BiddingForGood Pricing Breakdown: $595/yr + 9% vs Zeffy's $0

Plus, BiddingForGood only handles auctions. Zeffy includes donations, ticketing, raffles, and a donor CRM.

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Zeffy VS BiddingForGood

Zeffy VS BiddingForGood: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

$595/year + 9% + card fees on bids

Processing fees

$0 in credit card and transaction fees. Zeffy covers these. How? →

2.9% + $0.30.

typical credit card processing rate per transaction; donors can opt to cover both platform and processing fees

Platform fees

Zeffy never takes a cut. Unlike platforms that skim 3–5%, you keep 100% of every donation.

7%.

platform fee on winning bids and donations processed; varies between 5–9% depending on plan

Monthly fees

0/month.

No subscriptions, no paywalls. Every org, big or small, gets full access for free.

$0.

No monthly fee structure; annual subscriptions from $595/year to $1,595/year with a free tier and $600/year intermediate option

Other fees

We've never charged a single cent to nonprofits and we never will.

Varies.

$495 per event for basic mobile bidding; $1,995 + travel for premium event support; $2,995 per event + travel for on-site support

Pricing transparency

10/10.

No platform fees, no credit card fees, no hidden fees, no fees period!

3/10.

No clear pricing page. Fees scattered across PDFs and third-party sites. Users must dig for info.

Value for money

5/5.

450+ reviews on Capterra. All-in-one fundraising, zero fees, unbeatable value.

3.2/5.

Features

5/5.

No training needed. Built for busy nonprofit teams, not tech pros. Launch a campaign in under 30 minutes.

3.5/5.

Auction-only platform with no donation forms, memberships, or year-round fundraising tools

Donations

Donations without the cut. Custom forms, tax receipts, donor tracking — all fee-free.

No donation forms - built for auctions only, requires separate platform for general fundraising

Ticketing

Sell tickets, check in guests, track sales — and keep 100%. No fees. No fine print.

Event ticketing available with registration forms and payment processing for auction events

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Teams or individuals launch fundraising pages in minutes. Track progress, keep 100%. No fees.

No peer-to-peer campaigns - supporters can't create personal fundraising pages or teams

Auctions

Run auctions without giving up a percentage. List items, track bids, collect payments — all fee-free.

Online auction platform with mobile bidding, item management, and automated outbid notifications for silent and live auctions

Raffles

Host online raffles and 50/50s. Track sales, set ticket limits, stay compliant — all without paying a cent.

No raffle tools - focused on silent and live auctions, not games of chance or 50/50 draws

Online Store

Skip the tool sprawl. Sell merch and manage your store in one place — no fees, no add-ons.

No online store - auction catalog only, not designed for ongoing product sales or merchandise

Memberships

Automate memberships with no per-member fees. Dues go straight to your org — perfect for clubs, alumni, and supporters.

No membership tools - auction-focused platform only, not designed for ongoing member relationships

Donor management/CRM

Ditch the expensive CRM. Track donations, send thank-yous, and build donor loyalty — all fee-free.

Basic bidder contact data only - no donor profiles, giving history, or nonprofit CRM features

Emails & Newsletter

Manage contacts and send newsletters from the same place you fundraise. Unlimited sends, no fees.

Auction-related emails only - bidder notifications and receipts, no fundraising campaigns or donor newsletters

Payment Processing

Accept donations, ticket sales, and payments — all 100% fee-free. No cuts, no hidden fees, ever.

Integrated payment processing with automatic invoicing and credit card collection from winning bidders

Payment Methods

All-in-one fundraising: donations, events, memberships, email, and donor CRM — 100% free.

Credit cards only. No digital wallets, ACH, or in-person payment options.

Credit Card Payments

Accept all major credit cards with zero processing fees. Zeffy covers the cost — you keep 100% of every donation.

All major credit and debit cards accepted for auction bidding - charges 3% processing fees plus platform costs

Apple Pay & Google Pay

One-tap donations and tickets with Apple Pay & Google Pay. No fees, just smooth mobile checkouts.

No digital wallet support - bidders limited to manual card entry during auction checkout

ACH / Bank Transfers

Accept bank transfers with zero fees. Full donation amounts go straight to your mission.

No ACH bank transfer option - bidders must use credit cards only, limiting large gift potential

Tap to Pay App

Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.

No in-person payment tools for live auctions - requires separate hardware or cash handling

Support

5/5.

Real humans, real fast. Free email and phone support — no bots, no paywalls, no runaround.

3.5/5.

