How is Zeffy free?
How is Zeffy free?
Zeffy relies entirely on optional contributions from donors. At the payment confirmation step - we ask donors to leave an optional contribution to Zeffy.
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Zeffy vs. GiveSmart: Which fundraising platform is better for nonprofits?

When it comes to fundraising platforms, nonprofits need the best tech around so they can invest in their mission—not in platform fees or expensive software. That’s why nonprofits choose Zeffy over GiveSmart for their fundraising, donation management, and online raffle needs.

Fees
0% fees, always.
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Transaction fees:
3.5 - 4% + $0.30 / transaction
‍
Platform fees:
Not publicly listed

Monthly fees:
Not publicly listed
Features
  • Donation forms (Free!)
  • In-person donations (Free!)
  • Peer-to-peer campaigns (Free!)
  • Event ticketing (Free!)
  • Memberships (Free!)
  • Donor management (Free!)
  • Online raffles (Free!)
  • Online raffles (Free!)
  • eCommerce/online store (Free!)
  • Integrations via Zapier (Free!)
  • Donation forms(Paid)
  • Ticketing and seating (Paid)
  • Event management (Paid)
  • Peer-to-peer fundraising (Paid)
  • Auction fundraising (Paid)
  • Donor management (Paid)
  • Integration options (Paid)
In-person
payments
  • No card reader required - only your iPhone!
  • Accepts all payment types.
  • Always 100% free.
Max # of users

Unlimited
‍
Plan dependent
Training and
support
  • Unlimited customer support
  • Rated 4.9/5 starts on Capterra for customer service.
  • 100% free.
GiveSmart’s customer support will only help with troubleshooting and product use directions. Anything else is not covered.

Rated 4.6/5 stars on Capterra for customer service.
Likelihood
to recommend
98.9% of Zeffy's customers would recommend it to other nonprofits
95% of GiveSmart's customers are satisfied with the platform.
Ease-of-use
4.4/5
Value for
money
4.9/5
4.3/5
Fees
0% transaction fees
0% platform fees
0% monthly fees
Learn how >
Transaction fees:
3.5 - 4% + $0.30 / transaction
‍
Platform fees:
Not publicly listed

Monthly fees:
Not publicly listed
0% fees, always.
Learn how >
Transaction fees:
3.5 - 4% + $0.30 / transaction
‍
Platform fees:
Not publicly listed

Monthly fees:
Not publicly listed
  • Donation forms (Free!)
  • In-person donations (Free!)
  • Peer-to-peer campaigns (Free!)
  • Event ticketing (Free!)
  • Memberships (Free!)
  • Donor management (Free!)
  • Online raffles and lotteries (Free!)
  • eCommerce/online store (Free!)
  • Integrations through Zapier (Free!)
  • Donation forms(Paid)
  • Ticketing and seating (Paid)
  • Event management (Paid)
  • Peer-to-peer fundraising (Paid)
  • Auction fundraising (Paid)
  • Donor management (Paid)
  • Various integration options (Paid)
  • Accept payments in person
  • No card reader required
  • All payment types accepted
  • 100% free - transaction fees included!

    Unlimited number of users
    ‍

    Plan dependent
    ‍‍
    • Unlimited customer support
    • Rated 4.9/5 starts on Capterra for customer service.
    • 100% free.

      GiveSmart’s customer support will only help with troubleshooting and product use directions. Anything else is not covered.

      Rated 4.6/5 stars on Capterra for customer service.
      98.9% of Zeffy's customers would recommend to other nonprofits
      95% of Givesmart's customers would recommend it to other nonprofits
      Rated 4.6 / 5 stars on Capterra for ease-of-use
      Rated 4.4 / 5 stars on Capterra for ease-of-use
      0% transaction fees
      0% platform fees
      0% monthly fees
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      Transaction fees:
      3.95-4.95% + $0.30 / transaction
      ‍
      Platform fees:
      $159 - $700 /month

      Monthly fees:
      $25 per month

      Calculate how much you can save with Zeffy

      If you fundraise
      $10,000
      $20,000
      $50,000
      $100,000
      $10,000
      will be deposited into your bank account
      On GiveSmart,
      $9,605 or less
      will be deposited into your bank account
      Every other fundraising platform charges 3%-10% in platform and credit card fees. Zeffy covers these fees for your nonprofit.
      $20,000
      will be deposited into your bank account
      On GiveSmart,
      $19,210 or less
      will be deposited into your bank account
      Every other fundraising platform charges 3%-10% in platform and credit card fees. Zeffy covers these fees for your nonprofit.
      $50,000
      will be deposited into your bank account
      On GiveSmart,
      $48,025 or less
      will be deposited into your bank account
      Every other fundraising platform charges 3%-10% in platform and credit card fees. Zeffy covers these fees for your nonprofit.
      $100,000
      will be deposited into your bank account
      On GiveSmart,
      $96,050 or less
      will be deposited into your bank account
      Every other fundraising platform charges 3%-10% in platform and credit card fees. Zeffy covers these fees for your nonprofit.
      They chose Zeffy over GiveSmart
      "Zeffy was a no-brainer because of their no-fee policy. The fees from other fundraising platforms were holding us back from fully supporting our mission."
      - Niki F. - Fund Development Manager, Rainbow Society of Alberta

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