Donorbox VS Blackbaud
Donorbox charges 2.95% on every donation. Blackbaud takes 2.99% plus enterprise fees. Both platforms cost nonprofits thousands — $2,950 vs $2,990 on every $100,000 raised.
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Donorbox VS Blackbaud
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Donorbox and Blackbaud if you're a nonprofit
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Donorbox and Blackbaud charge fees on every donation — Zeffy is 100% free
Donorbox takes 2.95% per donation and Blackbaud charges 2.99% plus merchant fees. Zeffy covers all processing costs so you keep 100% of what your supporters give.
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All-in-one tools without the enterprise price tag or paid plan paywalls
Donorbox locks peer-to-peer and advanced features behind $150/month plans. Blackbaud sells tools separately and requires enterprise contracts. Zeffy gives you donations, ticketing, raffles, CRM, and email in one platform for free.
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Launch your first campaign in minutes with free support from real people
Donorbox offers email-only support with 24-48 hour wait times. Blackbaud reserves priority help for $10,000+ contracts. Zeffy gives every nonprofit live chat, email, and phone support with real fundraising experts who respond fast.
Frequently asked questions
Can I run events and campaigns without paying extra fees or buying add-ons?
Yes. Zeffy includes ticketing, auctions, raffles, and peer-to-peer campaigns at zero cost. Donorbox locks these behind paid plans, while Blackbaud sells them as separate enterprise products requiring technical setup.
Will I need to hire IT help or consultants to get my fundraising platform running?
No. Zeffy works right out of the box with no technical setup required. Blackbaud requires implementation timelines and IT support, while Donorbox needs paid plans for full functionality.
How much does Zeffy actually cost compared to all-in-one fundraising platforms?
Zeffy is 100% free with no platform fees, monthly charges, or processing fees. Donorbox charges 2.95% per donation plus card fees, while Blackbaud charges 2.99-3.5% plus merchant account fees. On $10,000 raised, you keep everything with Zeffy versus losing $295-$350+ to competitors.
Can I get all fundraising tools in one place without paying for multiple products?
Yes. Zeffy gives you donations, ticketing, peer-to-peer campaigns, raffles, auctions, CRM, and email tools in one platform for free. Competitors lock key features behind paid plans or sell them as separate products requiring technical setup and additional fees.
Will I get real support when I need help, not just during business hours?
Zeffy offers unlimited email, live chat, and phone support from real people who understand nonprofits. Donorbox provides email-only support with 24-48 hour delays, while Blackbaud reserves quality support for enterprise customers paying $10,000+ annually.
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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.
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