DonorPerfect VS E Tapestry

DonorPerfect and eTapestry help you track donors, 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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DonorPerfect VS E Tapestry

DonorPerfect 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

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$600/year.

Monthly fee + card fees

Processing fees

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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

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$600/year.

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Monthly fees

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$99–$119/month.

Pricing varies by plan

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Features

4.5/5.

Intuitive donor management with solid setup. Handles donations and email marketing without heavy training.

3.5/5.

Powerful but complex. Strong reporting, but steep learning curve and extra fees on transactions.

Donations

DonorPerfect handles online donations with basic payment processing and donor data tracking for your CRM database.

eTapestry processes online donations but charges 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction, plus monthly fees starting at $59.

Ticketing

No event ticketing features - you'll need separate software to sell tickets and manage event registration.

eTapestry doesn't offer event ticketing. You'd need separate ticketing software and manual processes to sync attendee data.

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Limited peer-to-peer fundraising with basic campaign setup but lacks modern social sharing and engagement tools.

eTapestry offers basic peer-to-peer fundraising tools but charges transaction fees on all donations raised by supporters.

Auctions

No auction management capabilities - you'll need additional software to run silent or live auction events.

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

Raffles

Raffles are available through DonorPerfect's online forms where gaming laws allow, though winners must be selected manually and compliance tracking is handled separately.

eTapestry doesn't support raffle ticket sales. You'd need external raffle software and manual data entry for winner tracking.

Online store

An online store is available through the Givecloud add-on, which requires separate integration setup and additional costs.

eTapestry doesn't include e-commerce capabilities. You'd need third-party store integration with separate fees and setup.

Memberships

DonorPerfect offers basic membership tracking with renewal reminders and member communication tools, but requires additional setup for complex membership tiers.

eTapestry offers basic membership tracking with renewal reminders and member communication tools, but requires manual setup for complex membership tiers and benefits management.

Donor Management/CRM

Strong donor database with detailed giving history, wealth screening, and relationship tracking. Offers robust reporting and analytics for donor insights.

Comprehensive donor database with gift tracking, reporting, and relationship management. Strong reporting capabilities but interface can feel outdated and overwhelming for new users.

Emails & Newsletter

Includes email marketing tools with donor segmentation and automated campaigns, though design options are somewhat limited compared to dedicated email platforms.

Built-in email marketing with donor segmentation and basic templates. Limited customization options and requires technical knowledge to create professional-looking campaigns.

Payment Processing

Processes donations through integrated payment gateways with standard transaction fees, supporting recurring gifts and pledge management.

Processes donations through integrated payment gateways with standard transaction fees, supporting recurring gifts and pledge management.

Payment methods

Processes payments through the Givecloud and DPMobile integrations (add-on setup)

Limited payments through third-party processors

Credit Card Payments

Available through the Givecloud integration (add-on setup) and via the DPMobile app for in-person card payments (card reader hardware and transaction fees apply)

Limited support - requires integration with third-party payment processors like PayPal or Stripe

Apple Pay & Google Pay

Apple Pay, Google Pay, and PayPal are available through the Givecloud integration (add-on setup)

Not supported - no native digital wallet payment options available

ACH / Bank Transfers

Not among DonorPerfect's confirmed payment methods; it processes cards, digital wallets, and in-person payments through the Givecloud and DPMobile integrations

Not supported - eTapestry focuses on donor management and requires third-party payment processors

Tap to Pay App

No phone tap-to-pay; in-person payments require the DPMobile app with card reader hardware (transaction fees apply)

Not supported - eTapestry is web-based donor management software without mobile payment features

Customer Support

4.5/5.

3.5/5.

Unlimited Support

DonorPerfect offers tiered support based on subscription level

eTapestry offers limited support based on subscription tier

Phone Support / Office Hours

DonorPerfect provides phone support during standard business hours

eTapestry provides phone support during standard business hours

Webinars

DonorPerfect offers regular training webinars and educational sessions

eTapestry offers regular training webinars and educational sessions for users

Help Center

DonorPerfect maintains a comprehensive help center with articles and guides

eTapestry has a comprehensive help center with articles and guides

DonorPerfect provides live chat support during business hours

eTapestry provides live chat support during business hours

Nonprofit-Focused Support Team

Support access depends on subscription tier with phone and chat during business hours

Limited support based on plan level with phone and chat during business hours only

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Why Zeffy over DonorPerfect and eTapestry?

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

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Keep 100% of donations while managing donors better

DonorPerfect and eTapestry charge monthly fees plus transaction costs on every gift. Zeffy charges zero fees, so more money goes to your mission.

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

DonorPerfect and eTapestry focus only on donor tracking, forcing you to buy separate tools for events and sales. Zeffy handles everything.

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Access real support when you need it, not just business hours

DonorPerfect and eTapestry limit support to business hours and subscription tiers. Zeffy offers unlimited help whenever you need it.

Frequently asked questions

Why choose Zeffy over DonorPerfect for donor management?

Zeffy offers complete donor management with zero platform fees, while DonorPerfect charges $99/month plus transaction fees. You get the same CRM features plus built-in fundraising tools without the monthly costs eating into your budget.

How does Zeffy compare to eTapestry for small nonprofits?

Unlike eTapestry's $59+ monthly fees plus 2.9% transaction costs, Zeffy provides donor tracking and online fundraising at zero cost. Your supporters can leave voluntary contributions to cover our costs instead.

Can Zeffy handle everything DonorPerfect does without the high costs?

Yes. Zeffy combines donor management, online donations, event ticketing, and peer-to-peer fundraising in one platform. DonorPerfect requires separate tools for events and charges monthly fees for basic CRM features.

What makes Zeffy different from traditional donor management systems?

Zeffy combines donor management with complete fundraising tools at zero platform fees. While DonorPerfect and eTapestry focus only on tracking donors, Zeffy lets you manage relationships and raise funds through donations, events, and peer-to-peer campaigns all in one place.

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

DonorPerfect costs $99/month plus transaction fees, while eTapestry charges $59+ monthly plus 2.9% per donation. Zeffy eliminates these costs entirely. Donors can leave voluntary contributions to support our platform, keeping 100% of your fundraising budget for your mission.

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