Support access prioritizes larger clients and enterprise accounts. Phone help limited to business hours - no coverage during evening or weekend events.

Help Center

Searchable help docs, video tutorials, and step-by-step guides — all free, all the time.

Yes - Comprehensive help center with guides, tutorials, and resources at no charge

Email Support

Email us anytime. Most questions answered within hours — not days.

Email support available but response times can be slow during peak auction seasons

Phone Support

Need to talk? Call us. Real support from real people who understand nonprofits.

Phone support available during business hours only - no evening or weekend coverage for events

Onboarding

Get set up in under 30 minutes. No training required — but we're here if you need us.

No dedicated onboarding for standard users — onboarding assistance is reserved for larger or enterprise clients.

Community

Join thousands of nonprofits sharing tips, templates, and best practices.

No community forum or user groups available

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over BiddingForGood?

Run your auction and your year-round fundraising in one place

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Run your auction and your year-round fundraising in one place

BiddingForGood only handles auctions, so you'll need separate tools for donations, memberships, and donor management — Zeffy does it all, fee-free

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Your auction shouldn't cost you twice

BiddingForGood charges up to 9% on winning bids plus annual fees. With Zeffy, bidders see 100% of their support go to your mission, not platform costs.

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Run your whole year, not just one event

BiddingForGood only handles auctions. Zeffy gives you donation forms, ticketing, peer-to-peer, raffles, and a donor CRM so you can fundraise year-round without switching tools.

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Get started in minutes, not months

BiddingForGood requires setup calls, training, and planning timelines. Zeffy's built for small teams who need to launch fast and learn as they go, with no onboarding required.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and BiddingForGood

Does Zeffy charge platform fees on auction bids like BiddingForGood?

No. BiddingForGood charges up to 9% on winning bids plus annual subscription fees. Zeffy charges zero platform fees, so 100% of every bid goes directly to your organization.

Can I use Zeffy for more than just auctions?

Yes. Unlike BiddingForGood, Zeffy includes donation forms, event ticketing, peer-to-peer campaigns, raffles, and donor management so you can fundraise all year without switching platforms.

How long does it take to set up an auction on Zeffy?

You can launch an auction in minutes. There's no onboarding process, setup calls, or training required. Just create your account, add items, and start accepting bids right away.

What payment options can bidders use on Zeffy?

Bidders can pay with all major credit and debit cards, plus Apple Pay and Google Pay for faster checkout. Unlike BiddingForGood, Zeffy also accepts ACH bank transfers for larger gifts.

How much does BiddingForGood cost per year?

BiddingForGood charges annual fees ranging from $249 to $595+ per year, plus 5-9% on winning bids and potential processing fees around 2.9%. Zeffy has no annual fees and no percentage taken from bids.

Does BiddingForGood charge credit card processing fees on top of their platform fee?

Yes, BiddingForGood may charge additional processing fees (around 2.9%) on top of their 5-9% bid fee and annual subscription. Zeffy covers all transaction and credit card fees, so you keep every dollar.

Can I accept in-person payments at my auction with Zeffy?

Yes. Zeffy supports both online and in-person auction payments, while BiddingForGood focuses primarily on online auctions.

Does Zeffy include donor management for auction bidders?

Yes. Zeffy includes a built-in CRM that permanently stores donor data from your auctions and all other campaigns. BiddingForGood may limit your access to bidder data.

How much could my nonprofit save by switching from BiddingForGood to Zeffy?

On a $10,000 auction, BiddingForGood fees can reach $500-$900. For a $50,000 auction, you could pay $1,750-$4,500 in fees. With Zeffy, you keep 100% of what you raise.

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“We were incurring a ton of fees for our past fundraising platform and Zeffy has helped us receive so much more of our donations.”

Zeffy has been invaluable in helping me track our donors, sales, events, and revenue in one spot. The coolest thing about Zeffy is it really is free!

Everything about Zeffy suits us starting with (of course, NO fees) but also the ease of use and customer experience as well as their client support!!

Zeffy is very easy to use and ensures that every dollar quickly gets into our account.. A huge help to our work!

Zeffy is very simple, allows for a lot of customization and seamlessly integrates into our website. The fact that all of this is free is still wild to me.

We couldn't believe there was a free payment platform for our Girl Scout group. Zeffy took ZERO fees from us, which is huge when you run on very small amounts of money.

We were ready to sell tickets in less than 30 minutes. The reporting capabilities were better than some other paid-for sites.

Since using Zeffy, our conversion rate of donations has skyrocketed. It's an easy platform to use. Plus customer support has always been responsive and helpful!