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Charidy Fees and Features: How It Compares to Year-Round Fundraising
Charidy takes 2.9% + card fees on campaigns only. Zeffy adds ticketing, memberships, and a full donor CRM for $0.
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Charidy
Zeffy VS Charidy
Pricing
Zeffy:
$
0.
Charidy: 
2.9%.
platform cut + card fees
Processing fees
Charidy:
N/A.
Standard credit card processing fees in addition to the 2.9% platform fee; exact rates not disclosed
Platform fees
Zeffy:
$
0.
Zeffy never takes a cut. Unlike platforms that skim 3–5%, you keep 100% of every donation.
Charidy:
2.9%.
of funds raised, only charged for successful campaigns
Monthly fees
Zeffy:
$
0/month.
No subscriptions, no paywalls. Every org, big or small, gets full access for free.
Charidy:
$0.
No monthly subscription fees for standard campaigns; paid plans available at $499/month and $1499/month for larger organizations
Other fees
Zeffy:
$
0.
We've never charged a single cent to nonprofits and we never will.
Charidy:
N/A.
No other fees mentioned; no upfront fees; no hidden Charidy fees for matcher donations
Pricing transparency
Zeffy:
10/10.
No platform fees, no credit card fees, no hidden fees, no fees period!
Charidy:
3/10.
No pricing page exists. Users must contact sales or dig through help articles for fee info.
Value for money
Zeffy:
5/5.
450+ reviews on Capterra. All-in-one fundraising, zero fees, unbeatable value.
Charidy:
4.5/5.
Features
Zeffy:
5/5.
No training needed. Built for busy nonprofit teams, not tech pros. Launch a campaign in under 30 minutes.
Charidy:
4.3/5.
Campaign-only platform with limited tools - no memberships, auctions, or year-round fundraising beyond time-limited crowdfunding
Donations
Zeffy: 
Donations without the cut. Custom forms, tax receipts, donor tracking — all fee-free.
Charidy:
Crowdfunding campaigns with matching gifts and donor challenges - requires campaign model, not ongoing donations
Ticketing
Zeffy:
Sell tickets, check in guests, track sales — and keep 100%. No fees. No fine print.
Charidy:
No ticketing tools - focused on time-limited campaigns, not event management or ticket sales
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Zeffy:
Teams or individuals launch fundraising pages in minutes. Track progress, keep 100%. No fees.
Charidy:
Peer-to-peer fundraising with team pages and leaderboards during campaign periods only
Auctions
Zeffy:
Run auctions without giving up a percentage. List items, track bids, collect payments — all fee-free.
Charidy:
No auction features - focused on crowdfunding campaigns, not silent auctions or bidding events
Raffles
Zeffy:
Host online raffles and 50/50s. Track sales, set ticket limits, stay compliant — all without paying a cent.
Charidy:
No raffle features - campaign-only platform without lottery or prize draw functionality
Online Store
Zeffy:
Skip the tool sprawl. Sell merch and manage your store in one place — no fees, no add-ons.
Charidy:
No online store - built for donation campaigns, not selling products or merchandise
Memberships
Zeffy:
Automate memberships with no per-member fees. Dues go straight to your org — perfect for clubs, alumni, and supporters.
Charidy:
No membership tools - designed for time-limited crowdfunding campaigns, not ongoing member relationships
Donor management/CRM
Zeffy:
Ditch the expensive CRM. Track donations, send thank-yous, and build donor loyalty — all fee-free.
Charidy:
Campaign donor tracking only - no full donor profiles, giving history across campaigns, or nonprofit CRM
Emails & Newsletter
Zeffy:
Manage contacts and send newsletters from the same place you fundraise. Unlimited sends, no fees.
Charidy:
Campaign update emails only - no donor communication tools or fundraising newsletters outside campaigns
Payment Processing
Zeffy:
Accept donations, ticket sales, and payments — all 100% fee-free. No cuts, no hidden fees, ever.
Charidy:
Stripe integration with credit card processing and multiple payment methods
Payment Methods
Zeffy:
All-in-one fundraising: donations, events, memberships, email, and donor CRM — 100% free.
Charidy:
Stripe-based processing: credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay supported; ACH available for larger donations. No native in-person payment tools.
Credit Card Payments
Zeffy:
Accept all major credit cards with zero processing fees. Zeffy covers the cost — you keep 100% of every donation.
