Bloomerang Pricing Breakdown: What $125/Month Gets You vs a Free Alternative
Bloomerang charges $125/mo+ for CRM only. Zeffy includes donations, events, auctions, and ticketing at $0.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Zeffy VS Bloomerang
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Run your fundraising and donor management in one place
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Run your fundraising and donor management in one place
Bloomerang is built for donor tracking, not fundraising. Zeffy gives you forms, events, CRM, and email in one platform with no monthly fees.
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Your CRM shouldn't cost more than your fundraising brings in
Bloomerang starts at $125/month before you raise a dollar. Zeffy is free, so every donation goes to your mission — not monthly software bills.
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Run campaigns without juggling three different platforms
Bloomerang tracks donors well, but you'll need separate tools for auctions, raffles, and ticketing. Zeffy gives you fundraising and donor management in one place.
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Get started in minutes, not months
Bloomerang's CRM takes weeks to set up and learn. Zeffy works right away — no training required, no consultant needed, just fundraising tools that make sense.
Frequently asked questions
Does Zeffy charge monthly fees like Bloomerang?
No. Zeffy has zero monthly fees, so you keep 100% of donations. Bloomerang starts at $125/month before you raise a dollar, plus extra costs for fundraising tools.
Can I run events and campaigns without paying for add-ons?
Yes. Zeffy includes donation forms, ticketing, raffles, auctions, and peer-to-peer in one platform. Bloomerang requires paid add-ons and separate tools for most fundraising campaigns.
How long does it take to get started with Zeffy?
You can launch your first campaign in minutes. Zeffy works right away with no training or setup fees. Bloomerang's CRM takes weeks to configure and often requires a consultant.
What kind of support does Zeffy offer compared to Bloomerang?
Zeffy offers email support, live chat, and a help center at no cost. Bloomerang includes support only on paid plans starting at $125/month with limited hours Monday through Friday.
Does Zeffy accept credit cards, ACH, Apple Pay, and Google Pay without locking you into one processor?
Yes. Zeffy accepts credit cards, ACH, Apple Pay, and Google Pay without locking you into one processor. Bloomerang requires their payment system and doesn't support digital wallets.
What are Bloomerang's processing fees on top of the monthly cost?
Bloomerang charges processing fees plus a 1% platform fee on donations. With Zeffy, there are no processing fees or platform fees, so your nonprofit keeps every dollar raised.
Is Bloomerang worth it for a small nonprofit with a tight budget?
Bloomerang starts at $125/month for CRM alone, plus extra for fundraising tools and a 1% cut of donations. For small nonprofits watching every dollar, Zeffy offers the same core features with zero fees.
Does Bloomerang include a CRM, or is that separate from fundraising tools?
Bloomerang's CRM and fundraising tools are priced separately, starting at $125/month for CRM and $40/month for fundraising. Zeffy includes both donor management and fundraising in one platform at no cost.
Can small churches use Zeffy instead of Bloomerang?
Yes. Zeffy works well for small churches that need donation forms, event ticketing, and donor tracking without paying monthly fees or losing a percentage of gifts to platform costs.
How does Zeffy stay free if Bloomerang charges hundreds per month?
Zeffy is funded by optional tips from donors. The tip is never required, and nonprofits always keep 100% of what they raise with no platform, transaction, or credit card fees.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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