Veracross Is Built for Schools. Here's What Nonprofits Actually Need.

Veracross starts at $500/mo and lacks donation forms, ticketing, or auctions. Zeffy includes all three for $0.

Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits

Zeffy VS Veracross

Zeffy VS Veracross: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

$500/month subscription plus 2.85% card fees

Processing fees

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

$55.

contract fee for 10 payment plans; $20 contract fee for 2 payment plans; $0 contract fee if paid in full by specified deadline

Platform fees

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

N/A.

Custom pricing based on school size and needs; requires contacting Veracross for a tailored quote

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

$500/month.

Starting at $500 per month

Other fees

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

Varies.

Estimated $16 per student per year for SIS, gradebook, and LMS, with volume discounts available

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

3/10.

No pricing page. Must contact sales for quotes. Fees buried in school PDFs and third-party sites.

Value for money

5/5.

450+ reviews on Capterra. All-in-one fundraising, zero fees, unbeatable value.

3.9/5.

Features

5/5.

No training needed. Built for busy nonprofit teams, not tech pros. Launch a campaign in under 30 minutes.

7.2/5.

Built for schools, not nonprofits - lacks donation forms, fundraising campaigns, and donor management tools

Donations

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

Donation tracking within broader database - not built as a fundraising platform with forms or campaigns

Ticketing

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

No ticketing tools - requires separate event management software for nonprofit fundraising events

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

No peer-to-peer fundraising - focuses on constituent data management rather than campaign tools

Auctions

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

No auction tools - Veracross is a school management system, not designed for fundraising events or silent auctions

Raffles

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

No raffle or lottery features - not designed for fundraising activities beyond gift tracking

Online Store

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

No online store capabilities - built for data management, not selling merchandise or products

Memberships

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

No membership features - built for school enrollment and student information management, not nonprofit memberships

Donor management/CRM

Ditch the expensive CRM. Track donations, send thank-yous, and build donor loyalty — all fee-free.

Parent and alumni contact management for schools - lacks nonprofit donor tracking, giving history, or fundraising CRM

Emails & Newsletter

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

School communication tools for parents and students - not designed for donor outreach or fundraising campaigns

Payment Processing

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

Tuition billing and payment plans for schools - not designed for donation processing or nonprofit fundraising

Payment Methods

All-in-one fundraising: donations, events, memberships, email, and donor CRM — 100% free.

Card processing is available via the platform's integrated payment gateway (fees apply); no Apple/Google Pay, ACH, or native in-person payment tools.

Credit Card Payments

Accept all major credit cards with zero processing fees. Zeffy covers the cost — you keep 100% of every donation.

Card payments through an integrated processor - limited to their payment gateway with transaction fees

Apple Pay & Google Pay

One-tap donations and tickets with Apple Pay & Google Pay. No fees, just smooth mobile checkouts.

No digital wallet support - basic payment integration without modern checkout options

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

No ACH bank transfer capability - school-focused CRM without direct payment processing features

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 - designed for school administration, not fundraising events or campaigns

Support

5/5.

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

8.2/5.

Support built for K-12 schools, not nonprofits. Email help focused on school administration - no donor management or fundraising expertise.

Help Center

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

Comprehensive help center with guides, tutorials, and FAQs — focused on K-12 administration, not nonprofit fundraising.

Email Support

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

Email support available but built for schools - no nonprofit fundraising expertise or guidance

Phone Support

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

Phone support during business hours for school clients — not equipped for nonprofit use cases.

Onboarding

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

Self-service onboarding only — no dedicated nonprofit onboarding or hands-on setup assistance.

Community

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

No community forums or user groups focused on nonprofit users.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over Veracross?

You need fundraising tools, not a school management system

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You need fundraising tools, not a school management system

Veracross tracks students and tuition — Zeffy helps nonprofits raise money with donation forms, event ticketing, and donor management built for your mission

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Built for schools, not fundraising

Veracross tracks students and parents. Zeffy tracks donors, campaigns, and giving history — so you can build relationships that last.

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Your donors deserve better than tuition software

Veracross charges monthly fees and processes tuition payments. Zeffy gives you donation forms, ticketing, auctions, and a real CRM — with zero fees.

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Get started in minutes, not months

Veracross requires custom quotes and long setup timelines. Zeffy is free to start, easy to learn, and built so small teams can launch campaigns today.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Veracross

Is Veracross built for nonprofits or schools?

Veracross is a school management system designed for K-12 institutions to track students, tuition, and enrollment. Zeffy is built specifically for nonprofits to manage donors, accept donations, and run fundraising campaigns.

Does Zeffy charge monthly fees like Veracross?

No. Veracross starts at $500 per month plus custom fees. Zeffy is completely free for nonprofits with zero platform fees, monthly charges, or transaction costs. Donors can leave an optional contribution to support our platform.

Can I use Zeffy for donation forms and event ticketing?

Yes. Zeffy includes donation forms, event ticketing, auctions, raffles, memberships, and peer-to-peer fundraising. Veracross offers none of these tools because it's designed for school administration, not nonprofit fundraising.

How quickly can I start accepting donations with Zeffy?

You can create your first donation form and start accepting gifts in minutes. No custom quotes, no sales calls, no setup fees. Just sign up free and launch your campaign today.

How much does Veracross charge for CRM features?

Veracross CRM pricing starts at $500 per month plus custom fees, with annual costs potentially reaching thousands. Zeffy includes a full donor CRM with unlimited contacts, giving history tracking, and campaign management at no cost.

Does Zeffy charge credit card processing fees?

No. Zeffy covers all credit card and transaction fees so nonprofits keep 100% of every donation. Veracross charges card processing costs and transaction fees on top of monthly subscription fees.

Is Veracross affordable for small schools or nonprofits?

Veracross pricing starts at $500 per month plus custom fees, which can be prohibitive for small organizations. Zeffy is completely free regardless of your organization's size or budget.

What payment methods does Zeffy accept?

Zeffy accepts credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and bank transfers. All payment processing is included free with no transaction fees for nonprofits.

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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.”

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!

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!!

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

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.

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.

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

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!