Donorbox VS TeamLinkt
Donorbox takes $295 from every $10,000 raised. TeamLinkt takes $300. Both charge fees while Zeffy gives you the same tools at zero cost.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Donorbox VS TeamLinkt
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Donorbox and TeamLinkt if you're a nonprofit
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Donorbox and TeamLinkt charge fees on every donation — Zeffy doesn't
Donorbox takes 2.95% and TeamLinkt charges 2.7% per transaction. Zeffy covers all fees so you keep 100% of what supporters give — no platform cuts, no processing fees, no fine print.
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Built for nonprofits, not sports leagues or donor fee math
Donorbox asks donors to calculate fees at checkout. TeamLinkt's tools are built for team rosters, not donor relationships. Zeffy gives you forms, CRM, and campaigns designed for mission-driven fundraising.
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Get donor tools that work year-round, not just at registration time
Donorbox locks peer-to-peer behind paid plans. TeamLinkt focuses on registration, not year-round giving. Zeffy gives you donations, events, memberships, and email — all free, all the time.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zeffy actually cost compared to Donorbox and TeamLinkt?
Zeffy is 100% free with no platform fees or monthly costs. Donorbox charges 2.95% per donation plus processing fees. TeamLinkt takes 2.7% + $0.30 per transaction. On $10,000 raised, you'd lose $295 to Donorbox or $270 to TeamLinkt but keep everything with Zeffy.
Can I get all the fundraising tools I need without paying monthly fees?
Yes. Zeffy gives you donation forms, peer-to-peer campaigns, event ticketing, auctions, raffles, and donor CRM right away. Both Donorbox and TeamLinkt lock key features behind paid plans, with Donorbox charging $150/month for advanced tools.
Will my donors have to deal with confusing fee calculations at checkout?
No. Zeffy never charges your nonprofit or your donors. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support our platform, but giving stays simple and transparent without fee math at checkout.
Can I run auctions and raffles without switching between different platforms?
Yes. Zeffy includes auction and raffle tools so you can host events, track bids, and sell tickets all in one place. Donorbox requires third-party platforms for auctions and raffles, while TeamLinkt has limited raffle features with no auction support.
Will I get the support I need when fundraising gets busy?
Absolutely. Zeffy offers live chat, email, and phone support with real people who understand nonprofits. Donorbox has 24-48 hour email delays during peak seasons, and TeamLinkt reserves priority support for paid plans starting at $99/month.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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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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