of contributions reach the intended causes. The platform enhances community engagement through innovative fundraising tools.Founded in 2011 in Newcastle, UK, Givey operates as a digital fundraising platform supporting small charities and local communities. The company was co-founded by Joanne Carr and Neil M, who currently serves as CEO. Since its inception, Givey has completed five deals, with the most recent funding round being a Seed round on July 14, 2014, raising GBP 300 thousand from Longview Innovation and Northstar Ventures. The latest funding values the company at GBP 2.15 million post-money.Givey operates a digital fundraising platform designed to support small charities and local communities across the UK. Their primary offering enables 100% of donations to be directed toward the intended charity, ensuring that contributions directly benefit local causes. The platform serves as a community hub that fosters digital engagement, allowing charities to amplify their impact through enhanced online visibility and fundraising tools. Key functionalities include social media collaborations, QR code generation for easy donation access, and opportunities for live events that facilitate community engagement. Givey’s clientele encompasses over 5,000 local charities, community organizations, and individual donors within the UK, addressing the need for effective fundraising solutions and community-driven initiatives.In the most recent year of 2013, Givey reported a revenue amount of GBP 23,704.80. The company generates revenue by facilitating donations from individuals and organizations directly to charities without imposing fees on the charities themselves. This model allows Givey to earn revenue through potential partnerships and collaborations, ensuring that charities maximize their financial support. The platform provides a seamless user experience, enabling charities to focus on their missions while utilizing Givey’s resources to enhance their outreach and fundraising capabilities.Givey plans to utilize the recent Seed financing raised in July 2014 to develop new products aimed at further enhancing their digital fundraising capabilities. They are focusing on expanding their services into additional regions within the UK, with strategic initiatives expected to unfold by the end of 2024. The funding will support the development of enhanced features and tools on their platform, aimed at increasing user engagement and facilitating greater support for local charities.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jul 14, 2014, $0.5M — Northstar Ventures, Longview Innovation
- Seed, Dec 24, 2012, $0.9M — Northstar Ventures, Longview Innovation
- Seed, Oct 11, 2011, $25M — Northstar Ventures, Longview Innovation, Hotspur Capital Partners

## Investors

- Northstar Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/northstar-ventures) — Seed
- Longview Innovation (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/longview-innovation) — Seed
- Hotspur Capital Partners — Seed