Pricing
Simple, Flat Pricing. No Surprises.
Pay a flat subscription. Keep 100% of what you raise. No per-transaction fees, no hidden costs, no setup fees.
Zero transaction fees
No credit card to start
Cancel anytime
Seed
Free
Up to 50 members. Perfect for small PTOs starting out or trying the platform.
Event RSVPs and shared calendar
Basic announcements
Volunteer sign-ups
Basic member directory
Leadership transition
✓ Zero Transaction Fees
Sprout
$39/mo
$468/yr billed annually
Full event management, online payments, fundraising, and spirit wear store.
Everything in Seed
Unlimited members
Full member directory
Online payments via Stripe
Fundraising campaigns
Spirit wear store
Online ticket sales
Board messaging center
✓ Zero Transaction Fees
Most Popular
Bloom
$79/mo
$948/yr billed annually
Everything in Sprout plus reporting, volunteer tracking, CRM exports, and AI reminders.
Everything in Sprout
Reporting dashboard
Volunteer hour tracking
CRM exports
AI-powered reminders
Multi-admin access
Financial reports & tax receipts
QuickBooks sync
✓ Zero Transaction Fees
District
Custom
Multi-school admin, shared analytics, custom branding, and dedicated support.
Everything in Bloom
Multi-school dashboard
District-wide analytics
SSO & integrations
Dedicated support
Custom branding
Template sharing across schools
Sponsor matching network
✓ Zero Transaction Fees
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Key Differentiator
Zero Transaction Fees. Every Dollar Goes to Your School.
Most platforms charge 5-10% on every transaction. On a $20,000 fundraiser, that's $1,000-$2,000 gone. With Growing Grounds, you pay a flat subscription — and keep 100% of what you raise.
Flat subscription pricing
Average $1,400/yr saved
Real Example
Lincoln Elementary PTO raises $20,000/year
Typical platform fees (7%)
-$1,400
Growing Grounds fees
$0
Your school keeps
$1,400 more
Detailed Feature Comparison
Compare Plans
Seed
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Sprout
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Bloom
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District
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Membership & Directory
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Members
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Up to 50
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Unlimited
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Unlimited
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Unlimited
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Member directory
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Household management
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Classroom grouping
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Events & Ticketing
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Event RSVPs
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Shared event calendar
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Online ticket sales
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Event capacity limits
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Fundraising & Payments
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Online payments (Stripe)
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Fundraising campaigns
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Spirit wear store
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Auctions
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Communication
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Basic announcements
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Board messaging center
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AI-powered reminders
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Slack integration
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Volunteers
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Volunteer sign-ups
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Hour tracking & recognition
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Background check integration
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Reporting & Administration
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Financial tracking
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Reporting dashboard
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CRM exports
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QuickBooks sync
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Leadership transition
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District & Enterprise
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Multi-school admin
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District-wide analytics
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Custom branding
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SSO & integrations
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Dedicated support
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See exactly what's included at every tier. Upgrade anytime as your organization grows.
Pricing Questions
FAQ
What does "zero transaction fees" mean?
Growing Grounds charges no platform percentage on any transaction — donations, ticket sales, store purchases, or subscriptions. Only Stripe's standard processing fees (2.9% + 30¢) apply, and we do not mark them up.
Can I start free and upgrade later?
Yes. Start with the Seed plan at no cost. When you're ready for online payments, fundraising, or a larger member base, upgrade to Sprout or Bloom. Your data and history carry over.
Is there a contract or commitment?
No. All plans are month-to-month. Annual billing is available at a discount ($468/yr for Sprout, $948/yr for Bloom). Cancel anytime — your data is always exportable.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit cards and ACH via Stripe. For District plans, we also support invoicing and purchase orders.
Can booster clubs use the same account as our PTO?
Yes. PTOs and booster clubs at the same school can share one Growing Grounds instance with separate budgets, committees, and fund tracking.
What happens if we exceed 50 members on Seed?
You'll see a friendly upgrade prompt. Your existing data and setup are preserved — just upgrade to Sprout for unlimited members and full features.
The ROI Speaks for Itself
WHAT LEADERS SAY
★★★★★
We saved over $2,000 in our first year just from eliminating transaction fees. That money went straight to classroom supplies.
AC
Amy C.
PTO Treasurer, Greenfield Middle School
★★★★★
Our spring carnival raised 3x more than last year. Online ticketing and volunteer coordination made all the difference.
JL
Jennifer L.
Event Chair, Pinewood Elementary
★★★★★
The $79/month Bloom plan pays for itself in the first fundraiser. We tried the free tier, upgraded in a week, and never looked back.
DW
David W.
President, Sunset Hills PTO
No Risk to Try
Start Free. Upgrade When You're Ready.
The Seed plan is free forever for organizations up to 50 members. When you're ready for more, Sprout and Bloom unlock the full platform — still with zero transaction fees.
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