JustGiving VS OneCause
JustGiving takes 5% from every donation. OneCause takes 5% plus $500 upfront. Both charge fees that add up — $5,000 gone on every $100,000 raised.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
JustGiving VS OneCause
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over JustGiving and OneCause if you're a nonprofit
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Keep 100% of every donation, not 95%
JustGiving and OneCause take 5% off the top before you see a dollar. Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits, so your donors' full gifts go straight to your mission.
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One platform for every fundraiser you'll run this year
JustGiving handles peer-to-peer well but sends you elsewhere for ticketing and raffles. OneCause is built for big galas, not year-round giving. Zeffy gives you donations, events, memberships, auctions, and your donor database in one place with zero fees.
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Start fundraising today, not after training and setup fees
OneCause charges $2,995 annually plus setup fees and requires training to unlock features. JustGiving runs on UK time with limited US nonprofit support. Zeffy is free to start, easy to learn, and built for small teams who need to fundraise now.
Frequently asked questions
Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for all fundraising activities?
Yes. Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. We cover all platform fees and credit card processing costs so you keep every dollar raised. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support our platform.
Can I run all my fundraising campaigns from one platform without paying extra?
Absolutely. Zeffy handles donations, events, peer-to-peer campaigns, auctions, raffles, and online stores in one place. You get everything without paying for separate tools or plan upgrades.
Will I get support that understands US nonprofit needs and regulations?
Yes. Zeffy's support team is based in North America and knows US tax rules, compliance requirements, and fundraising best practices. You get fast answers during your working hours.
Can I run auctions and sell merchandise without paying extra fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes auctions, raffles, and online stores at zero cost. JustGiving and OneCause either don't offer these tools or charge thousands in annual fees to access them.
What if I need help setting up my first campaign?
You get free support from real people who know US nonprofits. Unlike competitors that limit help to paying customers, Zeffy offers live chat, phone, and email support to everyone.
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.
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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SUCCESS STORIES
Zero-fee fundraising in action — nonprofit stories worth sharing.
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