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Do you need a lottery licence for 50/50 Nova Scotia? Help with event ticketing? Zeffy can help make sense of lottery licences for fundraising in Nova Scotia.

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Learn everything you need to know about Venmo for nonprofits, including if it's right for you—and a free alternative.

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Explore how Stripe for nonprofits works, uncover fee details, and application steps for nonprofit discounts, and compare top alternatives to maximize your fundraising efforts.

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Stop losing 5–10% of your donations to Eventbrite fees (free calculator included). Explore the best free Eventbrite alternatives for small nonprofits and discover why Zeffy is the only zero-fee solution.

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Raffles are illegal in Utah under §76-10-1101. Here's what your nonprofit can do instead, plus free fundraising tools that keep 100% of what you raise.

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Rated 4.9/5 on G2. See real pros, cons, and results from nonprofits using the only zero-fee fundraising platform. Read the full breakdown.

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Compare the 16 best accredited grant writing certification programs — from free online courses to university credentials. Find options by cost, format, and experience level.

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Running a fundraiser on a tight budget and short on time? Discover 50+ simple, low-cost event ideas used by real grassroots nonprofits—and learn how to keep 100% of the donations you raise.

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Grab the nonprofit basics on Google Ad Grants. Learn how Google Ad Grants for nonprofits work, eligibility requirements, and tips to maximize results.

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Explore 11 top donation apps with free options. Check out our 2025 guide to pick the right one for your nonprofit, as an individual, or for your business.

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Learn how to track, engage, and grow donor relationships with donation management software and find free options to simplify donation management.

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Discover the best nonprofit startup grants available to help launch your organization. Learn how to secure essential funding and start making an impact.

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Save your funds with free stuff for nonprofits. Find out about nonprofit templates, guides, and tools for fundraising, events, and donor engagement.

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Need a nonprofit website but short on time or budget? Explore top website builders and discover how Zeffy helps grassroots nonprofits start fundraising — no website needed.

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Manage and engage donors for free by comparing the top 6 free CRMs for nonprofits — including Zeffy, DonorDock, Giving Fuel, Rallyup, and more.

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Compare the top donor management software options for small nonprofits — including Zeffy, Kindful, Classy, and more — and find the best free platform for your nonprofit.

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Ready to start making an impact in your community? Learn how to start a nonprofit using these steps, plus discover how you can do it all for free with Zeffy.

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Discover the top nonprofit membership software options, including free platforms like Zeffy. Compare prices, features, and find the best fit for your organization in 2025.

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Discover our list of innovative fundraising ideas to raise more money. Explore unique and easy ideas for every organization.

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Discover the true costs of starting a nonprofit in 2025. From legal fees to fundraising expenses, learn what to expect and grab a free budgeting template.

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Learn what Form 990 is and how to file it with this step-by-step guide for tax-exempt organizations to meet federal requirements.

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Wondering how much it costs to start a nonprofit? Learn how to get up and running for free with our top tips, tools, and resources.

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