What's the best free platform to sell fundraiser tickets?

Zeffy is the only ticketing platform built for nonprofits that is 100% free: no platform fee, no transaction fee, no credit card fee. Ever. Every dollar from every ticket reaches your mission.

How do I price fundraiser tickets?

Set the ticket price to cover what the attendee receives (the fair market value, like the meal at a gala), then invite supporters to add a donation on top. Many events also use sponsor tiers such as $100, $500, and $1,000 that bundle a few seats with extra recognition.

Are fundraiser tickets tax-deductible for buyers?

Usually only the amount above the fair market value of what the attendee receives is deductible. For a $100 gala ticket with a $40 dinner, about $60 is the deductible gift. Zeffy automatically issues a receipt for the deductible portion. Encourage buyers to confirm the specifics with their own tax professional.

How much do other platforms charge for fundraiser tickets?

On a $50 fundraiser ticket, Eventbrite keeps about $5.09 (6.6% + $1.79 per ticket), so a 100-ticket event loses roughly $509. With Zeffy the same event keeps all $5,000. (Eventbrite published rates, 2026.)

Can I sell fundraiser tickets online and at the door?

Yes. Share your ticket link online and take payments in person with Tap to Pay on a phone, no terminal needed. Buyers get a scannable e-ticket instantly.

Can I create VIP, group, or sponsor tickets?

Yes. Add unlimited ticket types, including general admission, group, VIP tables, and sponsor tiers, each with its own price and description.

Do I need a template to make fundraiser tickets?

No. Zeffy automatically generates branded, numbered e-tickets the moment someone buys, so there is nothing to design or print.