Charity Engine VS Donorfy
CharityEngine and Donorfy offer donor management tools, but both charge monthly fees that add up over time. Zeffy gives you donor tracking, automated receipts, and campaign management with zero fees — so you can focus on building relationships instead of managing subscription costs.
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Charity Engine VS Donorfy
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Why choose Zeffy over CharityEngine and Donorfy if you're a nonprofit
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CharityEngine and Donorfy charge monthly fees plus processing costs
Zeffy charges zero fees on donations, raffles, and events, so every dollar raised goes directly to your mission instead of platform costs.
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CharityEngine and Donorfy require separate tools for events and fundraising
Zeffy includes auctions, raffles, ticketing, and peer-to-peer fundraising in one platform, eliminating the need for multiple tools and manual data syncing.
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CharityEngine and Donorfy demand technical setup and ongoing maintenance
Zeffy works right out of the box with simple setup, letting small teams focus on donor relationships instead of learning complex systems.
Frequently asked questions
How does Zeffy's pricing compare to CharityEngine and Donorfy for donor management?
Zeffy charges zero platform fees for donor management, while CharityEngine costs $550/month plus processing fees and Donorfy's monthly fees increase as your donor database grows. You keep 100% of donations with just optional donor contributions.
What donor management features does Zeffy offer that CharityEngine and Donorfy don't?
Zeffy includes built-in donation forms, event ticketing, online stores, and peer-to-peer campaigns alongside donor tracking. CharityEngine and Donorfy require separate tools for these features, adding complexity and costs to your fundraising efforts.
Why choose Zeffy over CharityEngine or Donorfy for donor management?
Zeffy offers complete donor management with zero platform fees, while CharityEngine costs $550/month plus processing fees and Donorfy charges monthly fees that scale with your database size. You get the same CRM features without the hefty price tag.
How does Zeffy's donor tracking compare to other donor management platforms?
Zeffy provides robust donor profiles, gift tracking, and automated receipts at zero cost. Unlike CharityEngine's complex setup or Donorfy's scaling fees, you can start managing donors immediately without technical expertise or budget concerns.
Can Zeffy handle all my fundraising needs like CharityEngine or Donorfy?
Yes, Zeffy goes beyond basic donor management to include donation forms, event ticketing, peer-to-peer campaigns, and online stores. You get everything CharityEngine and Donorfy offer, plus more fundraising tools, all at zero platform cost.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
50,000+ 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.
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