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
Zeffy VS RaiseCraze
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
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.
Frequently asked questions
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.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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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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SUCCESS STORIES
Zero-fee fundraising in action — nonprofit stories worth sharing.
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