Givealittle VS Kickstarter
Givealittle and Kickstarter help you crowdfund for causes, but both charge fees that reduce what reaches your mission. Zeffy gives you crowdfunding plus donation forms, event ticketing, and donor management — all with zero fees so every dollar stays with your cause.
Zeffy is trusted by 50,000+ nonprofits
Givealittle VS Kickstarter
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Givealittle and Kickstarter if you're a nonprofit
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Keep 100% of your raffle proceeds
Givealittle and Kickstarter take 5% of every ticket sold. Zeffy charges zero fees, so your 50/50 draw or basket raffle actually raises money for your mission.
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Run complete fundraising campaigns, not just project funding
Kickstarter's all-or-nothing model means you get nothing if you miss your goal. Zeffy lets you keep every donation, run auctions, sell tickets, and manage memberships.
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Get real support when you need it most
Givealittle offers limited email support with varying response times. Zeffy provides unlimited support with real people who understand nonprofit fundraising.
Frequently asked questions
Why choose Zeffy over crowdfunding platforms like Givealittle or Kickstarter?
Zeffy is built specifically for nonprofits with 100% free fundraising tools. Unlike crowdfunding platforms that charge 5% fees plus processing costs, Zeffy keeps every dollar for your cause while offering dedicated nonprofit features like donor management and recurring donations.
How does Zeffy's pricing compare to crowdfunding platform fees?
Crowdfunding platforms like Givealittle and Kickstarter charge 5% platform fees plus card processing fees on every donation. Zeffy charges zero fees, so your supporters' full donations go directly to your nonprofit's mission instead of platform profits.
Can Zeffy handle ongoing fundraising better than project-based crowdfunding sites?
Yes. While crowdfunding platforms focus on short-term project campaigns, Zeffy supports your nonprofit's year-round needs with recurring donations, membership management, event ticketing, and donor relationship tools that grow with your organization.
How does Zeffy support year-round fundraising compared to crowdfunding platforms?
Crowdfunding platforms like Givealittle and Kickstarter focus on short-term campaigns with all-or-nothing funding models. Zeffy supports your nonprofit's ongoing needs with recurring donations, membership programs, and donor management tools that build lasting relationships beyond single campaigns.
Why is Zeffy better for donor relationships than crowdfunding sites?
Crowdfunding platforms offer basic donor tracking with limited relationship-building features. Zeffy provides comprehensive donor management and CRM tools that help you nurture supporters, track engagement, and build the lasting connections your nonprofit needs to thrive.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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Zeffy was built for nonprofits like yours
focus on what matters
Built for small teams with big missions.
Zeffy is the fundraising platform that cuts out the fees, clears up your tech mess, and puts your cause first — so your team, even if you're a small team wearing many hats or a one-person show, can focus on what really matters.
ZERO-FEE
Keep 100% of every dollar.
No platform fees. No processing fees. No catch. We know it sounds too good to be true, but it's not. Every penny goes straight to your mission, while competitors take 2-3% off every donation.
ALL-IN-ONE PLatform
Ditch the tech mess.
Stop bouncing between MailChimp, Eventbrite, and all those spreadsheets. Now you can handle donations, ticket sales, memberships, raffles, and all your donor info in one spot.
plug-and-play
Get going, fast.
Built for teams like yours — whether you're volunteer-led or have limited staff. Set up donation forms, sell tickets, and launch campaigns without needing a tech wizard. It's super easy, and you'll be up and running in minutes.
mobile-first
Fundraise from every device, anywhere.
From QR codes on flyers to Tap-to-Pay on a phone, Zeffy makes it easy to accept donations on the go. Mobile-optimized and offline-ready, so no donor slips through the cracks.
No turnover
Never lose a donor to volunteer transition.
Centralize supporter relationships, automate thank-you messages, and preserve institutional knowledge when board members rotate out.
50,000+ 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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