BetterWorld VS JustGiving
BetterWorld keeps 100% of donations free. JustGiving takes 5% — $5,000 on every $100,000 raised going to platform fees, not your mission.
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BetterWorld VS JustGiving
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over BetterWorld and JustGiving if you're a nonprofit
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JustGiving and BetterWorld take cuts or lock tools behind paywalls, Zeffy gives you everything for free
BetterWorld charges donors at checkout and JustGiving takes 5% off the top. Zeffy covers all fees so you keep 100% of every donation, ticket sale, and raffle entry without asking supporters to pay extra.
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JustGiving runs on UK time and BetterWorld hides support details, Zeffy answers in hours with US nonprofit expertise
BetterWorld's support structure isn't clear and JustGiving's help runs on UK hours. Zeffy's nonprofit experts respond in 2–6 hours via chat, email, and phone during your workday with answers that fit US tax rules and compliance.
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JustGiving limits payment options and BetterWorld requires donor accounts, Zeffy accepts every payment type with no logins
BetterWorld requires donor accounts for bank transfers and JustGiving only accepts cards online. Zeffy processes credit cards, ACH, Apple Pay, and Google Pay with no logins required, plus mobile tools for in-person events.
Frequently asked questions
Can I accept bank transfers and process donations at events without extra fees?
Yes. Zeffy accepts ACH bank transfers and credit cards with zero fees, plus our mobile app lets you take donations at events. BetterWorld requires donor accounts for bank transfers, and JustGiving doesn't offer ACH or in-person tools.
Will I get charged extra when I need more fundraising tools like auctions or stores?
Never. Zeffy includes auctions, raffles, ticketing, and online stores at zero cost. BetterWorld locks these behind paid subscriptions, and JustGiving doesn't offer them at all.
Can I run all my fundraising campaigns without paying monthly fees or upgrading plans?
Yes. Zeffy gives you donations, ticketing, raffles, auctions, and online stores at zero cost. BetterWorld and JustGiving lock key tools behind paid plans or take platform fees, so you pay to access what you need.
Will my donors need to create accounts or pay extra fees to give?
No. Zeffy accepts all payment types without donor logins and covers all fees. BetterWorld requires accounts for bank transfers, and JustGiving takes 5% off every donation before it reaches you.
Can I get help from people who understand US nonprofit fundraising?
Absolutely. Zeffy's nonprofit experts respond in 2-6 hours and know US tax rules. BetterWorld's support isn't nonprofit-specific, and JustGiving operates on UK time with UK regulations.
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