Raise 365 VS Instaraise
Raise 365 takes $800 from every $10,000 raised. InstaRaise hides their fees completely — some users report losing up to 20%. Both charge fees that cut into your mission.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Raise 365 VS Instaraise
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Raise 365 and Instaraise if you're a nonprofit
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Raise 365 and Instaraise take up to 28% in fees, Zeffy takes nothing
Raise 365 charges 5% plus card fees on every donation. Instaraise hides their pricing and may take up to 20%. Zeffy covers all costs so your $1,000 raffle stays at $1,000.
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Raise 365 and Instaraise lock features behind paywalls, Zeffy gives you everything free
Raise 365 requires paid plans for raffles and custom branding. Instaraise locks donor CRM and advanced tools behind upgrades. Zeffy includes donations, events, raffles, email, and CRM from day one.
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Raise 365 and Instaraise leave you guessing on costs, Zeffy shows you exactly what you keep
Raise 365 buries fees across multiple pages. Instaraise doesn't publish pricing at all. Zeffy is 100% free with no platform fees, no processing fees, and no surprises.
Frequently asked questions
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 campaigns without paying for upgrades?
Absolutely. Zeffy includes ticketing, raffles, auctions, and peer-to-peer campaigns at no cost. No paid plans required to access the 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.
Can I run all my fundraising activities without paying for upgrades?
Yes. Zeffy includes auctions, raffles, ticketing, and online stores at zero cost. Both Raise 365 and Instaraise lock these features behind paid plans, but you get everything free with Zeffy.
How does Zeffy help me accept more payment types than competitors?
Zeffy accepts all major cards, ACH transfers, Apple Pay, and Google Pay with zero fees. Raise 365 limits ACH to recurring gifts only, while Instaraise doesn't offer ACH at all.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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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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