When insurance falls short and payment plans aren't enough, the people who love you want to give. Create a request and let them purchase contributions for you.
Create Your RequestMedical expenses are the #1 cause of bankruptcy in America. Even with insurance, one hospital visit can derail your finances.
Create a private fundraising request. Receive Contributions. Receive funds when you're ready.
Describe your medical situation and set a goal. Add details about what happened—people want to understand and give.
Send your request link only to people you trust—family, close friends, your community. This isn't public.
As contributions come in, funds are deposited directly to your bank account or instant payout to your debit card.
There's a voice in your head saying you should handle this yourself. That creating a request makes you a burden. That it's embarrassing.
Here's the truth: the people who love you don't see it that way. They feel helpless watching you struggle. When you give them a way to give, you're giving them a gift too.
A Better Gift isn't about charity. It's about community. The same way your grandmother might slip you money "for groceries"—but modern, dignified, and without the awkward kitchen table conversation.
Create Your RequestYes, absolutely explore all options. Many nonprofit hospitals are required to offer financial assistance. But these programs have income limits, take time to process, and don't cover all situations. A Better Gift can work alongside other options—or help when you don't qualify elsewhere.
Definitely. Having insurance doesn't mean you can afford your medical expenses. Deductibles, copays, out-of-network charges, and services not covered can add up quickly. 23% of insured Americans are considered "underinsured"—meaning they still struggle with medical costs.
Contributions are funds given by your friends and family to support your request. When someone visits your request and contributes, the funds are deposited directly to your bank account or available for instant payout to your debit card.
You have two payout options: standard bank deposits arrive in 2-3 business days, or instant payout to an eligible debit card arrives in minutes. Choose whatever works best for your situation.
GoFundMe is designed for public campaigns—sharing with strangers, social media, going "viral." A Better Gift is a private fundraising request for your personal network. No public page, no charity stigma, no platform fees (you receive 100% of contributions), and fast payouts to your bank or debit card.
Any of them: hospital bills, surgery costs, prescription medications, therapy and mental health care, dental work, physical therapy, medical equipment, travel for treatment—whatever you're facing. You describe your need; your supporters decide how much to give.
Create a free account in 2 minutes. No credit card required.
Create Your Request