Charidy:
All major credit and debit cards accepted through Stripe integration with standard processing fees
Apple Pay & Google Pay
Zeffy:
One-tap donations and tickets with Apple Pay & Google Pay. No fees, just smooth mobile checkouts.
Charidy:
Apple Pay and Google Pay supported through Stripe checkout for faster donor conversion
ACH / Bank Transfers
Zeffy:
Accept bank transfers with zero fees. Full donation amounts go straight to your mission.
Charidy:
ACH bank transfers available for larger donations - helps reduce card processing costs on major gifts
Tap to Pay App
Zeffy:
Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.
Charidy:
No native in-person payment tools - crowdfunding platform focused on online campaigns only
Support
Zeffy:
5/5.
Real humans, real fast. Free email and phone support — no bots, no paywalls, no runaround.
Charidy:
4.8/5.
Support available but gated by pricing plan — enterprise customers get priority access, phone support, and faster responses; smaller nonprofits are limited to email and chat with longer waits.
Help Center
Zeffy:
Searchable help docs, video tutorials, and step-by-step guides — all free, all the time.
Charidy:
Searchable knowledge base and documentation available; advanced tutorials and webinars are primarily for enterprise clients.
Email Support
Zeffy:
Email us anytime. Most questions answered within hours — not days.
Charidy:
Email support with response times varying by plan level - enterprise gets same-day, others wait longer
Phone Support
Zeffy:
Need to talk? Call us. Real support from real people who understand nonprofits.
Charidy:
Phone support available for enterprise plans only - smaller nonprofits limited to email and chat
Onboarding
Zeffy:
Get set up in under 30 minutes. No training required — but we're here if you need us.
Charidy:
Dedicated onboarding and training sessions are available for enterprise customers; smaller organizations rely on self-serve resources.
Community
Zeffy:
Join thousands of nonprofits sharing tips, templates, and best practices.
Charidy:
No community forum or user groups are provided; support is handled directly by the vendor.
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Raise funds year-round, not just during campaigns
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Raise funds year-round, not just during campaigns
Charidy's built for big crowdfunding pushes. Zeffy gives you donations, ticketing, memberships, and a donor CRM that work every single day.
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Keep more of what you raise, without the campaign clock
Charidy takes 2.9% plus processing fees on every successful campaign. Zeffy is 100% free, so donors choose what to contribute and you keep everything.
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Get started in minutes, not months
Charidy's crowdfunding model requires campaign planning, matching donors, and complex setup. Zeffy works right away, so you can start fundraising today.
Can I track donors and send receipts outside of campaigns?
Yes. Charidy tracks donors during campaigns only. Zeffy includes a full donor CRM, so you can manage contacts, track giving history, and send tax receipts anytime.
Does Zeffy charge platform fees like Charidy?
No. Charidy charges 2.9% plus processing fees on successful campaigns. Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support our platform.
Can I accept donations outside of campaign periods?
Yes. Charidy is built for time-limited crowdfunding campaigns. Zeffy lets you accept donations, sell tickets, manage memberships, and run auctions anytime, so you can fundraise year-round.
Do I need matching donors to start fundraising?
No. Charidy's model requires securing matching donors before launching campaigns. Zeffy works right away, so you can start accepting donations today without complex campaign planning.
What features does Charidy's crowdfunding platform include?
Charidy focuses on time-limited crowdfunding campaigns with matching donor coordination and campaign-day tracking. Zeffy offers year-round tools including donations, ticketing, memberships, auctions, and a full donor CRM—all included free.
Is Zeffy a good alternative to Charidy for small nonprofits?
Yes. Unlike Charidy, which is designed for large coordinated campaigns, Zeffy lets you start fundraising immediately with no matching donors required and no platform fees.
How long does it take to set up Zeffy compared to Charidy?
Zeffy is ready to use right away—no campaign planning or matching donor commitments needed. Charidy typically requires advance preparation and donor coordination before launching.
Can I sell event tickets and manage memberships with Charidy?
Charidy is built specifically for crowdfunding campaigns. Zeffy includes ticketing, memberships, auctions, and donation forms in one platform, so you can handle all your fundraising without extra tools.
How much would I save switching from Charidy to Zeffy?
Charidy charges 2.9% plus processing fees on every successful campaign. With Zeffy, you keep 100% of what you raise—no platform, transaction, or credit card fees.
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