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Donify Takes 5% of Every Gift. Here's What You'd Keep With Zeffy.
Donify handles donation forms only. Zeffy adds ticketing, CRM, raffles, and email — all free.
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Zeffy VS Donify
Donify
Pricing
Zeffy:
$
0.
Donify: 
Varies.
$15/month plus card fees per gift
Processing fees
Donify:
N/A.
No pricing information available
Platform fees
Zeffy:
$
0.
Zeffy never takes a cut. Unlike platforms that skim 3–5%, you keep 100% of every donation.
Donify:
5%.
platform fee
Monthly fees
Zeffy:
$
0/month.
No subscriptions, no paywalls. Every org, big or small, gets full access for free.
Donify:
N/A.
No pricing information available
Other fees
Zeffy:
$
0.
We've never charged a single cent to nonprofits and we never will.
Donify:
N/A.
No hidden fees
Pricing transparency
Zeffy:
10/10.
No platform fees, no credit card fees, no hidden fees, no fees period!
Donify:
7/10.
Clear $15/month pricing shown upfront, but no info on payment processing fees users will pay
Value for money
Zeffy:
5/5.
450+ reviews on Capterra. All-in-one fundraising, zero fees, unbeatable value.
Donify:
N/A.
Features
Zeffy:
5/5.
No training needed. Built for busy nonprofit teams, not tech pros. Launch a campaign in under 30 minutes.
Donify:
4.2/5.
Donor database with limited fundraising tools - no ticketing, auctions, raffles, or online store
Donations
Zeffy: 
Donations without the cut. Custom forms, tax receipts, donor tracking — all fee-free.
Donify:
Donation forms with recurring giving and custom branding - requires paid plan for advanced features
Ticketing
Zeffy:
Sell tickets, check in guests, track sales — and keep 100%. No fees. No fine print.
Donify:
No ticketing tools - requires separate platform for events and ticket sales
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Zeffy:
Teams or individuals launch fundraising pages in minutes. Track progress, keep 100%. No fees.
Donify:
Peer-to-peer campaigns available - but limited customization on lower-tier plans
Auctions
Zeffy:
Run auctions without giving up a percentage. List items, track bids, collect payments — all fee-free.
Donify:
No auction features - Donify focuses on donation forms and peer-to-peer fundraising only
Raffles
Zeffy:
Host online raffles and 50/50s. Track sales, set ticket limits, stay compliant — all without paying a cent.
Donify:
No raffle features - nonprofits need third-party tools for drawings and prize management
Online Store
Zeffy:
Skip the tool sprawl. Sell merch and manage your store in one place — no fees, no add-ons.
Donify:
No online store - can't sell merchandise or products alongside donations
Memberships
Zeffy:
Automate memberships with no per-member fees. Dues go straight to your org — perfect for clubs, alumni, and supporters.
Donify:
No membership management - supports recurring donations but lacks member portals or tier management
Donor management/CRM
Zeffy:
Ditch the expensive CRM. Track donations, send thank-yous, and build donor loyalty — all fee-free.
Donify:
Basic donor database with contact info and giving history - limited segmentation and reporting tools
Emails & Newsletter
Zeffy:
Manage contacts and send newsletters from the same place you fundraise. Unlimited sends, no fees.
Donify:
Automated donation receipts and thank-you emails - no campaign builder or donor newsletter tools
Payment Processing
Zeffy:
Accept donations, ticket sales, and payments — all 100% fee-free. No cuts, no hidden fees, ever.
Donify:
Stripe integration with multiple payment methods including credit cards and digital wallets
Payment Methods
Zeffy:
All-in-one fundraising: donations, events, memberships, email, and donor CRM — 100% free.
Donify:
Stripe integration for credit cards and digital wallets (Apple Pay & Google Pay); no native in-person tools for events or offline giving.
Credit Card Payments
Zeffy:
Accept all major credit cards with zero processing fees. Zeffy covers the cost — you keep 100% of every donation.
Donify:
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.
Donify:
Apple Pay and Google Pay supported through Stripe checkout for faster donor experience
ACH / Bank Transfers
Zeffy:
Accept bank transfers with zero fees. Full donation amounts go straight to your mission.
