Bloomerang VS E Tapestry

Bloomerang and eTapestry help you track donors and manage relationships, but both charge monthly fees that add up over time. Zeffy gives you donor management, donation forms, event ticketing, and email tools — all with zero fees so you keep 100% of every donation for your mission.

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Bloomerang VS E Tapestry

Bloomerang VS E Tapestry: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Donor Management CRM Features

Easy Donor Database

Donation History & Notes per Donor

Donor Tags / Segments

Built-in Donation Tracking (No Integrations Needed)

Emailing to Donors (Receipts, Thank yous, Newsletters)

Smart Filters (Search by Donation, Campaign, Date...)

Export Donor Data Anytime

Offline Donations Tracking

Pre-filled donation forms

Pricing

1%.

Card fees + platform cut

$600/year.

Monthly fee + card fees

Processing fees

2.2% + $0.30.

per transaction for credit/debit cards (Visa/MC/Discover); 0.8% + $0.30 per transaction for ACH

2.99% + $0.30.

per transaction; American Express: 3.5% + $0.30 per transaction; ACH/Direct Debit: 1% + $0.30 (max $5) per transaction + $5 per returned transaction; Chargeback fee: $15 USD

Platform fees

1%.

fundraising platform fee on all transactions processed through Bloomerang

$600/year.

Payment Enablement Fee for organizations using payment-enabled solutions

Monthly fees

N/A.

No pricing information available

$99–$119/month.

Starting from $99–$119/month for Starter/Basic plan; higher tiers available based on constituent record count

Value for money

4.6.

7.2.

Features

4.6/5.

Bloomerang: Strong donor management, but setup takes time and features can overwhelm smaller teams.

3.5/5.

eTapestry: Powerful CRM with steep learning curve. Requires training and ongoing support to maximize.

Donations

Basic donation forms with limited customization and transaction fees on most plans

eTapestry processes online donations but charges 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction, plus monthly software fees starting at $99.

Ticketing

Not available - Bloomerang doesn't offer event ticketing or registration features

eTapestry doesn't offer event ticketing functionality. You'd need third-party ticketing software and manual attendee data entry.

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Limited peer-to-peer fundraising with additional costs and setup complexity

eTapestry offers basic peer-to-peer fundraising tools, but you'll pay processing fees on all donations plus monthly subscription costs.

Auctions

Not available - Bloomerang focuses on donor management and doesn't offer auction tools

eTapestry doesn't offer auction functionality. You'd need separate auction software and manual processes to track bidders and donations.

Raffles

Not available - No built-in raffle or lottery management tools

eTapestry doesn't support raffle ticket sales. You'd need separate raffle software and manual processes to track participants.

Online store

Not available - Bloomerang doesn't include e-commerce or merchandise selling features

eTapestry doesn't include e-commerce capabilities. You'd need third-party store software and manual donor data syncing.

Memberships

Bloomerang offers basic membership tracking through donor records but lacks dedicated membership management features like renewal automation or member-specific communication tools.

eTapestry offers basic membership tracking through custom fields and relationship records, but lacks dedicated membership management features like automated renewals or member portals.

Donor Management/CRM

Bloomerang excels at donor management with robust CRM features, donor analytics, and relationship tracking, though the interface can feel overwhelming for smaller teams.

Strong donor database with relationship mapping, gift tracking, and reporting. Includes wealth screening, prospect research tools, and comprehensive donor profiles with interaction history.

Emails & Newsletter

Bloomerang includes email marketing tools with templates and segmentation, but advanced automation features require higher-tier plans and can be complex to set up.

Includes email marketing tools with template library and basic segmentation. Offers donor communication tracking and integration with external email platforms.

Payment Processing

Bloomerang integrates with third-party payment processors like Stripe and PayPal, but charges additional transaction fees on top of processor fees for online donations.

Payment methods

Donor management only, no payment processing

Database tracking only, no payment processing

Credit Card Payments

Not supported - Bloomerang focuses on donor management and CRM, not payment processing

Not supported - eTapestry is a donor database system that doesn't include built-in payment processing

Apple Pay & Google Pay

Not supported - Bloomerang focuses on donor management and CRM, not payment processing

Not supported - eTapestry doesn't offer payment processing features for mobile wallets

ACH / Bank Transfers

Not supported - Bloomerang focuses on donor management and CRM, not payment processing

Not supported - eTapestry focuses on donor management and doesn't process ACH payments directly

Tap to Pay App

Not supported - Bloomerang focuses on donor management and CRM, not payment processing

Not supported - eTapestry is donor management software without point-of-sale payment capabilities

Customer Support

4.6/5.

3.5/5.

Unlimited Support

Bloomerang offers tiered support based on plan level, not unlimited

eTapestry offers tiered support based on subscription level

Phone Support / Office Hours

Bloomerang provides phone support during standard business hours

eTapestry provides phone support during standard business hours

Webinars

Bloomerang offers regular training webinars and educational sessions

eTapestry offers regular training webinars and educational sessions

Help Center

Bloomerang maintains a comprehensive help center with articles and guides

eTapestry has a comprehensive help center with articles and guides

Bloomerang provides live chat support during business hours

eTapestry provides live chat support during business hours

Nonprofit-Focused Support Team

Support access depends on plan level — priority help for higher-tier subscribers

Support access varies by subscription level with tiered assistance options

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over Bloomerang and eTapestry?

Why choose Zeffy over Bloomerang and eTapestry if you're a nonprofit

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Keep 100% of donations while managing donors better

Bloomerang and eTapestry charge card fees plus platform cuts or monthly subscriptions. Zeffy charges zero fees, so every dollar donated goes to your mission.

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Get all fundraising tools in one place, not scattered across platforms

Bloomerang and eTapestry focus only on donor tracking, requiring separate tools for auctions, raffles, and events. Zeffy includes everything you need to fundraise.

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Start fundraising today without monthly fees or setup costs

Bloomerang and eTapestry require monthly commitments starting at $99. Zeffy lets you start immediately with no upfront costs or contracts.

Frequently asked questions

Why choose Zeffy over Bloomerang or eTapestry for donor management?

Zeffy offers complete donor management with zero fees on all donations. While Bloomerang charges 1% platform fees plus card fees and eTapestry costs $600+ annually plus transaction fees, Zeffy keeps 100% of your donations while providing CRM tools, donor tracking, and automated receipts.

How does Zeffy's donor database compare to traditional donor management systems?

Zeffy combines donor management with payment processing at zero cost. Unlike Bloomerang or eTapestry that require separate payment integrations with additional fees, Zeffy tracks donor history, manages relationships, and processes gifts seamlessly in one platform.

Can Zeffy handle the same donor tracking features as dedicated CRM platforms?

Yes, Zeffy provides donor profiles, giving history, automated thank-you emails, and donation analytics without monthly fees. While Bloomerang and eTapestry offer similar features, they cost hundreds annually plus transaction fees that reduce your fundraising impact.

How does Zeffy save nonprofits money compared to Bloomerang and eTapestry?

Zeffy charges zero fees on donations, keeping 100% of funds for your mission. Bloomerang takes 1% plus card fees on every gift, while eTapestry costs $600+ annually plus transaction fees. A nonprofit raising $50,000 saves $1,100+ yearly with Zeffy.

Why is Zeffy better for small nonprofits than traditional donor management systems?

Zeffy combines donor management with payment processing at zero cost, perfect for small teams. Unlike Bloomerang or eTapestry that require complex setups and ongoing fees, Zeffy offers donor tracking, automated receipts, and relationship management in one simple platform.

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