Most CSR Platforms Look Modern. They Don’t Operate That Way.

Most CSR platforms promise modern experiences—but behind the scenes, they still rely on slow distribution timelines, disconnected tools, and manual processes.

Groundswell is built differently. Launch in weeks, move funds in 24 hours, and run your entire program in one platform—without the complexity.

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Why Companies Are Switching to Groundswell

Everything in one modern platform

Many CSR platforms have updated their user experience to look modern, but still rely on mulitple systems and slow, manual processes behind the scenes.

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Groundswell brings giving, volunteering, grants, and reporting into one platform—so everything works together and moves faster.

Funds delivered in 24 hours

Legacy platforms often require manual approvals, match tracking, and reconciliations, taking 30–120 days to distribute funds.

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Groundswell automates these processes and delivers funds within 24 hours—so your impact happens immediately.

Designed for employees and admins

Most platforms focus on program management and prioritize admin workflows over employee experience.

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Groundswell puts people first. With an intuitive experience on both desktop and mobile, employees can give, volunteer, and engage with ease while admins get the tools they need to run impactful programs without the heavy lift.

Not all “modern” CSR platforms are built the same. See how Groundswell compares.

Groundswell Giving

Groundswell

Competitors

Instant donation matching with 24-hour distributions

Delayed matching, manual processing, and payouts that take 30–120 days

ACH, credit/debit, stock, and admin-free payroll giving

Limited payment options and complex, admin-heavy payroll

Real-time matching with customizable rules and budgets

Static match settings that are difficult to adjust or scale

Donor-Advised Fund (DAF) structure keeps fees low and simplifies giving

High processing fees and added overhead that increase program costs

Groundswell Volunteering

Groundswell

Competitors

Employee-led and company-led events in one experience


Limited admin roles and fragmented workflows
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Automatically match volunteer hours with dollars

Manual tracking and matching with added admin work

Easy sign-up, tracking, and check-in for events

No mobile app and clunky event management UX

Proactive customer support team and self-service tools

Slow or reactive support, often requiring tickets for minor changes

Groundswell Grants

Groundswell

Competitors


Self-service application builder with edit ability
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Rigid forms that require vendor involvement to update

Flexible workflows with unlimited admins

Admin limits and added costs for additional reviewers

Modern reviewer tools with native Guidestar integration

Outdated review experience and manual vetting

Fast payouts with no distribution fees


Up to 3% grant distribution fees
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Compare Groundswell to other CSR platforms

Not all “modern” CSR platforms are built the same. See how Groundswell compares—and why more teams are switching to a faster, simpler alternative.

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See why our customers love us

Real results. Real impact. Hear from the teams using Groundswell to power their programs every day.

"So simple to use and will make a huge difference."

I have worked for very large organizations of 50k down to 4k employees. They have always been hard to work with. I love that Groundswell is so super easy.

Jania Stout

Senior Vice President, OneDigital

"Great platform used by over 70% of our associates!"

This tool has allowed us to rapidly expand our employee matching and employee gifting programs and has been well received by the associates. Groundswell continues to add new features that make the platform even more  valuable to us. The partnership with CAF America to include international NGOs allowed us to expand to our India-based associates which has been very well received.

Durward Ferland

Partner, Wipfli

"Easy, impactful and fulfilling!"

Not only does Groundswell let you put corporate giving into the hands of employees, the user experience is seamless and the customer support is A+. The Groundswell team is always proactive about finding new ways for our company to leverage the app and the holidays awareness month toolkits are especially helpful.

Jaclyn Johnston

GHJ

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