Raise 365 VS CauseVox
Raise 365 takes 8% of every donation (5% platform + 2.9% + $0.30). CauseVox charges $250/month before you raise a dollar. Both cost nonprofits thousands yearly.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Raise 365 VS CauseVox
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Raise 365 and CauseVox if you're a nonprofit
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Raise 365 and CauseVox charge fees that add up fast, Zeffy keeps 100% in your hands
Raise 365 takes 5% plus card fees on every donation. CauseVox charges $250/month or passes fees to you if tips fail. Zeffy covers all costs so your $1,000 raffle stays at $1,000.
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Raise 365 and CauseVox lock features behind paid plans, Zeffy gives you everything for free
Raise 365 requires paid upgrades for raffles and ticketing. CauseVox locks auctions, stores, and memberships behind higher tiers. Zeffy includes donations, events, raffles, CRM, and email at zero cost.
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Raise 365 and CauseVox leave you guessing with limited support, Zeffy helps you succeed from day one
Raise 365 offers unclear setup and slow support. CauseVox limits help to paid plans and has no live chat. Zeffy gives you real humans, fast answers, and step-by-step guides — all free.
Frequently asked questions
Can I run auctions and sell merchandise without extra fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes auctions, online stores, and merchandise sales at zero cost. Raise 365 and CauseVox don't offer these features, forcing you to use separate platforms and pay additional fees.
Will I get stuck with hidden fees or monthly charges later?
Never. Zeffy has been 100% free since day one and always will be. Unlike competitors who charge 5-8% in fees plus monthly costs, we keep every dollar with your mission where it belongs.
Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for fundraising?
Yes. Zeffy covers all platform and processing costs so you keep 100% of donations. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support our platform.
Can I run events and raffles without paying monthly fees?
Absolutely. Zeffy includes ticketing, raffles, auctions, and peer-to-peer campaigns at no cost. No upgrades or hidden fees to access features you need.
How quickly can I launch my first campaign?
Most organizations launch their first campaign the same day they sign up. Our tools are built for small teams with no tech experience required.
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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