Zeffy VS ClearView CRM

Keep 100% of every donation while managing donor relationships in one place. ClearView CRM charges fees that eat into your fundraising — Zeffy covers all costs so every dollar goes to your mission.

Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits

ClearView CRM

Zeffy VS ClearView CRM

Zeffy VS ClearView CRM: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

$500/month base + $50 per user + card fees

Processing fees

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

N/A.

Requires separate payment tools with additional processing fees; specific rates not disclosed

Platform fees

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

N/A.

Platform fees not publicly disclosed

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$500/month.

$500–$850 per month base pricing depending on user count

Other fees

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

$50/month.

$50 per user per month

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

3/10.

No public pricing page. Fees buried in third-party sites. Users must contact sales for details.

Value for money

5/5.

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

3.7/5.

Features

5/5.

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

3.9/5.

Donor database built for tracking, not fundraising - requires separate platforms for donations and events

Donations

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

ClearView focuses on donor data management and tracking - fundraising forms require integration with separate platforms

Ticketing

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

No native ticketing tools - event registration requires third-party integration and manual data sync

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

Limited peer-to-peer tools - basic campaign tracking but requires external fundraising platform integration

Auctions

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

No auction tools - CRM only, requires separate auction software

Raffles

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

No raffle functionality - requires separate raffle platform and manual import of participant data

Online Store

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

No online store capabilities - built for donor management, not product sales or merchandise

Memberships

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

Member tracking within donor records - no standalone membership portal or self-service

Donor management/CRM

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

Full donor profiles with giving history, engagement tracking, and custom fields

Emails & Newsletter

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

Built-in email campaigns with templates, automation, and donor segmentation

Payment Processing

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

Integrates with payment processors - no native payment processing built into the platform

Payment Methods

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

Cards and ACH supported, but no digital wallets 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.

Card payments through integrated processor - requires using their payment gateway with transaction fees

Apple Pay & Google Pay

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

No digital wallet support - donors limited to traditional card and bank transfer options

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

ACH bank transfers available through ClearView's payment system - adds processing costs to donations

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 - CRM tracks donors but requires separate hardware for event check-ins

Support

5/5.

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

4.2/5.

Support built for business sales teams, not nonprofits. Generic CRM help without specialized fundraising or donor management guidance.

Help Center

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

Comprehensive free help center with step-by-step guides, video tutorials, and nonprofit-specific resources

Email Support

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

Email support available but built for corporate sales teams - limited nonprofit expertise

Phone Support

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

Phone support during business hours - generic CRM help without nonprofit context

Onboarding

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

Self-service onboarding only — no dedicated nonprofit onboarding or training

Community

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

No community forum or user groups focused on nonprofits

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over ClearView CRM?

You shouldn't need three tools to run one fundraiser

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You shouldn't need three tools to run one campaign

ClearView tracks donors well, but you still need separate platforms for forms, events, and payments. Zeffy handles donations, ticketing, and donor data in one place.

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Your CRM should help donors give, not just track them

ClearView stores donor info but can't process gifts without add-ons. Zeffy lets donors give instantly with built-in forms, checkout, and receipts — no integrations required.

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You shouldn't pay $500/month before a single gift comes in

ClearView charges base fees plus per-user costs before you raise a dollar. Zeffy is free to use — you only ask donors to support the platform if they choose.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and ClearView CRM

How does Zeffy compare to ClearView CRM for managing donors and processing donations?

ClearView tracks donor data well but requires separate tools to actually collect donations. Zeffy combines donor management with built-in donation forms and payment processing, so you can track relationships and accept gifts in one platform without paying integration fees.

Can I run events and sell tickets with Zeffy like I can track donors in ClearView CRM?

ClearView focuses on donor records but needs third-party platforms for event registration and ticketing. Zeffy includes native ticketing tools alongside donor management, so you can sell tickets, track attendees, and update donor profiles without switching between systems.

Does Zeffy charge monthly fees like ClearView CRM's $500+ base pricing?

ClearView charges $500-$850 monthly plus $50 per user before you raise anything. Zeffy is free to use with no monthly fees or per-user costs. Donors can leave an optional contribution to support the platform, so you keep 100% of what you raise.

Can I send emails and manage campaigns in Zeffy without paying extra like ClearView CRM requires?

ClearView includes email tools but charges $500+ monthly before you send anything. Zeffy offers built-in email campaigns with donor segmentation at no cost, so you can communicate with supporters without monthly fees eating into your budget.

ClearView requires separate payment processors that add transaction fees to every gift. Zeffy accepts cards and ACH transfers with zero platform fees or processing costs, so donors can give using their preferred method while you keep 100% of donations.

ClearView requires separate payment processors that add transaction fees to every gift. Zeffy accepts cards and ACH transfers with zero platform fees or processing costs, so donors can give using their preferred method while you keep 100% of donations.

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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!