Give Lively VS GivingFuel
Give Lively charges 2.2% + $0.30 per donation. GivingFuel takes 2% plus $9/month. Both platforms cost nonprofits thousands — $2,200 vs $2,000 on every $100,000 raised.
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Give Lively VS GivingFuel
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Why choose Zeffy over Give Lively and GivingFuel if you're a nonprofit
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Give Lively and GivingFuel both charge fees that add up fast
Give Lively passes processing fees to donors at checkout. GivingFuel charges monthly fees plus platform fees on every donation. Zeffy covers all fees so 100% of every dollar goes to your mission.
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You need one platform, not three subscriptions and a spreadsheet
Give Lively requires separate tools for raffles and auctions. GivingFuel gates ticketing and peer-to-peer behind premium plans. Zeffy gives you donations, events, raffles, auctions, and donor management in one place with zero fees.
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Your donors shouldn't pay extra just to support you
Give Lively adds processing fees at checkout that confuse donors. GivingFuel takes platform fees on top of card fees. Zeffy covers all costs so your supporters see exactly what they're giving, not a surcharge.
Frequently asked questions
How does Zeffy cover all fees when Give Lively and GivingFuel charge processing fees?
Give Lively passes processing fees to donors at checkout, while GivingFuel charges 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction plus platform fees. Zeffy covers all transaction fees, so 100% of every donation goes to your mission. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support Zeffy.
Can I run events, raffles, and auctions without adding more tools or paying extra fees?
Both Give Lively and GivingFuel require separate platforms for raffles and auctions. GivingFuel also locks ticketing behind paid plans. Zeffy includes donation forms, event ticketing, raffles, auctions, and peer-to-peer campaigns in one place with zero fees.
What kind of support can I get when I'm launching a campaign?
Give Lively offers email support with slower response times during busy seasons. GivingFuel gates phone support behind premium plans. Zeffy provides free, unlimited support from nonprofit fundraising experts who understand your work and respond when you need help most.
Can I get all fundraising tools without paying monthly fees or platform charges?
Give Lively requires paid plans for advanced features, while GivingFuel charges $9-$299 monthly plus platform fees on every donation. Zeffy gives you donation forms, event ticketing, donor management, and email tools with zero monthly fees or platform charges.
Does Zeffy work for nonprofits that need in-person payment options at events?
Both Give Lively and GivingFuel require separate hardware for in-person payments at events. Zeffy includes a native Tap to Pay app that turns any phone into a payment terminal with zero fees, perfect for galas and fundraising events.
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