Betterworld VS Raise 365
Betterworld asks donors to pay extra fees at checkout. Raise 365 takes 8% total — $800 on every $10,000 raised. Both charge for key features nonprofits need.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Betterworld VS Raise 365
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Betterworld and Raise 365 if you're a nonprofit
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Keep 100% of every donation, not 92%
Betterworld and Raise 365 take processing fees or platform cuts on every donation. Zeffy covers all costs so your $1,000 fundraiser stays at $1,000.
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Run raffles and events without paying to unlock them
Betterworld and Raise 365 lock raffles, ticketing, and stores behind paid plans. Zeffy gives you every fundraising tool at no cost, no upgrades required.
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Accept payments without forcing donors to create accounts
Betterworld requires donor accounts for bank transfers and Raise 365 limits ACH to recurring gifts. Zeffy accepts all payment types with no logins or friction.
Frequently asked questions
Why do other platforms charge fees when Zeffy doesn't?
Most platforms take 5-8% in fees to cover their costs and profits. Zeffy operates differently — donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support our platform, so nonprofits keep 100% of every donation.
Can I access all fundraising tools without upgrading plans?
Yes. Zeffy includes auctions, raffles, ticketing, online stores, and donor management at no cost. Other platforms lock these behind paid subscriptions or charge extra fees for full access.
Can I run all my fundraising campaigns without paying fees?
Yes. Zeffy covers all platform and processing costs so you keep 100% of donations. Unlike competitors that charge 5-8% in fees, you never lose money to platform cuts or transaction costs.
Do I need to upgrade to access ticketing and raffles?
No upgrades needed. Zeffy includes ticketing, raffles, auctions, and online stores at no cost. Other platforms lock these features behind paid plans or charge extra fees.
What support can I expect when setting up campaigns?
Our nonprofit experts respond within 2-6 hours via email and chat. You'll also find step-by-step guides and video tutorials in our help center, all free.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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Built for teams like yours — whether you're volunteer-led or have limited staff. Set up donation forms, sell tickets, and launch campaigns without needing a tech wizard. It's super easy, and you'll be up and running in minutes.
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From QR codes on flyers to Tap-to-Pay on a phone, Zeffy makes it easy to accept donations on the go. Mobile-optimized and offline-ready, so no donor slips through the cracks.
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Never lose a donor to volunteer transition.
Centralize supporter relationships, automate thank-you messages, and preserve institutional knowledge when board members rotate out.
100,000+ nonprofits trust Zeffy — and keep their fees at $0.
For 7+ years, Zeffy has supported nonprofits with free, user-friendly fundraising tools.
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As a startup nonprofit with only two members, and no funding (yet) we’d need something with low (or no) fees. Zeffy was a dream come true.
Masey, Loose Ends.
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