Donify:
ACH bank transfers available for US donors - helps reduce fees on larger donations
Tap to Pay App
Zeffy:
Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.
Donify:
No native in-person payment tools - requires separate hardware setup for events or offline giving
Support
Zeffy:
5/5.
Real humans, real fast. Free email and phone support — no bots, no paywalls, no runaround.
Donify:
N/A.
Email-only support with no response time guarantees. No phone access, live training, or nonprofit-specific expertise.
Help Center
Zeffy:
Searchable help docs, video tutorials, and step-by-step guides — all free, all the time.
Donify:
No searchable help center or knowledge base mentioned.
Email Support
Zeffy:
Email us anytime. Most questions answered within hours — not days.
Donify:
Email support available (help@getdonify.com) but no specific response time commitments or SLA mentioned.
Phone Support
Zeffy:
Need to talk? Call us. Real support from real people who understand nonprofits.
Donify:
No clear phone support or scheduled calls mentioned — appears to be email-based only.
Onboarding
Zeffy:
Get set up in under 30 minutes. No training required — but we're here if you need us.
Donify:
No dedicated onboarding or training programs listed — self-service setup only.
Community
Zeffy:
Join thousands of nonprofits sharing tips, templates, and best practices.
Donify:
No community forum or user groups available.
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Keep more of every donation, without juggling extra tools
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Keep more of every donation, without juggling extra tools
Donify's 5% platform fee adds up fast. Zeffy gives you forms, CRM, events, and email in one place with zero platform fees, so more money goes to your mission.
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Keep more of every dollar your donors give
Donify takes 5% off the top before you see a cent. Zeffy charges nothing, so $100 donated means $100 for your mission — no platform fees, ever.
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Run your whole fundraising year from one place
Donify handles donation forms, but you'll need separate tools for events, raffles, and donor emails. Zeffy gives you ticketing, CRM, and campaigns in one login.
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Get started in minutes, not months
Donify offers basic help docs but no clear onboarding support. Zeffy walks you through setup with free expert help and gets you fundraising fast.
Can I run events and sell tickets without switching platforms?
Yes. Zeffy includes ticketing, raffles, and auctions at no extra cost. Donify only handles donation forms, so you'd need separate tools for events and fundraising campaigns.
Does Zeffy really charge zero platform fees on donations?
Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees, so a $100 donation means $100 for your mission. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for nonprofits.
Can I manage donors and send emails without paying extra?
Zeffy includes donor management and email tools at no extra cost. Track giving history, segment supporters, and send thank-you emails without paying for add-ons or separate platforms.
What if I need help setting up my donation forms?
Zeffy offers free expert support to walk you through setup. You can reach the team by email or schedule a call to get your forms live fast, with no extra fees for help.
How much does Donify charge per donation?
Donify charges a 5% platform fee on every donation. So if someone gives $100, your nonprofit receives $95. Zeffy charges zero platform fees, meaning you keep the full $100.
Is Zeffy really free for nonprofits in 2026?
Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees and zero processing fees. The platform is funded by optional donor tips, which are never required. Your nonprofit keeps 100% of every donation.
Does Zeffy work for peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns?
Yes. Zeffy includes peer-to-peer fundraising tools at no cost. You can create campaigns, invite fundraisers, track progress with live thermometers, and manage everything from one dashboard.
What's the catch with Zeffy being free?
There's no catch. Zeffy covers all fees and stays free through optional tips donors can add at checkout. Tips are never required, and nonprofits always keep 100% of what they raise.
Can I switch from Donify to Zeffy without losing donor data?
Yes. Zeffy lets you import donor information and export data anytime with no restrictions. You own your supporter data and can move it freely between tools.
Still undecided?
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
100,000+ nonprofits trust Zeffy — and keep their fees at $0.
For 7+ years, Zeffy has supported nonprofits with free, user-friendly fundraising tools.
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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.
Masey, Loose Ends.
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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.”
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Amy R
Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago
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!
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Debra B
Glory to Glory Women's Mentoring Ministry
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!!
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Carmen M
DIVINA World Foundation
Zeffy is very easy to use and ensures that every dollar quickly gets into our account.. A huge help to our work!
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Nathan C
Jiwa International
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