What Does Greater Giving Actually Cost? A Side-by-Side Fee Breakdown

Greater Giving charges 5% platform fees plus processing fees and $130/month. Zeffy covers it all for galas and year-round fundraising.

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Zeffy VS Greater Giving

Zeffy VS Greater Giving: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

4% + card fees + event packages

Processing fees

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

N/A.

Credit card processing fees apply (exact percentage not disclosed publicly)

Platform fees

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

5%.

platform fee

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$130/month.

Starting at $130 per month

Other fees

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

Varies.

One-time setup fee starting at $200; pay-as-you-go pricing available with caps

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 buried in third-party sources and sales conversations only.

Value for money

5/5.

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

N/A.

Features

5/5.

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

4.0/5.

Event-focused platform with complex setup - requires paid plans for full auction and fundraising features

Donations

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

Greater Giving offers donation forms with recurring giving options - requires paid plan for full features

Ticketing

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

Event ticketing with table management and seating charts - built for galas but requires paid subscription

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

Peer-to-peer campaigns available - requires higher-tier paid plan and setup assistance

Auctions

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

Full auction management with mobile bidding, item tracking, and live event tools designed for galas and fundraisers

Raffles

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

Raffle and auction tools included - designed for live events with mobile bidding on paid plans

Online Store

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

No online store functionality - focused on event-based fundraising rather than ongoing sales

Memberships

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

No membership management - focused on event fundraising, not ongoing member relationships or recurring programs

Donor management/CRM

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

Donor database with giving history and event attendance tracking across fundraising campaigns

Emails & Newsletter

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

Event communication tools for attendee updates and thank-you messages - limited ongoing donor engagement features

Payment Processing

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

Integrated payment processing with mobile and onsite options for event donations and auction purchases

Payment Methods

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

Credit cards and ACH only. No digital wallets or in-person payment tools.

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 their payment processing system

Apple Pay & Google Pay

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

No digital wallet support - card and ACH payments only

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

ACH bank transfers available but requires donors to set up bank account verification

Tap to Pay App

Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.

Mobile bidding and check-in tools for events - no general in-person payment collection

Support

5/5.

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

4.5/5.

Support access depends on plan tier - priority help reserved for paid customers starting at $99/mo.

Help Center

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

Complete resource library with step-by-step guides built specifically for nonprofits

Email Support

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

Email support with response times varying by plan level - priority given to higher tiers

Phone Support

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

Phone support available during business hours for paid customers only

Onboarding

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

No dedicated onboarding included — setup is primarily self-service unless you purchase a higher-tier plan.

Community

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

No community forum or user groups available.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over Greater Giving?

Run your gala and your year-round fundraising in one place

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Run your gala and your year-round fundraising in one place

Greater Giving is built for events, Zeffy handles everything else too — donations, memberships, raffles, and donor management with zero fees

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Your gala shouldn't cost $1,500 before you raise a dollar

Greater Giving charges setup fees, monthly fees, and platform fees. Zeffy is 100% free, so every dollar raised goes to your mission, not software.

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Built for events, not the rest of your year

Greater Giving is built for auction nights. Zeffy handles your gala and your year-round giving, memberships, and donor communication in one place.

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Get started in minutes, not months

Greater Giving requires setup calls and training sessions. Zeffy works right away — create your first form, send it out, and start raising funds today.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Greater Giving

Is Zeffy really free for nonprofits?

Yes. Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits with no setup fees, monthly fees, or platform fees. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for organizations like yours.

Can I use Zeffy for both my gala and year-round fundraising?

Absolutely. Zeffy handles event ticketing, auctions, and mobile bidding for your gala, plus donation forms, memberships, raffles, and donor management for the rest of your year in one place.

How quickly can I start raising funds with Zeffy?

You can start right away. Create your first donation form or event page in minutes, share it with supporters, and begin raising funds today without setup calls or training sessions.

Does Zeffy charge processing fees like Greater Giving?

No. Zeffy covers all payment processing costs so you keep 100% of donations. Greater Giving charges platform fees plus credit card processing fees on every transaction.

How much does Greater Giving cost for nonprofit auctions?

Greater Giving charges a 5% platform fee plus 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction for credit card processing. On $10,000 raised, you'd pay $820 in fees. Zeffy covers all processing costs, so you keep every dollar.

Does Greater Giving have hidden fees or setup costs?

Greater Giving charges setup fees, monthly fees, and platform fees on top of credit card processing. Their entry-level pricing requires contacting sales. Zeffy has no setup, monthly, or hidden fees.

What's the best free alternative to Greater Giving for events?

Zeffy offers free event ticketing, silent auctions, and mobile bidding with no platform or processing fees. You get the same event tools without losing 8% or more per transaction.

Can I get donor management without paying extra like Greater Giving?

Yes. Zeffy includes donor management, giving history tracking, and automated tax receipts at no cost. Greater Giving charges standard fees for CRM features.

What kind of support does Zeffy offer compared to Greater Giving?

Zeffy offers unlimited customer support with no restrictions. Greater Giving limits support to business hours and ties access to your plan tier.

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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!