Zeffy VS Boosterthon

Run peer-to-peer campaigns that keep 100% of donations while giving supporters easy ways to fundraise for your cause. Zero fees, full control.

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Zeffy VS Boosterthon

Zeffy VS Boosterthon: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

$2,000 base + 15–25% platform cut

Processing fees

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

Varies.

Processing included in total percentage fee (15–46%), with donors given the option to cover fees.

Platform fees

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

Varies.

Percentage-based platform fee included in total cut, reported between 15–46% depending on service level; free for some full-service school contracts, small fee for platform-only use.

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$0.

No explicit monthly subscription fee mentioned; revenue comes from percentage-based fundraising fees.

Other fees

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

Varies.

Total fees per donation can reach up to 46% depending on service level and support selected.

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

3/10.

No public pricing page; fees referenced vaguely in FAQs and require contacting sales for full details.

Value for money

5/5.

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

N/A.

Features

5/5.

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

4.0/5.

Event-only fundraising with percentage fees - no donation forms, memberships, or year-round tools

Donations

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

No general donation tools - built exclusively for school fun run fundraisers, not ongoing giving

Ticketing

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

No ticketing features - focuses only on pledge-based fun run events, not ticketed fundraisers

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

Full-service fun run program with done-for-you planning, materials, and pledge collection platform

Auctions

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

No auction tools - Boosterthon is a turnkey fun run program, not a fundraising platform

Raffles

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

No raffle tools - program is designed around fun runs and fitness challenges only

Online Store

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

No online store - fundraising limited to pledge collection for fun run participation

Memberships

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

No membership features - designed for single annual fun run events, not ongoing programs

Donor management/CRM

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

No donor management tools - Boosterthon handles all fundraising logistics as a service provider

Emails & Newsletter

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

No email marketing access - all parent and donor communications managed by Boosterthon staff

Payment Processing

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

Managed payment collection through their program coordinators - no direct payment processing

Payment Methods

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

Credit cards only for school fundraising campaigns. No ACH, digital wallets, or in-person payments.

Credit Card Payments

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

Accepts credit and debit cards through their fundraising platform - limited to school fundraising campaigns only.

Apple Pay & Google Pay

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

No digital wallet support mentioned - standard card checkout process only.

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

No ACH bank transfer options - card payments only for all fundraising activities.

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 collection - focuses exclusively on online peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns.

Support

5/5.

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

N/A.

Support is robust but built specifically for K-12 schools and fun-run events; quality and features vary by service tier and nonprofit-focused guidance is limited.

Help Center

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

Comprehensive self-service resources and guides are available, but content is focused on school events and may not cover nonprofit peer-to-peer use cases.

Email Support

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

Email support available but focused on school coordinators with limited nonprofit-specific expertise.

Phone Support

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

Phone support is offered during school hours and is intended for education coordinators and event staff rather than general nonprofit teams.

Onboarding

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

Dedicated contacts and customizable service levels mean onboarding and hands-on support are available for schools on certain plans, though nonprofit onboarding is limited.

Community

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

No formal community forum or user groups for nonprofits; social proof and testimonials exist but not an active user community.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over Boosterthon?

Keep more of what your community raises, year-round

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Keep more of what your community gives

Boosterthon takes up to 46% per donation. Zeffy is 100% free, so every dollar goes to your mission — and donors see exactly where their money lands.

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Run fundraisers year-round, not just once

Boosterthon is built for one annual fun run. Zeffy gives you peer-to-peer, ticketing, auctions, and memberships — so you can fundraise whenever your team needs it.

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Get started in minutes, not months

Boosterthon requires months of planning and coordination. Zeffy's built for small teams — launch a peer-to-peer campaign in under 15 minutes, no training required.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Boosterthon

How much does Zeffy cost compared to Boosterthon?

Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. Boosterthon takes up to 46% per donation. With Zeffy, donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep the platform free, so more money goes directly to your mission.

Can I run multiple fundraisers throughout the year with Zeffy?

Yes. Zeffy supports peer-to-peer campaigns, ticketing, auctions, raffles, and memberships year-round. Boosterthon is designed for one annual fun run event, limiting your fundraising options throughout the year.

How quickly can I launch a peer-to-peer campaign on Zeffy?

You can launch a peer-to-peer campaign in under 15 minutes. Boosterthon requires months of planning and coordination. Zeffy is built for small teams who need to fundraise quickly without extensive training or setup time.

Does Zeffy support donor management and email marketing?

Yes. Zeffy includes built-in donor management and email marketing tools at no extra cost. Boosterthon handles communications for you, giving you no direct access to donor data or the ability to build relationships year-round.

What payment methods does Zeffy accept compared to Boosterthon?

Zeffy accepts credit cards, debit cards, ACH bank transfers, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. Boosterthon only accepts card payments, limiting how donors can give and potentially reducing participation in your campaigns.

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100,000+ nonprofits trust Zeffy — and keep their fees at $0.

For 7+ years, Zeffy has supported nonprofits with free, user-friendly fundraising tools.

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.

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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!