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Frontstream Charges $75/mo + 2.9% Per Gift. Zeffy Charges Nothing.
A $100 donation nets $96.70 with Frontstream. With Zeffy, your nonprofit keeps the full $100.
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Zeffy VS Frontstream
Pricing
Zeffy:
$
0.
Frontstream: 
Varies.
$75/month + 2.9% card fees per gift
Processing fees
Frontstream:
2.9% + $0.30.
per transaction
Platform fees
Zeffy:
$
0.
Zeffy never takes a cut. Unlike platforms that skim 3–5%, you keep 100% of every donation.
Frontstream:
$0.
No separate platform fee — bundled with processing fees (included in 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction).
Monthly fees
Zeffy:
$
0/month.
No subscriptions, no paywalls. Every org, big or small, gets full access for free.
Frontstream:
$75/month.
Starts at $75/month (billed annually) for FrontStream platform; higher tiers start at $87/month (billed annually).
Other fees
Zeffy:
$
0.
We've never charged a single cent to nonprofits and we never will.
Frontstream:
Varies.
No hidden platform fees; Donor Covers the Fee option available where donors cover processing fees approximately 50% of the time.
Pricing transparency
Zeffy:
10/10.
No platform fees, no credit card fees, no hidden fees, no fees period!
Frontstream:
4/10.
Pricing page exists but hides fees. Must contact sales or check third-party sites for actual rates.
Value for money
Zeffy:
5/5.
450+ reviews on Capterra. All-in-one fundraising, zero fees, unbeatable value.
Frontstream:
N/A.
Features
Zeffy:
5/5.
No training needed. Built for busy nonprofit teams, not tech pros. Launch a campaign in under 30 minutes.
Frontstream:
3.9/5.
Enterprise-level tools with complex setup - requires paid plans for full features and training to use effectively
Donations
Zeffy: 
Donations without the cut. Custom forms, tax receipts, donor tracking — all fee-free.
Frontstream:
Donation forms with recurring giving and campaign pages - requires paid plan for full features
Ticketing
Zeffy:
Sell tickets, check in guests, track sales — and keep 100%. No fees. No fine print.
Frontstream:
Event registration and ticketing with check-in tools - part of enterprise-level packages only
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Zeffy:
Teams or individuals launch fundraising pages in minutes. Track progress, keep 100%. No fees.
Frontstream:
Peer-to-peer fundraising with team pages and social sharing - requires paid subscription
Auctions
Zeffy:
Run auctions without giving up a percentage. List items, track bids, collect payments — all fee-free.
Frontstream:
Full auction platform with mobile bidding, catalog management, and real-time bidding for silent and live auctions
Raffles
Zeffy:
Host online raffles and 50/50s. Track sales, set ticket limits, stay compliant — all without paying a cent.
Frontstream:
Raffle and auction management with mobile bidding - available on higher-tier plans
Online Store
Zeffy:
Skip the tool sprawl. Sell merch and manage your store in one place — no fees, no add-ons.
Frontstream:
Peer-to-peer fundraising with team pages and social sharing - requires paid subscription
Memberships
Zeffy:
Automate memberships with no per-member fees. Dues go straight to your org — perfect for clubs, alumni, and supporters.
Frontstream:
Membership management with recurring billing, member portals, and automated renewal reminders
Donor management/CRM
Zeffy:
Ditch the expensive CRM. Track donations, send thank-yous, and build donor loyalty — all fee-free.
Frontstream:
Donor database with giving history, engagement tracking, and segmentation tools
Emails & Newsletter
Zeffy:
Manage contacts and send newsletters from the same place you fundraise. Unlimited sends, no fees.
Frontstream:
Built-in email campaigns with templates, automation, and donor communication tools
Payment Processing
Zeffy:
Accept donations, ticket sales, and payments — all 100% fee-free. No cuts, no hidden fees, ever.
Frontstream:
Integrated payment processing with multiple payment methods and automated receipts
Payment Methods
Zeffy:
All-in-one fundraising: donations, events, memberships, email, and donor CRM — 100% free.
Frontstream:
Credit cards, digital wallets, and ACH for recurring gifts. 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.
Frontstream:
All major credit and debit cards accepted through integrated payment processing with standard transaction fees
Apple Pay & Google Pay
Zeffy:
One-tap donations and tickets with Apple Pay & Google Pay. No fees, just smooth mobile checkouts.
Frontstream:
Digital wallet payments supported through checkout integration for online donations
ACH / Bank Transfers
Zeffy:
Accept bank transfers with zero fees. Full donation amounts go straight to your mission.
