Vivenu Pricing Breakdown: $1 + 5.5% Per Ticket vs Zeffy's $0 Fees

Vivenu handles ticketing only. Zeffy adds donations, CRM, raffles, and email tools, all free.

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Zeffy VS Vivenu

Zeffy VS Vivenu: What nonprofits should know before choosing.

Pricing

Completely free. Always. But how? →

Varies.

$1 + 2.5% + 3% card fees per ticket

Processing fees

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

2.5%.

of total gross purchase value per transaction (for Managed Payments)

Platform fees

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

$1.

USD 1.00 per ticket (online or offline point-of-sale)

Monthly fees

0/month.

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

N/A.

No pricing information available

Other fees

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

N/A.

No pricing information available

Pricing transparency

10/10.

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

3/10.

No public pricing page found. Fees only discoverable through legal documents and contracts.

Value for money

5/5.

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

4.9/5.

Features

5/5.

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

4.8/5.

Built for commercial ticketing, not nonprofits - missing donation tools, CRM features, and year-round fundraising

Donations

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

No donation tools - built for commercial ticketing, not fundraising or donor relationships

Ticketing

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

Full event ticketing with reserved seating, access control, and box office tools - requires paid plan

Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

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

No peer-to-peer tools - attendees can't create fundraising pages or campaigns for your cause

Auctions

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

No auction features - built for ticketing and event access, not fundraising auctions or bidding

Raffles

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

No raffle features - focused on event access, not fundraising activities like raffles or drawings

Online Store

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

No store functionality - designed for ticket sales only, not merchandise or product sales

Memberships

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

Season passes and subscription ticketing available - designed for venues, not nonprofit membership programs

Donor management/CRM

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

Attendee data and purchase history only - no donor profiles, giving tracking, or nonprofit CRM tools

Emails & Newsletter

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

Event confirmation and ticket delivery emails only - no donor communication or fundraising campaigns

Payment Processing

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

Integrated payment processing with multiple payment methods and automatic settlement

Payment Methods

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

Credit cards and digital wallets only. No ACH bank transfers or in-person payment collection.

Credit Card Payments

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

All major credit and debit cards accepted through integrated payment processing

Apple Pay & Google Pay

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

Apple Pay and Google Pay available at online checkout for ticket purchases

ACH / Bank Transfers

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

No ACH bank transfers - card-only checkout limits large donation options for events

Tap to Pay App

Anyone on your team can take payments from their phone. No card reader, no fees, no friction.

Mobile app for on-site ticket scanning and check-in - no payment collection at the door

Support

5/5.

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

4.9/5.

Support built for commercial venues, not nonprofits. Generic help resources focused on event organizers and ticketing operations.

Help Center

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

Searchable help center with articles and FAQs focused on venue operators and ticketing; limited nonprofit-specific guides.

Email Support

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

Email support available but built for commercial events - limited nonprofit expertise

Phone Support

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

Phone support available during business hours - geared toward venue operators, not nonprofits

Onboarding

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

Self-service onboarding only — no nonprofit-specific setup assistance.

Community

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

No community forum or user groups available for nonprofits.

Zeffy is 100% free, always.

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Why Zeffy over Vivenu?

Run fundraising events built for your mission, not a venue

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Run fundraising events built for your mission, not a venue

Vivenu charges per ticket and doesn't support donations, raffles, or donor relationships — Zeffy gives you ticketing plus all your fundraising tools in one place, 100% free

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Built for venues, not your mission

Vivenu tracks attendees, not donors. Zeffy gives you ticketing plus donations, CRM, and email — built for nonprofits, not concert halls.

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Every ticket fee cuts into your fundraiser

Vivenu charges $1 per ticket plus 2.5% processing. Zeffy is 100% free, so your gala raises more and your supporters pay less.

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Get started in minutes, not months

Vivenu's built for enterprise venues with complex setup. Zeffy's designed for small teams — launch your first event today, no training required.

Questions nonprofits ask when choosing between Zeffy and Vivenu

Is Zeffy really 100% free for nonprofits?

Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees, zero subscription fees, and zero payment processing fees. Your supporters have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for nonprofits like yours.

Can I sell tickets and accept donations on the same platform?

Yes. Zeffy combines ticketing with donations, raffles, memberships, and peer-to-peer fundraising in one platform. Vivenu only handles ticket sales and doesn't support fundraising tools or donor relationships.

How does Zeffy make money if there are no fees?

Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution at checkout to support Zeffy's mission. This keeps the platform 100% free for nonprofits, so you never pay platform or processing fees.

Does Zeffy work for small fundraising events or just large galas?

Yes. Zeffy works for events of any size, from small community gatherings to major galas. Set up your event page in minutes and start selling tickets right away, with no minimum sales or setup fees.

How much does Vivenu charge per ticket?

Vivenu charges $1 per ticket plus 2.5% payment processing on every sale. Zeffy charges zero fees, so your nonprofit keeps 100% of ticket revenue.

Is Zeffy still free in 2026?

Yes. Zeffy remains 100% free for nonprofits in 2026 with no platform fees, no processing fees, and no subscription costs.

Can Vivenu handle donations and donor management?

No. Vivenu only handles ticket sales and is built for venues, not nonprofits. Zeffy includes donations, CRM, email tools, and donor management alongside ticketing.

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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!