Snap! Raise VS Pledge
Snap! Raise takes $2,000 from every $10,000 raised. Pledge takes $500. Both charge fees — Zeffy takes $0 and gives you the same tools free.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Snap! Raise VS Pledge
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Why choose Zeffy over Snap! Raise and Pledge if you're a nonprofit
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Snap! Raise and Pledge charge fees on every dollar raised — Zeffy never does
Snap! Raise takes 20% of every campaign. Pledge charges 2.9% + $0.30 on gifts over $1,000, plus $5 monthly disbursement fees. Zeffy charges zero fees on donations of any size, so your community's full support reaches your mission.
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Snap! Raise and Pledge limit what you can do without upgrading — Zeffy gives you everything for free
Snap! Raise is built for school campaigns, not year-round fundraising. Pledge requires paid plans for full features like custom branding and peer-to-peer tools. Zeffy includes donations, events, memberships, raffles, auctions, and donor management in one platform — completely free.
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Snap! Raise and Pledge make you cover costs when tips don't work — Zeffy never passes fees to your org
Snap! Raise's 20% cut is mandatory. Pledge relies on donor tips to cover fees, and if tips don't work, you pay. Zeffy covers all processing costs through voluntary donor contributions, so your nonprofit never pays a cent — even if a donor opts out.
Frequently asked questions
Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for all fundraising activities?
Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees, zero processing fees, and zero monthly fees on all fundraising activities. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support our platform, but it's completely optional.
Can I run my entire fundraising program in one platform without switching tools?
Absolutely. Zeffy includes donation forms, event ticketing, membership management, raffles, auctions, and donor CRM in one platform. You don't need to pay for or learn multiple tools throughout the year.
How quickly can I get help when I need it?
Our support team responds within 2-6 business hours and includes nonprofit fundraising experts who understand your day-to-day challenges and speak your language, not corporate jargon.
Can I collect donations at events without extra hardware or fees?
Yes. Zeffy's Tap to Pay app lets anyone on your team collect donations directly from their phone. No card readers, no setup fees, no transaction costs.
What happens if I need to switch from a school-focused platform to something built for nonprofits?
Zeffy makes switching easy. Export your donor data and import it into our system. Our support team walks you through the process so nothing gets lost.
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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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