Patron Manager VS RSVPify
PatronManager and RSVPify both offer event ticketing and registration tools, but they charge fees that reduce your fundraising impact. Zeffy provides complete event management with ticketing, registration, and donor follow-up — all with zero fees so every dollar from your events stays with your mission.
Zeffy is trusted by 50,000+ nonprofits
Patron Manager VS RSVPify
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over PatronManager and RSVPify if you're a nonprofit
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Why choose Zeffy over PatronManager and RSVPify if you're a nonprofit
Skip the fees and complexity of event platforms
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Keep 100% of your event proceeds
PatronManager charges $99+ monthly plus 2.9% processing fees, while RSVPify takes 2.9% of every ticket sold. Zeffy charges zero fees, so your gala or fundraising event actually raises money for your mission.
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Get all your fundraising tools in one place
PatronManager lacks auction tools, and RSVPify requires separate platforms for donations, raffles, and merchandise sales. Zeffy combines ticketing, auctions, raffles, and donations in one system.
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Start fundraising in minutes, not months
PatronManager requires $99+ monthly commitments and complex setup, while RSVPify offers limited nonprofit features. Zeffy lets you create professional fundraising events immediately with no upfront costs.
Frequently asked questions
How does Zeffy save nonprofits money compared to PatronManager and RSVPify?
PatronManager costs $99+ monthly plus 2.9% transaction fees, while RSVPify charges $19+ monthly plus processing fees. Zeffy eliminates both subscription costs and platform fees, letting you keep 100% of what you raise.
Can Zeffy handle all our fundraising needs beyond just events?
Yes. While PatronManager and RSVPify only handle events, Zeffy combines ticketing with donations, auctions, raffles, memberships, and peer-to-peer campaigns. One platform covers all your fundraising activities.
Why should nonprofits choose Zeffy over PatronManager or RSVPify for event management?
Zeffy offers 100% free event ticketing with zero platform fees, while PatronManager charges $99+ monthly and RSVPify starts at $19/month. You keep every dollar raised for your cause instead of paying subscription costs that drain your budget.
How does Zeffy's fundraising compare to event management platforms like PatronManager and RSVPify?
Unlike PatronManager and RSVPify which focus only on events, Zeffy combines ticketing with donations, raffles, auctions, and peer-to-peer campaigns in one platform. No need for multiple tools or complex integrations.
What makes Zeffy better for small nonprofits than traditional event management software?
Zeffy eliminates monthly fees that eat into tight nonprofit budgets. While PatronManager and RSVPify charge ongoing subscriptions, Zeffy lets donors leave voluntary contributions to support the platform, keeping your costs at zero.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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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