SweepWidget Pricing vs Zeffy: $29+/mo or $0 for Nonprofit Fundraising?
SweepWidget tracks contest entries but can't accept donations. Zeffy handles both, with zero fees.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Zeffy VS SweepWidget
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Run raffles that actually raise money, not just entries
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Run raffles that actually raise money, not just entries
SweepWidget tracks contest entries — Zeffy sells raffle tickets, processes payments, and picks winners, all without monthly fees or platform charges
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Built for fundraising, not just giveaways
SweepWidget runs contests, but can't accept donations, sell tickets, or manage donors. Zeffy does it all, with zero fees and no add-ons to buy.
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One platform for all your fundraising needs
SweepWidget charges monthly fees and can't process payments. Zeffy gives you donations, ticketing, CRM, and email tools in one place, completely free.
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Get started in minutes, not months
SweepWidget is built for marketers, not nonprofits. Zeffy's designed for small teams with no tech background, so you can launch your first campaign today.
Frequently asked questions
How is Zeffy different from SweepWidget?
SweepWidget tracks contest entries but can't process payments or manage donors. Zeffy is a complete fundraising platform with donations, ticketing, raffles, CRM, and email tools built in.
Can I use Zeffy to run raffles and accept donations?
Yes. Zeffy sells raffle tickets, processes payments, and picks winners automatically. You can also accept donations, sell event tickets, and manage all your fundraising in one place.
Does Zeffy charge monthly fees like SweepWidget?
No. Zeffy is completely free with no monthly subscription fees or platform charges. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to support our platform.
What fundraising tools does Zeffy include that SweepWidget doesn't?
Zeffy includes payment processing, donor management, email campaigns, event ticketing, and raffle tools. SweepWidget only tracks contest entries and requires separate tools for fundraising.
How much does SweepWidget cost compared to Zeffy?
SweepWidget charges monthly fees ranging from $29/mo (Pro) to $249/mo (Enterprise), plus you'd need separate tools for donations and ticketing. Zeffy is 100% free with no monthly fees or transaction charges.
Can I accept donations with SweepWidget?
No. SweepWidget is built for contests and giveaways only — it can't process donations, sell tickets, or manage donors. If you need fundraising tools, you'd have to add separate platforms.
Is there a free alternative to SweepWidget for nonprofits?
Yes. Zeffy offers free raffles with built-in payment processing, automatic winner selection, and donor management. Unlike SweepWidget's free tier, Zeffy includes unlimited features with no upgrade required.
What's the catch with Zeffy being free?
No catch. Zeffy covers all platform and transaction fees. Donors can leave an optional tip to support the platform, but it's never required — your nonprofit keeps 100% of what you raise.
Do I need tech experience to set up Zeffy?
No. Zeffy is designed for small teams with no tech background. You can launch donation forms, raffles, or event ticketing in minutes without any training.
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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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