What is "GOFUNDME" on my bank statement?

GOFUNDME is usually a legitimate donation or payment to a crowdfunding campaign on GoFundMe.

Merchant: GoFundMe | Category: Other

What Is This Charge?

A charge from GoFundMe reflects a donation, tip, or payment made through the GoFundMe crowdfunding platform. GoFundMe was founded in 2010, and it does not operate retail stores, because it is an online fundraising service rather than a physical merchant. The company helps people raise money for medical bills, emergencies, memorials, nonprofits, and personal causes. A statement line with GOFUNDME usually means you supported a fundraiser or processed a payment tied to a campaign.

Why Does This Charge Appear on My Statement?

This charge appears when you complete a donation on GoFundMe or when a recurring contribution is processed. It can also appear if you donated through a shared campaign link, a mobile browser, or the GoFundMe app. Some charges post after the fundraiser organizer submits the payment request, so the statement date can be later than the day you clicked donate. If you used a saved card, the charge may appear after a one-time gift, a monthly recurring gift, or a contribution to cover platform or processing fees.

Typical Charge Amounts

Most GoFundMe donations are small one-time payments such as $10, $25, $50, or $100. Recurring donations are often set at $5, $15, or $20 per month. Card issuers may also show a temporary authorization hold for $1.00 or a pending amount before the final charge posts. If you added an optional tip or covered processing fees, the final total can be a few dollars higher than the donation amount.

Common Variations

GOFUNDME* GOFUNDME.COM GFM*GOFUNDME GOFUNDME INC GOFUNDME*DONATION GOFUNDME*CA GOFUNDME*NY GOFUNDME*1234 GOFUNDME*5678

Is This Charge Legitimate?

A GoFundMe charge is usually legitimate if you recently donated, set up a recurring gift, or clicked a campaign link from email, text, or social media. Check your GoFundMe account at https://www.gofundme.com and review your donation history, saved payment methods, and recurring contributions. If you do not recognize the charge, compare the amount and date with your email receipts and search your inbox for a GoFundMe receipt from noreply@gofundme.com. If the charge still looks wrong, contact GoFundMe Support through the Help Center at https://support.gofundme.com before filing a bank dispute.

How to Dispute or Cancel

1. Log in to your GoFundMe account and open your donation or recurring giving settings. 2. Cancel any recurring donation first, because future charges will continue until you stop them in the account settings. 3. Contact GoFundMe Support through https://support.gofundme.com if you need a refund request or if the campaign was fraudulent. 4. If you cannot resolve it, call the number on the back of your card and start a card dispute with your bank or card issuer. 5. Keep your receipt, campaign link, and screenshots, because those details help both GoFundMe and your bank review the charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my GoFundMe charge show as GOFUNDME* or GFM*GOFUNDME?

GoFundMe often uses shortened card descriptors such as GOFUNDME* or GFM*GOFUNDME to identify the donation processor. The extra characters can reflect the campaign, location, or internal payment routing, while the actual charge still comes from GoFundMe. Check your email receipt and donation history at https://www.gofundme.com to match the amount and date.

How do I cancel my GoFundMe subscription?

GoFundMe recurring donations are canceled from your account settings, not by deleting the app alone. Sign in at https://www.gofundme.com, open your donation or recurring giving page, and turn off the repeating payment. If you cannot find the setting, contact GoFundMe Support at https://support.gofundme.com and ask them to stop the recurring charge.

Why is my GoFundMe charge a different amount than expected?

The final GoFundMe amount can be higher than the donation you selected if you covered processing fees or added an optional tip. Some banks also show a temporary $1.00 authorization hold before the final charge posts. If the difference is larger than a few dollars, compare the statement line with your receipt and campaign confirmation.

Can I get a refund for a GoFundMe donation?

Refunds for GoFundMe donations depend on the campaign status and the payment stage. Contact the fundraiser organizer and GoFundMe Support as soon as possible through https://support.gofundme.com, because completed transfers are harder to reverse. If the charge was unauthorized, call your bank and request a card dispute right away.

Is GoFundMe a store or a charity?

GoFundMe is a crowdfunding platform, not a retail store. It is used for personal fundraisers, emergency support, memorial campaigns, and nonprofit donations. The charge on your statement usually reflects a donation or payment processed for a campaign, not a product purchase.

Similar Charges

  • GOFUNDME*
  • GOFUNDME.COM
  • GFM*GOFUNDME
  • GOFUNDME INC
  • GOFUNDME*1234

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