Givelify Fees Explained: 2.9% Per Donation vs Zeffy's 0%
Plus Givelify only handles donations. Zeffy includes ticketing, auctions, CRM, and email in one free platform.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Keep more of every donation without switching platforms
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Keep more of every donation without switching platforms
Givelify takes 2.9% per donation and only handles giving. Zeffy is 100% free and includes ticketing, auctions, CRM, and email in one place.
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You need more than a donation app
Givelify handles mobile giving well, but you'll need other tools for events, memberships, and email campaigns. Zeffy gives you everything in one place.
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Your donors deserve more payment options
Givelify only accepts card payments. Zeffy supports ACH bank transfers too, so major donors can give without paying high credit card fees on large gifts.
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Get started in minutes, not months
Givelify requires paid plans for custom branding and advanced features. Zeffy gives you full control from day one, with no upgrades or paywalls to unlock what you need.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zeffy cost compared to Givelify?
Zeffy is 100% free with no platform or processing fees. Givelify charges 2.9% plus $0.30 per donation. On $10,000 in donations, you'd keep everything with Zeffy but lose $320 to fees with Givelify.
Can I accept ACH bank transfers with Zeffy?
Yes. Zeffy supports ACH bank transfers so major donors can give directly from their bank accounts without credit card fees. Givelify only accepts card payments, which means higher costs for large gifts.
Does Zeffy include event ticketing and email tools?
Yes. Zeffy includes event ticketing, auctions, memberships, CRM, and email campaigns in one platform. Givelify only handles donations, so you'll need separate tools for events and donor communication.
How quickly can I start accepting donations with Zeffy?
You can launch your first donation form in minutes. Zeffy requires no setup fees, contracts, or waiting periods. Create your account, customize your form, and start accepting donations right away.
Does Zeffy serve all types of nonprofits?
Yes. Zeffy serves all types of nonprofits, from animal rescues to youth programs. Givelify was built primarily for churches, so their support and features reflect that focus.
How does Givelify make money if there's no monthly fee?
Givelify generates revenue through transaction fees of 2.9% + $0.30 on every donation. Zeffy covers all transaction costs through optional donor tips, so nonprofits keep 100% of what they raise.
Does Zeffy take a percentage of donations?
No. Zeffy never takes a percentage from donations. The platform is funded by optional tips donors can add at checkout, and nonprofits always receive the full donation amount.
How much would I save switching from Givelify to Zeffy?
A nonprofit raising $10,000 monthly would save about $3,480 annually by switching to Zeffy. Givelify's 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction adds up quickly, while Zeffy charges zero fees.
Can I use Zeffy if my nonprofit isn't a church?
Yes. Zeffy serves all registered nonprofits including youth sports leagues, food banks, PTAs, and community organizations. Givelify was designed primarily for churches, so its features and support reflect that focus.
What's the catch with Zeffy being free?
There's no catch. Zeffy is funded by optional tips donors can choose to add when giving. Tips are never required, and nonprofits always keep 100% of donations with no platform, transaction, or credit card fees.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
Zeffy was built for nonprofits like yours
focus on what matters
Built for small teams with big missions.
Zeffy is the fundraising platform that cuts out the fees, clears up your tech mess, and puts your cause first — so your team, even if you're a small team wearing many hats or a one-person show, can focus on what really matters.
ZERO-FEE
Keep 100% of every dollar.
No platform fees. No processing fees. No catch. We know it sounds too good to be true, but it's not. Every penny goes straight to your mission, while competitors take 2-3% off every donation.
ALL-IN-ONE PLatform
Ditch the tech mess.
Stop bouncing between MailChimp, Eventbrite, and all those spreadsheets. Now you can handle donations, ticket sales, memberships, raffles, and all your donor info in one spot.
plug-and-play
Get going, fast.
Built for teams like yours — whether you're volunteer-led or have limited staff. Set up donation forms, sell tickets, and launch campaigns without needing a tech wizard. It's super easy, and you'll be up and running in minutes.
mobile-first
Fundraise from every device, anywhere.
From QR codes on flyers to Tap-to-Pay on a phone, Zeffy makes it easy to accept donations on the go. Mobile-optimized and offline-ready, so no donor slips through the cracks.
No turnover
Never lose a donor to volunteer transition.
Centralize supporter relationships, automate thank-you messages, and preserve institutional knowledge when board members rotate out.
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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