Indiegogo Fees Add Up Fast. Here's What Nonprofits Actually Pay.

Indiegogo takes 8% and only supports one-off campaigns. Zeffy is 0% with year-round donor tools built for nonprofits.

Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits

Zeffy VS Indiegogo

Zeffy VS Indiegogo: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

5% platform cut + 3% + card fees

Processing fees

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

3% + $0.20.

per transaction (payment processing fee)

Platform fees

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

5%.

of all successfully collected payments

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$0.

None — Indiegogo does not charge monthly subscription fees

Other fees

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

$0.

Stretch Pay and Pledge management are free; no setup fees or hidden fees

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

6/10.

Fees are findable but buried in help articles, not on a dedicated pricing page

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.

4.4/5.

Built for product launches, not nonprofits - missing donor tools, tax receipts, and year-round fundraising

Donations

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

Crowdfunding campaigns with flexible or fixed funding goals - designed for product launches, not ongoing giving

Ticketing

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

No ticketing tools - built for crowdfunding campaigns, not nonprofit events or fundraisers

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

No peer-to-peer tools - supporters can share campaigns but can't create their own fundraising pages

Auctions

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

No auction tools - crowdfunding platform for campaigns, not event-based silent or live auctions

Raffles

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

No raffle features - platform focuses on rewards-based crowdfunding, not compliance-ready fundraising

Online Store

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

Perk fulfillment system for campaign backers - not designed for ongoing nonprofit merchandise sales

Memberships

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

No membership features - designed for one-time campaign backers, not ongoing member relationships

Donor management/CRM

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

Backer list only - no donor profiles, giving history, or nonprofit relationship management tools

Emails & Newsletter

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

Campaign update emails to backers only - no donor newsletters or fundraising communication tools

Payment Processing

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

Stripe integration for campaign payments with funds released on rolling basis after campaign ends

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 but 5% platform fee plus payment processing reduces funds for your cause.

Apple Pay & Google Pay

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

Apple Pay and Google Pay supported at checkout for faster mobile donations.

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

No ACH bank transfers available — card payments only, which limits large donor giving options.

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 collection — online crowdfunding only; can't accept donations at events.

Support

5/5.

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

4.1/5.

Support built for entrepreneurs and product creators, not nonprofits. Email-only help with no phone support or dedicated charity expertise.

Help Center

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

Comprehensive knowledge base with step-by-step guides, video tutorials, and nonprofit-specific best practices.

Email Support

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

Email support available but designed for entrepreneurs and product creators - not nonprofit expertise

Phone Support

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

No phone support or scheduled calls - contact forms and email only for campaign questions

Onboarding

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

Self-service onboarding only — no dedicated onboarding or training

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 Indiegogo?

Keep more of what you raise, fundraise beyond one campaign

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Keep more of what you raise, fundraise beyond one campaign

Indiegogo takes 5% plus processing fees and only works for single campaigns. Zeffy is 100% free and built for nonprofits who need to fundraise all year long.

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Keep more of what you raise, without the math

Indiegogo takes 5% plus processing fees from every donation. Zeffy is 100% free, so your donors' full gift goes to your mission, not platform costs.

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Built for nonprofits, not product launches

Indiegogo is designed for entrepreneurs launching products, not nonprofits building relationships. Zeffy gives you donor management, email tools, and ongoing fundraising built for your work.

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Get started in minutes, not months

Indiegogo is built for complex product campaigns with timelines and fulfillment. Zeffy is designed for small teams who need to start fundraising today, not after weeks of setup.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Indiegogo

Can I accept donations at in-person events with Zeffy?

Yes. Zeffy lets you collect donations at events using mobile devices or tablets. Indiegogo only works online for crowdfunding campaigns, so you can't accept gifts at galas, walks, or community events where donors want to give in person.

How much does Zeffy cost compared to Indiegogo?

Zeffy is 100% free with no platform fees or monthly charges. Indiegogo takes 5% of every donation plus 3% payment processing fees. That means on a $10,000 campaign, you'd lose $800 to fees with Indiegogo but keep the full amount with Zeffy.

Can I use Zeffy for ongoing fundraising or just one-time campaigns?

Zeffy supports year-round fundraising with donation forms, events, memberships, and peer-to-peer campaigns. Indiegogo is built for single product launch campaigns with set timelines, not the ongoing donor relationships nonprofits need to build.

Does Zeffy have donor management tools that Indiegogo doesn't offer?

Yes. Zeffy includes donor profiles, giving history, and relationship tracking so you can build lasting connections. Indiegogo only provides a backer list for your campaign without tools to manage donor relationships or track engagement over time.

What are Indiegogo's total fees in 2026?

Indiegogo charges a 5% platform fee plus payment processing fees (around 3%), totaling approximately 8% of every contribution. On a $10,000 campaign, that's $800 going to fees instead of your mission.

Is there a free alternative to Indiegogo for nonprofits?

Yes. Zeffy is built specifically for nonprofits and charges zero platform fees, zero transaction fees, and zero credit card fees. You keep 100% of what you raise.

Can nonprofits use Indiegogo for fundraising?

Indiegogo is designed for product launches and creative projects, not nonprofit fundraising. It lacks tools like recurring donations, donor management, and tax receipts that nonprofits need for year-round giving.

How does Zeffy stay free if there are no fees?

Zeffy is funded by optional tips from donors at checkout. Tips are never required, and nonprofits always keep 100% of donations raised.

Does Indiegogo offer recurring donation options?

No. Indiegogo focuses on one-time campaign contributions with set end dates. Zeffy supports recurring donations so you can build predictable, ongoing revenue from your supporters.

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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!