RaiseCraze Charges $1-$5 Per Donation. Zeffy Charges Nothing.

Plus Zeffy includes donation forms, ticketing, auctions, and CRM. RaiseCraze only does peer-to-peer.

Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits

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Zeffy VS RaiseCraze

Zeffy VS RaiseCraze: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

$1–$5 plus card fees per gift

Processing fees

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

2.9% + $0.30.

per online donation (via Stripe)

Platform fees

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

$1.

$1 per donation under $25, $5 per donation $25 or more

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$0.

No monthly fees.

Other fees

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

Varies.

Net fees capped at 10% — if total net fees exceed 10%, Raise Craze refunds the difference.

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

7/10.

Clear pricing page with fees listed, but requires navigation to find full fee structure

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.

N/A.

Built for peer-to-peer campaigns only - no donation forms, events, memberships, or year-round fundraising tools

Donations

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

No general donation forms - platform is built exclusively for peer-to-peer campaigns

Ticketing

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

No ticketing or event registration - focuses only on fundraising campaigns, not event management

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

Peer-to-peer campaigns with team pages, leaderboards, and participant fundraising tools

Auctions

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

No auction features - platform focuses exclusively for peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns

Raffles

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

No raffle tools - peer-to-peer fundraising only without prize draws or lottery features

Online Store

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

No online store or product sales - designed for donations and sponsorships, not merchandise

Memberships

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

No membership tools - 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.

Basic donor data within campaigns - no full CRM, donor profiles, or cross-campaign giving history

Emails & Newsletter

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

Campaign update emails to participants and donors - no standalone email marketing or newsletter tools

Payment Processing

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

Stripe integration with payment processing built into campaign pages

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 are accepted through Stripe integration for peer-to-peer campaigns.

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 are supported through Stripe checkout on campaign pages.

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

No ACH bank transfer option — card payments only, which limits collection of large gifts 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 — purely an online peer-to-peer platform; separate hardware is required for events.

Support

5/5.

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

N/A.

Support access unclear - no dedicated nonprofit team or transparent response times advertised on public pages.

Help Center

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

Limited help articles and educational content are available, but no nonprofit-specific guides or extensive documentation are advertised.

Email Support

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

Email support available but response times are unclear and there’s no dedicated nonprofit support team mentioned.

Phone Support

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

No phone support or regular office hours listed — appears to be email/chat only.

Onboarding

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

No dedicated onboarding or nonprofit-specific setup support advertised; likely self-service only.

Community

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

No community forum or user groups are visible on public pages.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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How is Zeffy free?

Why Zeffy over RaiseCraze?

Keep more of what you raise, without the per-donation fees

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Keep more of what you raise, without the per-donation fees

Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits — no platform fees, no per-donation charges, and all the tools you need to run campaigns that actually grow your mission.

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Keep more of every donation, no math required

With RaiseCraze, fees add up fast — $1 to $5 per donation, plus processing. Zeffy is 100% free, so donors see their full gift go to your mission.

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Run your whole fundraiser without switching tools

RaiseCraze only handles peer-to-peer campaigns. Zeffy gives you donation forms, ticketing, memberships, auctions, and a CRM — all in one place.

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Get help from people who understand small nonprofits

Zeffy's support team knows nonprofit fundraising, responds in 2–6 business hours, and never charges for help — no matter how many questions you have.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and RaiseCraze

Does Zeffy support ACH payments for larger donations?

Yes. Zeffy supports ACH bank transfers at no extra cost, making it easy for donors to give larger gifts directly from their accounts. You'll never pay platform fees on any payment method.

How much does Zeffy cost for peer-to-peer campaigns?

Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. There are no platform fees, no per-donation charges, and no monthly costs. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for organizations like yours.

Can I use Zeffy for more than just peer-to-peer fundraising?

Yes. Zeffy gives you everything in one platform: peer-to-peer campaigns, donation forms, event ticketing, memberships, auctions, and a donor CRM. You won't need to juggle multiple tools or pay for separate systems.

What kind of support does Zeffy offer nonprofits?

Zeffy's support team specializes in nonprofit fundraising and responds within 2–6 business hours. You get unlimited help at no extra cost, whether you're setting up your first campaign or managing your hundredth.

How much does RaiseCraze charge per donation?

RaiseCraze charges $1 per donation under $25 and $5 per donation for gifts of $25 or more, plus card processing fees. Zeffy charges nothing — you keep 100% of every donation with no platform or transaction fees.

Is Zeffy really free, or are there hidden costs?

Zeffy is genuinely free for nonprofits. There are no platform fees, no transaction fees, and no monthly charges. Zeffy stays free through optional donor tips, which are never required.

What's the difference between Zeffy and RaiseCraze for school fundraisers?

RaiseCraze focuses only on peer-to-peer campaigns and takes $1–$5 per donation plus processing fees. Zeffy offers peer-to-peer plus donation forms, ticketing, auctions, and a donor CRM — all with zero fees.

Does Zeffy charge credit card processing fees?

No. Zeffy covers all credit card and transaction fees for nonprofits. Whether donors pay by card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or ACH bank transfer, your organization keeps every dollar.

Can I switch from RaiseCraze to Zeffy without losing donors?

Yes. Zeffy makes it easy to set up new campaigns quickly, and your donors won't face any platform fees when they give. You can start accepting donations the same day you sign up.

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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.”

Amy R

Rebuilding Together Metro Chicago

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!

Debra B

Glory to Glory Women's Mentoring Ministry

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!!

Carmen M

DIVINA World Foundation

Zeffy is very easy to use and ensures that every dollar quickly gets into our account.. A huge help to our work!

Nathan C

Jiwa International

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.

Ryan S

Jesters Theatre: Youth Unlimited

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.

Jennifer H

GSCB Troop 144

We were ready to sell tickets in less than 30 minutes. The reporting capabilities were better than some other paid-for sites.

Mark B

Theta Mu Lambda Charitable Foundation

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!