StratusLIVE Charges $99/mo + 2.9% Per Gift. Zeffy Charges Nothing.
Plus Zeffy includes peer-to-peer campaigns, raffles, and online stores that StratusLIVE doesn't offer.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Zeffy VS StratusLIVE
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Run your CRM and fundraising in one place, without the fees
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Run your CRM and fundraising in one place, without the fees
Zeffy includes donor tracking, online donations, event ticketing, and auctions with zero monthly costs or transaction fees
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Your CRM shouldn't cost more than your fundraising tools
StratusLIVE charges $99/month plus 2.9% per gift before you accept a single donation. Zeffy includes donor tracking, email campaigns, and payment processing at zero cost.
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Run campaigns without juggling logins or payment processors
StratusLIVE tracks donors but requires separate tools for peer-to-peer campaigns, raffles, and merchandise sales. Zeffy handles donations, events, auctions, and stores in one place.
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Get started in minutes, not months
StratusLIVE requires customized pricing calls and setup before you can launch. Zeffy lets you create donation forms, send emails, and accept gifts the same day you sign up.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zeffy cost compared to StratusLIVE?
StratusLIVE charges $99/month plus 2.9% per donation before you raise a dollar. Zeffy charges zero platform fees and zero monthly costs, so you keep 100% of what you raise.
Can I run my entire fundraising operation in Zeffy without paying monthly fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes donor tracking, online donations, event ticketing, auctions, raffles, and stores at no cost. StratusLIVE requires separate tools for peer-to-peer campaigns and merchandise sales.
Does Zeffy include donor management and email tools like StratusLIVE?
Zeffy includes a full donor database, email campaigns, and automated receipts with zero fees. StratusLIVE offers similar features but charges monthly subscription costs plus transaction fees on every gift.
Does Zeffy work for small nonprofits just starting to track donors?
Yes. Zeffy works for organizations of any size with zero setup costs or monthly minimums. You get the same donor tracking, email tools, and payment processing whether you raise $500 or $50,000 per month.
Can I import my donor records into Zeffy and start accepting donations immediately?
Yes. You can import your donor records into Zeffy and start accepting donations immediately. There are no migration fees, setup costs, or contracts locking you into StratusLIVE's monthly charges.
How long does it take to set up Zeffy compared to StratusLIVE?
Zeffy allows same-day setup with no technical expertise required. StratusLIVE has a more complex setup process that typically takes longer to configure.
Does StratusLIVE charge transaction fees on every donation?
Yes. StratusLIVE charges 2.9% per donation on top of its $99/month subscription. Zeffy charges zero transaction fees and zero monthly costs.
Can I run peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns in Zeffy?
Yes. Zeffy includes peer-to-peer campaigns, raffles, auctions, and online stores all in one platform. StratusLIVE requires separate tools for these activities.
Is there a contract or commitment required with Zeffy?
No. Zeffy has no contracts, no setup fees, and no monthly minimums. You can start accepting donations immediately without being locked into any agreement.
How does Zeffy stay free if there are no platform fees?
Zeffy is funded by optional tips from donors. Donors can choose to leave a small tip to support the platform, but it's never required. Nonprofits always keep 100% of what they raise.
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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