DonorDrive Pricing Breakdown: $300/Month + 5% vs. Zero Fees

Plus Zeffy includes ticketing, auctions, and raffles DonorDrive doesn't offer. Launch in under 30 minutes.

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Zeffy VS DonorDrive

Zeffy VS DonorDrive: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

5% platform cut + card fees

Processing fees

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

N/A.

Standard credit card processing fees — Stripe/PayPal fees apply, but exact rates not specified

Platform fees

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

5%.

platform fee on donations

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$300/month.

Starting at $300/month per organization

Other fees

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

Varies.

Initial setup fee and annual support contract required; enterprise pricing requires a custom quote

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

3/10.

No public pricing page found. Fees only discoverable through third-party sites and comparisons.

Value for money

5/5.

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

4.1/5.

Features

5/5.

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

4.2/5.

Built for enterprise peer-to-peer campaigns - complex setup and limited tools for everyday nonprofit fundraising

Donations

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

Donation forms available but limited customization - platform built primarily for peer-to-peer campaigns

Ticketing

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

No ticketing tools - requires separate platform or integration for event registration and ticket sales

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

Full peer-to-peer platform with participant pages, team fundraising, and leaderboards - requires paid plan

Auctions

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

No auction features - platform built for peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns, not event-based auctions

Raffles

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

No raffle functionality - teams need third-party tools to run drawings or prize campaigns

Online Store

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

No online store capability - not designed for selling 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.

No membership management - designed for campaign-based fundraising, not ongoing member relationships

Donor management/CRM

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

Donor and participant data tracking with campaign performance metrics and fundraiser management tools

Emails & Newsletter

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

Campaign communication tools with participant and donor messaging - limited nonprofit-wide email capabilities

Payment Processing

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

Integrated payment processing with multiple payment methods and automated receipts

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 for P2P campaigns

Apple Pay & Google Pay

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

Digital wallet support available through standard checkout - Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

No ACH bank transfer option - card-only donations limit large gift potential for peer-to-peer fundraisers

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 - P2P campaigns limited to online donations only, missing event opportunities

Support

5/5.

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

4.6/5.

Support built for corporate fundraisers, not nonprofits. Slow email responses during peak seasons and limited nonprofit-specific guidance.

Help Center

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

Knowledge base and help articles are available, but the content is geared toward corporate teams and lacks nonprofit-specific guidance.

Email Support

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

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

Phone Support

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

Phone support available during business hours only - no after-hours help for urgent campaigns

Onboarding

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

No dedicated onboarding included — self-serve setup only.

Community

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

No community forum or user groups available; limited webinar offerings focus on peer-to-peer basics rather than comprehensive nonprofit training.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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How is Zeffy free?

Why Zeffy over DonorDrive?

Run peer-to-peer campaigns without losing 5% of every gift

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Run peer-to-peer campaigns without losing 5% of every gift

Zeffy gives you full P2P tools with zero platform fees, so your fundraisers keep more and your team spends less time justifying costs to the board

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Your peer-to-peer campaign shouldn't cost $300 before you raise a dollar

Zeffy charges zero platform fees and zero monthly fees, so every dollar raised goes to your mission — not to software costs before your campaign even starts.

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Run your whole fundraiser in one place, not just peer-to-peer

Zeffy includes peer-to-peer campaigns, donation forms, event ticketing, raffles, and auctions in one platform, so you don't need separate tools for every fundraiser.

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Get started in minutes, not months of setup calls

Zeffy's built for small teams to launch fast — no setup fees, no annual contracts, and no sales demos required to start fundraising today.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and DonorDrive

Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for peer-to-peer campaigns?

Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees and zero monthly fees for peer-to-peer campaigns. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for nonprofits, so you keep 100% of every donation.

Can I run other fundraisers besides peer-to-peer on Zeffy?

Yes. Zeffy includes donation forms, event ticketing, raffles, auctions, and memberships in one platform. You can run your entire fundraising calendar without paying for multiple tools or switching between platforms.

How long does it take to launch a peer-to-peer campaign on Zeffy?

You can launch a peer-to-peer campaign in minutes. Create your campaign page, invite fundraisers, and start accepting donations right away. No setup fees, no sales calls, and no annual contracts required.

What payment options can donors use on Zeffy for peer-to-peer campaigns?

Donors can give using all major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and ACH bank transfers. More payment options mean your fundraisers can accept larger gifts and reach more supporters.

How much does DonorDrive cost compared to Zeffy?

DonorDrive charges a 5% platform fee plus credit card processing fees on every donation, with monthly fees starting at $300. Zeffy charges zero platform fees, zero monthly fees, and covers credit card costs—so you keep 100% of what you raise.

Does DonorDrive have monthly fees?

Yes. DonorDrive's monthly fees start at $300/month, plus additional costs for setup and annual support contracts. Zeffy has no monthly fees and no contracts.

Is Zeffy a good alternative to DonorDrive for peer-to-peer fundraising?

Yes. Zeffy offers peer-to-peer fundraising with the same core features—campaign pages, team fundraising, and progress tracking—but without the 5% platform fee or monthly costs that DonorDrive charges.

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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!