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GiveCampus Takes 8% Per Donation. Here's What Zeffy Charges Instead.
Plus auctions, raffles, and memberships GiveCampus doesn't offer. Compare features below.
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Zeffy VS Givecampus
Pricing
Zeffy:
$
0.
Givecampus: 
Varies.
5% platform cut + card fees per gift
Processing fees
Givecampus:
2.9% + $0.30.
per transaction
Platform fees
Zeffy:
$
0.
Zeffy never takes a cut. Unlike platforms that skim 3–5%, you keep 100% of every donation.
Givecampus:
5%.
platform fee
Monthly fees
Zeffy:
$
0/month.
No subscriptions, no paywalls. Every org, big or small, gets full access for free.
Givecampus:
$1,000/year.
Annual subscription pricing starting at approximately $1,000–$1,200 per year
Other fees
Zeffy:
$
0.
We've never charged a single cent to nonprofits and we never will.
Givecampus:
N/A.
No pricing information available
Pricing transparency
Zeffy:
10/10.
No platform fees, no credit card fees, no hidden fees, no fees period!
Givecampus:
3/10.
Pricing hidden behind contact forms, fees buried in terms of service, no clear pricing page
Value for money
Zeffy:
5/5.
450+ reviews on Capterra. All-in-one fundraising, zero fees, unbeatable value.
Givecampus:
4.2/5.
Features
Zeffy:
5/5.
No training needed. Built for busy nonprofit teams, not tech pros. Launch a campaign in under 30 minutes.
Givecampus:
4.4/5.
Built for schools and campaigns - missing donor management, memberships, and year-round fundraising tools
Donations
Zeffy: 
Donations without the cut. Custom forms, tax receipts, donor tracking — all fee-free.
Givecampus:
Donation forms with recurring giving, tribute gifts, and matching gift tools - built for educational institutions
Ticketing
Zeffy:
Sell tickets, check in guests, track sales — and keep 100%. No fees. No fine print.
Givecampus:
Event registration and ticketing with check-in tools - requires higher-tier plan for full event features
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Zeffy:
Teams or individuals launch fundraising pages in minutes. Track progress, keep 100%. No fees.
Givecampus:
Peer-to-peer campaigns with fundraiser pages, team tools, and leaderboards - core feature on all plans
Auctions
Zeffy:
Run auctions without giving up a percentage. List items, track bids, collect payments — all fee-free.
Givecampus:
No auction features - platform focuses on peer-to-peer campaigns and giving days, not event fundraising
Raffles
Zeffy:
Host online raffles and 50/50s. Track sales, set ticket limits, stay compliant — all without paying a cent.
Givecampus:
No raffle tools - requires third-party integration or manual management outside the platform
Online Store
Zeffy:
Skip the tool sprawl. Sell merch and manage your store in one place — no fees, no add-ons.
Givecampus:
No online store functionality - not designed for selling merchandise or products
Memberships
Zeffy:
Automate memberships with no per-member fees. Dues go straight to your org — perfect for clubs, alumni, and supporters.
Givecampus:
No membership management - designed for campaigns and annual giving, not ongoing member relationships
Donor management/CRM
Zeffy:
Ditch the expensive CRM. Track donations, send thank-yous, and build donor loyalty — all fee-free.
Givecampus:
Donor database with giving history, campaign tracking, and alumni engagement tools
Emails & Newsletter
Zeffy:
Manage contacts and send newsletters from the same place you fundraise. Unlimited sends, no fees.
Givecampus:
Built-in email campaigns with templates, segmentation, and automated thank-you messages
Payment Processing
Zeffy:
Accept donations, ticket sales, and payments — all 100% fee-free. No cuts, no hidden fees, ever.
Givecampus:
Stripe integration with multiple payment methods including Apple Pay and Google Pay
Payment Methods
Zeffy:
All-in-one fundraising: donations, events, memberships, email, and donor CRM — 100% free.
Givecampus:
Accepts major credit cards, Apple Pay and Google Pay for online checkouts, and ACH bank transfers for larger gifts; no native in-person Tap to Pay — in-person processing requires separate hardware.
Credit Card Payments
Zeffy:
Accept all major credit cards with zero processing fees. Zeffy covers the cost — you keep 100% of every donation.
Givecampus:
All major credit and debit cards accepted through integrated payment processing, with standard transaction fees.
Apple Pay & Google Pay
Zeffy:
One-tap donations and tickets with Apple Pay & Google Pay. No fees, just smooth mobile checkouts.
Givecampus:
Apple Pay and Google Pay supported through checkout for online giving forms only.
