A GoFundMe alternative for the Caribbean
Fundraising from the Caribbean? Withdraw the money yourself.
GoFundMe only sends money to people in its supported countries, and Caribbean countries aren’t on that list. Real Helping Hands was built so campaigners in Jamaica and the Caribbean can raise money and receive it themselves.
- Free to start
- You keep 90%
- Donors give from anywhere
According to GoFundMe’s help centre (October 2026), funds can only be sent to 20 countries, and the person withdrawing must be in one of them – no Caribbean country is listed.
Sources: GoFundMe – supported countries · GoFundMe – raising funds for someone in an unsupported country
Why Real Helping Hands
Everything you need to raise money online
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You can withdraw it yourself
Withdraw to a bank account (we send bank transfers through Wise) or to PayPal, from your dashboard, once your identity is verified.
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Made for the Caribbean
A local team that understands Caribbean campaigners and donors.
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Donors anywhere
Supporters in the US, Canada, the UK and around the world give by card or PayPal.
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Simple pricing
Starting is free. We take 10% of what you raise, which covers card processing and running the platform – you keep 90%.
How it works
Start in three simple steps
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Create your fundraiser
Sign up free, tell your story, add a photo and set your goal. It takes about 10 minutes.
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Share it everywhere
Send your link on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram and email, or print your QR code flyer.
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Receive the money
Verify your identity once, then withdraw to your bank or PayPal from your dashboard.
Happening now
Fundraisers you can support today
Tips from our team
How to get more donations
- Already raising elsewhere? Share your Real Helping Hands link alongside it so donors have a way to reach you directly.
- Use the same story and photos – but make sure the payout goes to you.
Can I use GoFundMe in Jamaica?
GoFundMe’s help centre says the person withdrawing the money must be in one of its supported countries, and none of them are in the Caribbean. A friend abroad would have to withdraw and send the money on to you.
How is Real Helping Hands different?
It’s built for Caribbean campaigners: you start the campaign, verify your identity and withdraw to your own bank account or PayPal.
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%.
Can donors outside the Caribbean give?
Yes. Donors anywhere can give by card or PayPal.
Ready to start?
It’s free and takes about 10 minutes. Our team reviews every fundraiser and helps you share it.