Does Tithely Charge Fees? Yes — Here's a Zero-Fee Alternative
Tithely charges 2.9% + 30¢ per donation plus $19-$119/month for features. Zeffy includes everything free.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Run your nonprofit without paying for church software
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Run your nonprofit without paying for church software
Tithely was built for churches, not nonprofits. Zeffy gives you donation forms, ticketing, CRM, and peer-to-peer fundraising with zero fees.
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Built for nonprofits, not just churches
Tithely's features are designed for faith communities. Zeffy works for every mission — food banks, animal rescues, youth programs, and advocacy groups.
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Every tool you need, no monthly fees to unlock them
Tithely charges $19 to $119 per month to access text-to-give, event tools, and management features. Zeffy includes donations, ticketing, CRM, and peer-to-peer in one free platform.
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Get started in minutes, not months
Tithely's church-focused setup can feel overwhelming for small nonprofits. Zeffy's built for first-time users — create your first form, send it out, and start fundraising today.
Frequently asked questions
How is Zeffy different from Tithely?
Zeffy charges zero fees and was built for all nonprofits. Tithely charges 2.9% + 30¢ per donation plus monthly fees up to $119, and its features are designed for churches.
Does Zeffy work for nonprofits that aren't churches?
Yes. Zeffy works for food banks, animal rescues, youth programs, advocacy groups, and any mission. Tithely's tools and support are focused on faith communities and church giving.
Do I have to pay monthly fees to access all of Zeffy's features?
No. Zeffy includes donation forms, ticketing, CRM, peer-to-peer fundraising, and email tools with zero platform fees. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution.
Do I have to pay monthly fees to access all of Zeffy's features?
Yes. Zeffy includes text-to-give and recurring donations with zero platform fees. Tithely charges $19 per month for text-to-give on top of transaction fees.
Can I switch from Tithely to Zeffy without losing my donor data?
Yes. Zeffy lets you import your donor list and giving history so you can keep building relationships without starting over. Your supporters won't notice the switch.
How much does Tithely charge per transaction?
Tithely charges 2.9% + 30¢ per credit or debit card transaction, 3.5% + 30¢ for American Express, and 1% + 30¢ for ACH bank transfers. Zeffy charges zero transaction fees on all payment types.
Is there a free alternative to Tithely for nonprofits?
Yes. Zeffy offers donation forms, ticketing, CRM, peer-to-peer fundraising, and text-to-give with zero platform or transaction fees. It works for any registered nonprofit, not just churches.
Does Tithely charge extra for text-to-give?
Yes. Tithely charges $19 per month for text-to-give on top of its transaction fees. Zeffy includes text-to-give at no extra cost.
How does Zeffy stay free if there are no fees?
Zeffy is funded by optional tips from donors at checkout. The tip is never required, and nonprofits always keep 100% of what they raise.
Can I use Zeffy if my nonprofit isn't a church?
Absolutely. Zeffy was built for all nonprofits, including food banks, youth sports leagues, PTAs, animal rescues, and advocacy groups. Tithely's features are designed specifically for churches.
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.
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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