Software for neighborhood & voluntary associations.
Not every association runs on mandatory assessments. Yours runs on goodwill, suggested contributions, and volunteer energy — so SpruceHOA has a voluntary mode that turns dues into suggested contributions with membership tiers, alongside events, a directory, and communications, all in one warm, modern place.
- Voluntary mode, no mandatory dues
- No per-door fees
- Up and running in an afternoon
Funded by goodwill, not assessments.
Voluntary, civic, and neighborhood associations aren't like mandatory-dues HOAs. Nobody is billed a fixed assessment they have to pay. Instead, neighbors chip in because they believe in the block party, the little park, the welcome basket for new families, and the newsletter that keeps everyone in the loop. The energy is real — the tooling usually isn't.
Most groups make do with a shared spreadsheet, a payment app, a Facebook group, and one very dedicated volunteer holding it all together. SpruceHOA gives you one calm home for contributions, members, events, and documents — built for a group that leads with community, not with a rulebook.
Turn dues into suggested contributions.
- Suggested contributions & membership tiers — invite neighbors to support the association at the level they choose, instead of billing a mandatory assessment.
- Pay any way they like — members give online by bank transfer or card, and you can record Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, or a check so your ledger stays complete.
- Settles to your own account — contributions land straight in your association's bank account through Stripe. We never hold your money or take a cut.
- Track active members — see who has given this year and who to gently follow up with, without ever sending a heavy-handed bill.
Why voluntary groups switch
"We were chasing contributions across a spreadsheet, a payment app, and a group chat, and only one person really knew who'd paid. Now membership, events, and our documents live in one place the whole team can see."
That's the difference between a group that leans on one tired volunteer and one that keeps running warmly, year after year.
The tools a social neighborhood needs.
Because these groups are social by nature — so the software should be too.
Events & RSVPs
Post community socials, volunteer days, and cleanups, take RSVPs, and add an optional cover charge when an event needs one.
Opt-in member directory
A friendly directory neighbors choose to join, so members can find each other — and communications reach the right people.
Communications
Send a newsletter or a quick update to your whole list or just a segment — block captains, event volunteers, or paid-up members.
Keep the records. Keep the goodwill.
A shared document library and a simple member portal mean your treasurer's list and your bylaws survive every volunteer handoff — and members can see it all in one place.
Neighborhood association software FAQ
Can we use SpruceHOA without mandatory dues?
Yes. SpruceHOA has a voluntary mode that turns dues into suggested contributions with membership tiers — perfect for civic and neighborhood associations funded by goodwill rather than mandatory assessments.
How do voluntary contributions work?
Members contribute online by bank transfer or card, choosing a membership tier or amount, and the money settles into your association's own account. You can also record checks, Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, or Cash App so your ledger stays complete.
Can we offer membership levels?
Yes. You can set membership tiers so supporters can give at the level they choose, and track who is an active member across the year.
Is it a good fit for a civic or neighborhood association?
Absolutely. Beyond contributions, you get events and RSVPs, an opt-in member directory, communications, and a shared document library — the tools a volunteer-run neighborhood group needs, in one friendly place.
Spruce up the way your neighborhood runs.
Tell us about your association and we'll get you set up with a free trial — no credit card required.
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