Raise 365 VS Tithely
Raise 365 takes 8% total fees on every donation. Tithely charges 2.9% + $0.30. Both platforms cost nonprofits thousands — $800 vs $290 on every $10,000 raised.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Raise 365 VS Tithely
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Raise 365 and Tithely if you're a nonprofit
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Raise 365 and Tithely charge fees on every donation — Zeffy doesn't
Raise 365 takes 8% in fees and Tithely charges 2.9% plus card fees. Zeffy covers all costs so your $1,000 fundraiser stays at $1,000, no math required.
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Built for nonprofits, not just churches or paid plans
Tithely was designed for churches and Raise 365 locks features behind paid plans. Zeffy gives you donations, ticketing, raffles, CRM, and email in one place, free for every mission.
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Launch campaigns in minutes without losing money to platform costs
Raise 365's unclear setup and Tithely's church-focused tools leave small teams guessing. Zeffy's built for first-timers — create your first form and start fundraising today.
Frequently asked questions
Can I run all my fundraising activities without paying platform fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes auctions, raffles, ticketing, and online stores with zero fees. Raise 365 and Tithely lock these features behind paid plans or don't offer them at all.
Will I get support that understands my nonprofit's needs?
Absolutely. Zeffy's team specializes in nonprofit fundraising with live chat, email, and phone support. Both competitors offer limited help or focus only on church operations.
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 monthly fees?
Absolutely. Zeffy includes ticketing, raffles, peer-to-peer campaigns, and donation forms 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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