ActBlue

Online fundraising platform for progressive causes

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

About ActBlue

ActBlue provides online fundraising tools tailored for Democratic candidates, progressive organizations, and nonprofits. Founded in 2006, it focuses on empowering small-dollar donors and grassroots fundraising. The platform simplifies the donation process, making it user-friendly and optimized for mobile devices, which helps increase the number of successful donations. ActBlue charges a small fee for each transaction, allowing it to sustain operations while offering valuable services. Unlike many competitors, ActBlue specializes in political and nonprofit fundraising, making it a trusted resource for thousands of groups and millions of grassroots donors. The goal of ActBlue is to enhance the effectiveness of fundraising campaigns for its clients and support grassroots movements.

Cambridge, MassachusettsHeadquarters
2001Year Founded
$9.7MTotal Funding
EARLY_VCCompany Stage
Government & Public Sector, FintechIndustries
201-500Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Hours
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Parental Leave
Home Office Stipend
Employee Assistance Program

Risks

Increased scrutiny from lawmakers could lead to regulatory challenges and legal battles.
Allegations of illegal donations may result in loss of trust among donors.
Lawsuits over improper donations could lead to financial penalties and compliance costs.

Differentiation

ActBlue specializes in online fundraising for Democratic candidates and progressive organizations.
The platform is optimized for mobile use, ensuring high conversion rates.
ActBlue's transaction fee model sustains operations while providing valuable services.

Upsides

Increased focus on cybersecurity can enhance donor trust and platform reliability.
Collaborations for A/B testing can optimize donation forms, increasing conversion rates.
The rise of micro-donations expands ActBlue's user base and transaction volume.

Funding

Total raised$9.73 M
Latest valuation$50.00 M
StageEARLY_VC
EARLY VC
12/31/2002
$10
$50.00 M