BetterWorld VS CauseVox
BetterWorld asks donors to cover 2.9% + $0.30 fees. CauseVox charges $250/month plus 4.5% platform fees — $4,500 gone on every $100,000 raised.
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BetterWorld VS CauseVox
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Why choose Zeffy over BetterWorld and CauseVox if you're a nonprofit
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CauseVox and BetterWorld charge fees or lock tools behind paid plans — Zeffy gives you everything for free
BetterWorld asks donors to cover processing fees at checkout, and CauseVox charges $95–$250/month to unlock full features. Zeffy covers all fees so you keep 100% of every donation, ticket sale, and raffle entry — no subscriptions, no paywalls, no fine print.
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Your donors shouldn't pay extra fees just so you can accept their gift
BetterWorld passes card fees to donors unless they opt in to cover costs, and CauseVox charges 2.2–2.9% + $0.30 per transaction on top of monthly fees. Zeffy covers all processing fees so your supporters give what they intend, and you never lose a dollar to platform costs.
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Run raffles, events, and campaigns year-round without upgrading or paying monthly fees
BetterWorld locks raffles and stores behind paid plans, and CauseVox requires $95/month to access ticketing and full donor tools. Zeffy includes donations, ticketing, raffles, auctions, memberships, CRM, and email campaigns at zero cost — so you can fundraise all year without upgrading.
Frequently asked questions
Can I run all my fundraising activities without monthly fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes donations, ticketing, raffles, auctions, and online stores at zero cost. BetterWorld and CauseVox lock key features behind paid plans, so you pay monthly fees before raising a dollar.
Do my donors need to create accounts to give through Zeffy?
No. Zeffy accepts all payment types without requiring donor logins. BetterWorld requires accounts for bank transfers, and CauseVox only accepts cards, limiting your donors' giving options.
What support can I expect when I need help with campaigns?
Zeffy's nonprofit experts respond in 2-6 hours via chat, email, and phone at no cost. BetterWorld and CauseVox limit support by plan tier, with full help requiring paid subscriptions.
Can I sell merchandise and run raffles without upgrading to paid plans?
Yes. Zeffy includes online stores, raffles, and auctions at zero cost. BetterWorld locks these behind paid subscriptions, and CauseVox doesn't offer them at all.
Will I get charged processing fees even if my donors don't cover them?
Never. Zeffy covers all processing fees so you keep 100% of donations. BetterWorld and CauseVox charge 2.9% processing fees that come out of your fundraising.
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