Virtuous CRM Pricing vs Zeffy: $199/mo or $0 for Your Nonprofit?
Virtuous needs add-ons for events and auctions. Zeffy includes them free — save $2,600+/year.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Keep more of every dollar without losing donor insights
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Keep more of every dollar without losing donor insights
Run donations, emails, and donor tracking in one place with zero monthly fees, so you can focus on relationships instead of reconciling tools.
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You shouldn't have to budget for software before your mission
Virtuous starts at $199/month plus transaction fees. Zeffy is 100% free, so every dollar raised goes directly to your cause, not your CRM bill.
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Run your whole fundraising operation without juggling tools
Virtuous is a CRM that needs add-ons for events, auctions, and ticketing. Zeffy includes donations, ticketing, raffles, auctions, and peer-to-peer in one place.
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Get started in minutes, not months
Virtuous requires onboarding, training, and setup time. Zeffy works right away — create your first form, send it out, and start raising funds the same day.
Frequently asked questions
Can I run events and auctions without paying for extra tools?
Yes. Zeffy includes ticketing, raffles, and auctions at no cost. Virtuous requires separate software or integrations for events, which means additional fees and manual data syncing between systems. Your data stays yours. Export donor records, transaction history, and contact lists anytime. Zeffy never locks you in with contracts or data restrictions, so you can move platforms whenever it makes sense for your organization.
Is Zeffy really free, or are there hidden costs?
Zeffy is 100% free for nonprofits. There are no monthly fees, platform fees, or setup costs. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for organizations like yours.
Can I track donors and send emails without paying monthly fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes donor management and email tools at no cost. Track giving history, segment supporters, and send campaigns without paying for a CRM subscription or per-contact fees.
Do I need technical skills or training to get started with Zeffy?
No training required. Create donation forms, event pages, or raffles in minutes using simple templates. Launch your first campaign the same day you sign up, without onboarding calls or setup fees.
How much does Virtuous cost per month for nonprofits?
Virtuous pricing varies by plan, starting around $99–$350/month plus transaction fees (typically 2.9% + $0.30 per gift). Zeffy has no monthly fees and no transaction fees, so you keep 100% of every donation.
Can I run peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns without extra fees?
Yes. Zeffy includes peer-to-peer fundraising at no cost. Virtuous requires additional software or integrations for peer-to-peer campaigns, which adds complexity and fees.
Is Zeffy a CRM, or do I need separate donor management software?
Zeffy includes built-in donor management tools to track giving history, manage recurring gifts, and segment supporters—all free. You don't need a separate CRM subscription.
How much can my nonprofit save by switching from Virtuous to Zeffy?
A nonprofit raising $50,000 annually could save over $2,600 by switching to Zeffy. Virtuous monthly fees plus 2.9% transaction costs add up quickly—Zeffy charges nothing.
Does Zeffy offer support if I need help getting started?
Yes. Zeffy provides free, unlimited expert support to every nonprofit. Virtuous limits support based on your plan tier, which can mean extra costs or slower response times.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Zeffy
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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