ACH / Bank Transfers
Zeffy:
Accept bank transfers with zero fees. Full donation amounts go straight to your mission.
Givecampus:
ACH bank transfers available for larger gifts to help reduce processing costs on major donations.
Tap to Pay App
Zeffy:
Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.
Givecampus:
No native in-person payment app — requires separate hardware or third-party solutions for events and galas.
Support
Zeffy:
5/5.
Real humans, real fast. Free email and phone support — no bots, no paywalls, no runaround.
Givecampus:
4.6/5.
Support access depends on plan tier - priority help and advanced training reserved for higher-cost accounts.
Help Center
Zeffy:
Searchable help docs, video tutorials, and step-by-step guides — all free, all the time.
Givecampus:
Searchable knowledge base with articles, tutorials, and FAQs — some advanced guides require a paid account.
Email Support
Zeffy:
Email us anytime. Most questions answered within hours — not days.
Givecampus:
Email support with response times varying by plan level - priority given to enterprise accounts
Phone Support
Zeffy:
Need to talk? Call us. Real support from real people who understand nonprofits.
Givecampus:
Phone support available for enterprise customers - limited access on lower-tier plans
Onboarding
Zeffy:
Get set up in under 30 minutes. No training required — but we're here if you need us.
Givecampus:
Webinars and training sessions offered but often gated behind paid plan requirements
Community
Zeffy:
Join thousands of nonprofits sharing tips, templates, and best practices.
Givecampus:
No community forum or user groups available
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Keep 100% of every donation, not 92%
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You keep 100% of every donation, not 92%
GiveCampus charges 5% platform fees plus processing costs. With Zeffy, donors give what they want to give — and you keep every dollar of it.
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Get all the tools, not just the campaign ones
GiveCampus is built for peer-to-peer campaigns, but you still need tools for auctions, raffles, and memberships. Zeffy gives you everything in one place.
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Get started in minutes, not months
GiveCampus is built for universities with IT teams and onboarding timelines. Zeffy is built for small teams who need to start fundraising this week.
How much does Zeffy actually cost compared to GiveCampus?
Zeffy is completely free. GiveCampus charges 5% platform fees plus 2.9% + $0.30 processing costs per transaction, meaning you lose about 8% of every donation. With Zeffy, donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep the platform running.
Can I run auctions and raffles on Zeffy like I can with other platforms?
Yes. GiveCampus focuses on peer-to-peer campaigns and giving days but doesn't include auction or raffle tools. Zeffy gives you donation forms, peer-to-peer, events, auctions, raffles, memberships, and a full CRM in one place.
Do I need a long onboarding process to start using Zeffy?
No. GiveCampus is built for universities with IT support and longer setup timelines. Zeffy is designed for small teams who need to launch campaigns quickly without technical help or training sessions.
Does Zeffy work for small nonprofits or just universities?
Zeffy is built specifically for small nonprofits. GiveCampus is designed for universities with dedicated advancement teams. You get the same donor management and campaign tools without needing IT support or a learning curve.
Does Zeffy accept credit cards, ACH bank transfers, Apple Pay, and Google Pay?
Yes. Zeffy accepts credit cards, ACH bank transfers, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. You can also take in-person payments at events. All payment methods are included at zero cost to your organization.
How does Zeffy stay free if there are no platform fees?
Zeffy is funded by optional tips from donors. When someone donates, they can choose to leave a small contribution to support the platform. The tip is never required, and your nonprofit keeps 100% of every donation.
What are the main GiveCampus competitors for small nonprofits?
Zeffy is a top GiveCampus alternative for small nonprofits. While GiveCampus focuses on universities and charges around 8% in combined fees, Zeffy offers the same fundraising tools with zero fees and faster setup for volunteer-led teams.
How much can my nonprofit save by switching from GiveCampus to Zeffy?
Organizations typically save 5-7% on every dollar raised. Real examples include Shrewsbury PTO saving $2,134, Westerner Band Boosters saving $3,456, and Torrey Pines Elementary saving $13,799.
Is Zeffy a legitimate fundraising platform?
Yes. Over 100,000 nonprofits trust Zeffy, and together they've raised more than $2 billion. The platform is rated #1 for customer satisfaction and offers unlimited support from nonprofit fundraising experts.
Does GiveCampus charge processing fees on top of platform fees?
Yes. GiveCampus charges 5% platform fees plus 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction in processing costs. That means you keep only about 92% of each donation. Zeffy charges zero platform and zero processing fees.
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DIVINA World Foundation
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Jesters Theatre: Youth Unlimited
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We were ready to sell tickets in less than 30 minutes. The reporting capabilities were better than some other paid-for sites.
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Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation
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