Frontstream:
ACH bank transfers available for recurring donations - helps reduce processing costs on larger gifts
Tap to Pay App
Zeffy:
Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.
Frontstream:
No native in-person payment tools - requires separate hardware setup and third-party integration for events
Support
Zeffy:
5/5.
Real humans, real fast. Free email and phone support — no bots, no paywalls, no runaround.
Frontstream:
4.0/5.
Support access depends on pricing tier — phone support and priority help are reserved for higher-paid plans. Email support and webinars are available but often gated behind paid tiers, and enterprise-level contracts are required for top-tier support features.
Help Center
Zeffy:
Searchable help docs, video tutorials, and step-by-step guides — all free, all the time.
Frontstream:
Yes - Complete resource library with guides, tutorials, and FAQs built for nonprofits
Email Support
Zeffy:
Email us anytime. Most questions answered within hours — not days.
Frontstream:
Email support available but response times and access levels vary by pricing plan
Phone Support
Zeffy:
Need to talk? Call us. Real support from real people who understand nonprofits.
Frontstream:
Phone support available on higher-tier plans - not included in basic packages
Onboarding
Zeffy:
Get set up in under 30 minutes. No training required — but we're here if you need us.
Frontstream:
Self-service onboarding only — dedicated onboarding or white-glove setup requires an enterprise-level contract.
Community
Zeffy:
Join thousands of nonprofits sharing tips, templates, and best practices.
Frontstream:
No community forum or user groups available
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Keep more of what you raise, without asking donors to cover fees
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Keep more of what you raise, without asking donors to cover fees
Frontstream charges $75/month plus 2.9% + $0.30 per donation. Zeffy is 100% free — so every dollar raised goes directly to your mission, not your software bill.
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Your donors shouldn't have to choose between giving and covering fees
Frontstream asks donors to cover fees 50% of the time. With Zeffy, 100% of every donation goes to your mission, and donors never see a fee request at checkout.
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You don't need an enterprise budget to run a real fundraiser
Frontstream starts at $75/month plus 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. Zeffy gives you donations, events, raffles, and a full CRM with zero monthly fees and zero platform costs.
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Get help from people who actually understand small nonprofits
Frontstream's support is tiered by plan and built for enterprise clients. Zeffy offers free, unlimited support from nonprofit fundraising experts with a 93% satisfaction rating.
How does Zeffy make money if there are no fees for nonprofits?
Zeffy is funded by optional contributions from donors at checkout. They can choose to support our platform, but it's never required. 100% of every donation always goes to your organization.
Can I really run events, raffles, and campaigns without paying monthly fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes donation forms, event ticketing, peer-to-peer campaigns, raffles, memberships, and a full donor CRM with zero monthly fees and zero platform costs.
What happens if I need help setting up my donation forms or campaigns?
You get free, unlimited support from nonprofit fundraising experts. No tiered plans, no extra fees. Just real help from people who understand small nonprofits.
Does Zeffy work for small nonprofits just getting started with online fundraising?
Yes. Zeffy is built for small nonprofits with limited budgets and staff. You can launch donation forms, sell event tickets, and manage donors in minutes without technical skills or upfront costs.
Can I import my donor database and transaction history into Zeffy's CRM?
Yes. You can import your donor database and transaction history into Zeffy's CRM. Our support team helps you migrate your data and set up your account at no extra charge.
How much does Frontstream charge per transaction compared to Zeffy?
Frontstream charges $75/month plus 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction. On a $100 donation, you'd keep $96.70. With Zeffy, you keep the full $100 — no platform fees, no transaction fees.
Is Zeffy better than Frontstream for peer-to-peer fundraising?
Both platforms offer peer-to-peer fundraising tools, but Zeffy includes them at no cost. With Frontstream, you'd pay monthly fees plus processing costs on every donation your fundraisers collect.
How much could my nonprofit save by switching from Frontstream to Zeffy?
If you raise $10,000 monthly, Frontstream fees could cost you $293/month or $3,516/year. With Zeffy, that money stays with your mission. Real PTOs have saved $2,000 to $13,000+ after switching.
Does Frontstream have hidden fees I should know about?
Frontstream's pricing can be less transparent, with monthly fees starting at $75 (billed annually) plus per-transaction costs. Zeffy has no hidden fees — what you raise is what you keep.
Can I get the same fundraising tools on Zeffy that Frontstream offers?
Yes. Zeffy includes donations, event ticketing, peer-to-peer campaigns, auctions, raffles, memberships, an online store, and donor management — all the tools Frontstream offers, but with zero fees.
Still undecided?
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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.
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Jesters Theatre: Youth Unlimited
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