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Crowdfunding for the Caribbean

The crowdfunding platform made for the Caribbean

Many big fundraising sites only pay out to a handful of countries. Real Helping Hands was built so people and organisations across the Caribbean can raise money online and actually receive it.

Start a free fundraiser How it works
  • Free to start
  • You keep 90%
  • Donors give from anywhere

Why Real Helping Hands

Everything you need to raise money online

  • Caribbean first

    Made for campaigners in Jamaica and across the region, with support from a team that understands island life.

  • Payouts that reach you

    Withdraw to a bank account (we send bank transfers through Wise) or to PayPal, from your dashboard, once your identity is verified.

  • Donors from anywhere

    Friends, family and supporters in the US, Canada, the UK and beyond can give by card or PayPal.

  • Trusted by donors

    Campaigns are reviewed by our team and campaigners verify their identity before withdrawals.

How it works

Start in three simple steps

  1. Create your fundraiser

    Sign up free, tell your story, add a photo and set your goal. It takes about 10 minutes.

  2. Share it everywhere

    Send your link on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram and email, or print your QR code flyer.

  3. Receive the money

    Verify your identity once, then withdraw to your bank or PayPal from your dashboard.

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Tips from our team

How to get more donations

  • Write your story for people who don’t know you: who you are, what happened, what the money will do.
  • Share in community, alumni and diaspora groups on Facebook and WhatsApp.
  • Post an update every week – each one is a new reason for people to share.

Questions?

Frequently asked questions

All questions & answers

Which countries can use Real Helping Hands?

Real Helping Hands is built for the Caribbean, starting with Jamaica. If you are elsewhere in the region, contact us before you start and we’ll confirm how you can receive your funds.

How much does it cost?

Starting is free. We take 10% of what you raise, which covers card processing and running the platform – you keep 90%.

How do I get paid?

Withdraw to a bank account (we send bank transfers through Wise) or to PayPal, from your dashboard, once your identity is verified.

Who can start a fundraiser?

Individuals and families, schools, churches, charities, community groups and small businesses.

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Ready to start?

It’s free and takes about 10 minutes. Our team reviews every fundraiser and helps you share it.

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