CauseVox Pricing Breakdown: What You'll Actually Pay in Fees

CauseVox charges 4.5% platform fees plus 2.9% processing on every donation. See how that compares to zero.

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Zeffy VS CauseVox

Zeffy VS CauseVox: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

$250/month or you cover fees if tips fail

Processing fees

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

2.2% + $0.30.

to 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction; discount for nonprofits available

Platform fees

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

4.5%.

CauseVox platform fee mentioned for Lite plan; Basic plan has no monthly fee but still has platform fees

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$0.

Free/Basic plan available; paid plans from $65/month annually ($780/year) or $95/month up to $250+/month for Professional and higher tiers

Other fees

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

Varies.

No other fees explicitly mentioned; trial limit of $5000 before monthly fees apply

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

3/10.

Pricing hidden behind website errors; must dig through help articles to find fees

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.

4.4/5.

Campaign-focused platform with limited year-round tools - missing store, raffles, and full membership features

Donations

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

CauseVox offers donation forms with recurring giving and campaign pages - requires paid plan for full features

Ticketing

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

Event registration available with ticketing options - limited to higher-tier paid plans only

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

Peer-to-peer campaigns with team pages and fundraiser dashboards - core feature on paid plans

Auctions

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

No auction support - requires connecting external auction platforms

Raffles

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

No raffle tools - nonprofits need separate platform for compliance and winner selection

Online Store

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

No online store functionality - can't sell merchandise or products alongside fundraising

Memberships

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

Recurring donation programs only - no member portal, self-service, or membership tier management

Donor management/CRM

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

Donor database with giving history, campaign tracking, and basic segmentation tools

Emails & Newsletter

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

Built-in email campaigns with templates and donor communication tools

Payment Processing

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

Stripe integration with automated receipts and multiple payment methods

Payment Methods

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

Credit cards and digital wallets only. No ACH bank transfers 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 through integrated payment processing

Apple Pay & Google Pay

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

Apple Pay and Google Pay supported through standard checkout flow

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

No ACH bank transfers available - card payments only limits options for large donors

Tap to Pay App

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

No native in-person payment tools - requires separate hardware and third-party setup

Support

5/5.

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

4.5/5.

Support access depends on plan tier — free users get limited help center access, and full guides require a paid subscription starting at $99/mo.

Help Center

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

Limited knowledge base available to all users; full step-by-step guides and in-depth articles require a paid subscription.

Email Support

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

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

Phone Support

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

Phone support is available on higher-tier plans only and is not included with starter pricing.

Onboarding

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

No dedicated onboarding included for standard plans; setup is primarily self-service with paid plans offering additional guides.

Community

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

No community forum or user groups are available.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over CauseVox?

Keep more of what you raise, without paying for features you can't use

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Keep more of what you raise, without paying for features you can't use

CauseVox charges monthly fees and limits tools by plan tier. Zeffy gives you everything — donations, ticketing, CRM, raffles, auctions — at zero cost.

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Keep more of what you raise, without the monthly bill

CauseVox charges monthly fees starting at $95, plus processing fees on every donation. Zeffy is 100% free, so your donors' contributions go directly to your mission.

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Run your whole fundraising year from one place

CauseVox requires paid plans to unlock ticketing, events, and full donor tools. Zeffy includes donations, ticketing, memberships, raffles, and CRM at no cost.

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Get started in minutes, not months

CauseVox requires setup time and paid plans to access full features. Zeffy is ready to use right away, with everything you need included from day one.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and CauseVox

How much does Zeffy cost compared to CauseVox?

Zeffy is 100% free with no monthly fees, platform fees, or hidden costs. CauseVox charges monthly fees starting at $95, plus processing fees on every donation. With Zeffy, donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep the platform free for nonprofits.

Can I run events and peer-to-peer campaigns without paying monthly fees?

Yes. Zeffy includes ticketing, peer-to-peer campaigns, and event registration at no cost. CauseVox requires paid plans starting at $95/month to access these features, which means you're paying before you even start raising funds.

Do I need to upgrade to access donor management and email tools?

No. Zeffy includes donor management, email campaigns, and CRM tools for free from day one. CauseVox limits these features to higher-tier paid plans, so you'll need to upgrade and pay monthly fees to access full donor tools.

Can I accept ACH payments and in-person donations with Zeffy?

Yes. Zeffy supports ACH bank transfers, credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and in-person payments at no extra cost. CauseVox only accepts card payments and requires separate hardware for in-person giving.

How much would I lose in fees if I raise $10,000 with CauseVox?

On $10,000 raised, CauseVox's 5% platform fee plus 2.9% processing fees add up to roughly $790 lost to fees. With Zeffy, you keep the full $10,000.

Is Zeffy really free, or are there hidden costs?

Zeffy is genuinely free for nonprofits. There are no platform fees, monthly fees, or processing fees. The platform is funded by optional tips from donors, which are never required.

How long does it take to set up Zeffy compared to CauseVox?

Zeffy is designed for quick setup with no training required. You can launch donation forms, events, or peer-to-peer campaigns in minutes. CauseVox may require more onboarding time, especially for higher-tier features.

Does CauseVox charge a platform fee on top of payment processing?

Yes. CauseVox charges a 5% platform fee plus payment processing fees (2.9% + $0.30 per transaction). Zeffy charges zero platform or processing fees.

Can small nonprofits afford CauseVox?

CauseVox's entry-level pricing starts at $275/month, which can be a significant expense for small organizations. Zeffy offers the same core features at no cost, making it more accessible for grassroots nonprofits.

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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!