Donr Ltd.

Donr Ltd. is a digital fundraising platform that simplifies donations through text messaging, enabling charities to collect funds efficiently while enhancing donor engagement. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, Donr Ltd. specializes in providing innovative fundraising solutions for charities.

The company was co-founded by Chris Newell and Paul Paterson, with Chris Newell currently serving as CEO. Donr has successfully executed two funding rounds, the latest on February 25, 2020, raising GBP 0. 35 million from the European Regional Development Fund and Northstar Ventures. The company's valuation currently stands at GBP 2.

50 million post-money. Donr provides digital fundraising solutions primarily through its core product, Text Giving, which enables charities to collect donations via text messages. This platform facilitates both one-off and recurring donations, catering to various charitable organizations by simplifying the donation process for supporters. With additional features like text raffles, Donr allows charities to run compliant text competitions for engagement and fundraising.

The company serves a diverse client base that includes notable charities such as Teenage Cancer Trust and Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter across the UK, enhancing their fundraising capabilities through mobile-first donor engagement. Donr's revenue model is structured around transaction-based commissions derived from donations processed through its platform. Charities sign up for accounts that enable them to launch donation campaigns, with Donr facilitating the entire donation process via mobile text. While specific pricing details for individual services are not publicly disclosed, the company operates under a commission structure based on funds raised through its platform, aligning its financial interests with those of the charities it serves.

In February 2020, Donr Ltd. raised GBP 0. 35 million in venture funding, which will support the development of new products and expansion into new markets. The company is focused on enhancing its platform's features and functionality to attract more charities.

Plans are underway to enter additional geographic regions within the UK and potentially explore international markets based on demand. The recent funding will enable these strategic initiatives, helping Donr to increase its market presence and drive more effective fundraising campaigns.