SecureGive Charges $149/Month + 2.5% Per Gift. Zeffy Charges Nothing.
Plus Zeffy includes ticketing, auctions, and raffles that SecureGive doesn't offer.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Zeffy VS SecureGive
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Keep more of every donation, without the monthly bill
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Keep more of every donation, without the monthly bill
Zeffy gives you 100% free fundraising tools — no processing fees, no platform fees, no monthly charges eating into your budget before you even start.
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Your donors shouldn't pay monthly fees for you to accept their gifts
SecureGive charges $149–$299/month plus processing fees on every donation. Zeffy is 100% free, so every dollar goes to your mission, not your software bill.
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Run your whole fundraising year without switching tools
SecureGive handles donations but not events, auctions, or raffles. Zeffy gives you ticketing, peer-to-peer, memberships, and a donor CRM in one place.
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Get started in minutes, not months
SecureGive requires setup calls and technical onboarding. Zeffy's built for small teams — create your first form, send it out, and start raising funds today.
Frequently asked questions
Can I accept recurring donations without paying a monthly subscription?
Yes. Zeffy lets you set up recurring donation programs with automated billing and donor management at zero cost. SecureGive charges $149–$299/month just to access their recurring giving features. Donors can give using credit cards, debit cards, ACH bank transfers, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. All payment methods are included at no extra cost, with no processing fees taken from donations.
Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for donation forms?
Yes. Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits with no monthly fees, platform fees, or processing fees. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for organizations like yours.
Can I run events and raffles on Zeffy, or just accept donations?
Zeffy gives you donation forms, event ticketing, peer-to-peer campaigns, raffles, auctions, memberships, and a donor CRM in one platform. You don't need separate tools or subscriptions to run your fundraising year.
How long does it take to set up my first donation form on Zeffy?
You can create and share your first donation form in minutes. No setup calls or technical onboarding required. Just sign up, build your form, and start accepting donations right away.
How much does SecureGive cost per year compared to Zeffy?
SecureGive charges $149–$299 per month, which adds up to over $1,800 yearly before processing fees. Zeffy has no monthly fees, no processing fees, and no platform fees — ever.
Does SecureGive charge processing fees on donations?
Yes. SecureGive charges processing fees around 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction on top of monthly subscription costs. Zeffy covers all processing and credit card fees, so nonprofits keep 100% of every donation.
What's the catch with Zeffy being free?
There's no catch. Zeffy is funded by optional tips from donors — never required. Nonprofits always keep 100% of what they raise with no hidden fees or surprise charges.
Does Zeffy include a donor CRM like SecureGive?
Yes. Zeffy includes a full donor CRM with giving history, contact management, and automated tax receipts at no cost. SecureGive charges monthly fees to access similar donor management features.
Can I switch from SecureGive to Zeffy without losing donor data?
Yes. You can import your existing donor information into Zeffy and start accepting donations right away. Setup takes minutes with no technical onboarding or setup calls required.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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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.
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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.
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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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