The crowdfunding platform for Ghana
Raise money for medical bills, school fees or emergencies — and receive it in Mobile Money or your bank account. Every fundraiser is reviewed before it goes live.
Fundraisers keep 100% of what they raise · Payouts to MoMo or bank · Reviewed-first giving
Start a fundraiser in Ghana — in four steps
From urgent need to funded result, with your money protected at every step.
Start a fundraiser
Tell your story, set a goal, add photos — your fundraiser is reviewed by our team before it goes live, so donors know it is real.
Share & collect
Share a short link on WhatsApp and social media. Donors pay securely by Mobile Money or card through Paystack.
Track every cedi
Watch your progress live and post updates that reach every supporter by email.
Withdraw anytime
Move your raised funds to Mobile Money or your bank account whenever you want — payouts run on a weekly cycle and are verified at every step.
Raise money for what matters most
Ghanaians at home and abroad use MyOpenHand to fund the things that change lives.
Medical bills & surgeries
Treatment, hospital bills and emergencies — one of the most common reasons people fundraise.
School fees & education
Tuition, levies, exams and scholarships. Schools and PTAs run verified fundraisers for their students.
Funerals & memorials
Support families through bereavement with a dignified, transparent fundraiser.
Community & church projects
Neighbourhood improvements, church building and welfare committees.
Small business support
Help a friend or family member recover, restock or get back on their feet.
Emergencies & disasters
Fire, flooding and sudden crises — funds reach verified organizers fast.
How withdrawals work
- Request a withdrawal anytime from your dashboard — no lock-in, no waiting for the campaign to end.
- Choose Mobile Money (MTN MoMo, Telecel Cash, AT Money) or your bank account.
- Organizers complete identity verification (KYC) before any payout.
- Approved payouts run on a weekly cycle, with an email at every step (approved, paid, or rejected).
- Transfer fees are shown upfront: 1% for mobile money (capped at GHS 20), free for Ecobank accounts, GHS 10 for other banks.
Why MyOpenHand
- Reviewed-first giving. Every fundraiser is checked by our team before it goes live.
- Verified organizers. Identity verification (KYC) protects donors and organizers.
- Keep 100% of what you raise. Platform fees are covered by donors at checkout - never taken from your fundraiser.
- Paystack-secured payments. Mobile Money and card, processed securely.
- Tracked payouts. Every cedi that leaves a fundraiser is accounted for.
Crowdfunding in Ghana — your questions answered
How does crowdfunding in Ghana work on MyOpenHand?
You create a fundraiser, our team reviews it before it goes live, you share the link, and donors contribute securely by Mobile Money or card via Paystack. When your fundraiser has raised funds, you request a withdrawal to Mobile Money or your bank account — payouts run on a weekly cycle.
Is it free to start a fundraiser in Ghana?
Yes — fundraisers keep 100% of what they raise - the platform fee (when it applies) is paid by donors at checkout, never taken from your fundraiser. Donors cover the Paystack processing fee at checkout, and payout transfers carry a small fee (1% for mobile money capped at GHS 20, free for Ecobank accounts, GHS 10 to other banks) that is shown upfront before you request a withdrawal.
Can I raise money for medical bills or school fees?
Yes — medical bills, school fees, emergencies, funerals, community projects and more. Fundraisers are organized into categories so supporters can find the causes they care about.
How do I receive the money I raise?
You can request a withdrawal anytime from your dashboard, to Mobile Money (MTN MoMo, Telecel Cash, AT Money) or your bank account. Before any payout, the organizer completes identity verification (KYC), and approved withdrawals are paid out on a weekly cycle with email updates at every step.
How does MyOpenHand make sure fundraisers are real?
Every fundraiser is reviewed by our team before it goes live, and organizers complete identity verification (KYC). Donors can see real progress, real updates and real names — and our Trust & Safety policy explains exactly how donations and payouts are protected.
Can people outside Ghana donate?
Yes — donations are processed securely through Paystack, so supporters abroad can contribute by card. Payments are received in Ghana and withdrawn by the organizer to Mobile Money or a Ghanaian bank account.
Ready to start your fundraiser?
It takes minutes to set up — and our team reviews it before it goes live.
Start a fundraiser in GhanaLearn more: How It Works · Trust & Safety · FAQ