Crowdchange VS Qgiv
Crowdchange charges 6% plus processing fees on every donation. Qgiv charges 3.95% plus monthly fees up to $259. Both platforms take money from your mission — $600 vs $395 on every $10,000 raised.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Why choose Zeffy over Crowdchange and Qgiv if you're a nonprofit
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Crowdchange and Qgiv charge fees on every donation — Zeffy doesn't
Crowdchange takes 6% plus processing fees, and Qgiv charges up to $259/month plus 3.95% per transaction. Zeffy is 100% free, so your donors' full contributions go directly to your mission.
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Run peer-to-peer campaigns and auctions without monthly bills or platform cuts
Crowdchange locks raffles behind paid plans, and Qgiv charges $259/month for peer-to-peer and auctions. Zeffy includes all fundraising tools at no cost, so you can launch any campaign without budgeting for software.
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Accept payments everywhere without buying hardware or paying transaction fees
Crowdchange offers card payments only, and Qgiv requires separate hardware for in-person giving. Zeffy accepts credit cards, ACH, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and tap-to-pay from any phone — all fee-free.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zeffy actually cost compared to Crowdchange?
Zeffy is 100% free with no platform fees, monthly charges, or hidden costs. Crowdchange charges 6% plus processing fees on every donation, which means an $8 loss on every $100 gift. With Zeffy, donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep the platform free for nonprofits.
Can I run peer-to-peer campaigns without paying monthly fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes peer-to-peer fundraising at no cost. You can launch team campaigns, track individual fundraisers, and manage donations without paying monthly fees or add-on charges.
Do I need to upgrade to a paid plan to access key features?
No. Zeffy gives you full access to donation forms, event ticketing, peer-to-peer campaigns, donor management, and email tools from day one. Crowdchange locks advanced features behind paid tiers, forcing you to choose between functionality and affordability.
Can I run auctions and raffles without paying monthly fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes auctions and raffles at no cost, so you can host fundraising events year-round without monthly bills. Crowdchange doesn't offer auctions, and Qgiv charges $259/month for these features.
How does Zeffy's support compare to other all-in-one platforms?
Zeffy offers free, unlimited support with 2-6 hour response times from nonprofit experts. Other platforms tier support by payment plans or focus on corporate clients, not small nonprofits like yours.
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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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