CauseMatch Campaigns Cost 5% in Fees. Here's a Zero-Fee Alternative.
Plus ticketing, auctions, and memberships CauseMatch doesn't offer. Compare features below.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Zeffy VS CauseMatch
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Run your peer-to-peer campaign without losing 5% to fees
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Run your peer-to-peer campaign without losing 5% to fees
Zeffy gives you team pages, leaderboards, and donor tracking with zero platform fees, so every dollar raised actually goes to your mission
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Your peer-to-peer campaign shouldn't cost 5% of what you raise
CauseMatch takes a 5% platform fee on top of processing costs. Zeffy charges zero fees, so your team fundraisers and matching campaigns keep 100% of donations.
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Run more than one type of fundraiser without switching platforms
CauseMatch is built for peer-to-peer campaigns only. Zeffy gives you donations, ticketing, raffles, auctions, and memberships in one place, so you can fundraise year-round.
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Get started in minutes, not months
CauseMatch requires learning their platform approach and setup time before launch. Zeffy's tools work right away, so you can create your first campaign today.
Frequently asked questions
Does Zeffy really charge zero fees for peer-to-peer campaigns?
Yes. Zeffy charges zero platform fees and zero monthly fees. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution to keep Zeffy free for nonprofits, so you keep 100% of every donation raised through your peer-to-peer campaign.
Can I run different types of fundraisers on Zeffy, or just peer-to-peer?
Zeffy gives you peer-to-peer campaigns, donation forms, ticketing, raffles, auctions, and memberships in one platform. You can run year-round fundraising without switching tools or paying multiple subscriptions.
How quickly can I launch my first campaign on Zeffy?
You can create and launch your first campaign today. Zeffy's tools work right away without setup fees or training requirements, so you can start fundraising immediately instead of waiting weeks to learn a new system.
What payment options can donors use on Zeffy?
Donors can give using all major credit and debit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and ACH bank transfers. ACH payments let supporters make larger gifts directly from their bank accounts, which CauseMatch doesn't offer.
What support does Zeffy offer?
You get unlimited email and chat support at no extra cost, plus a help center with step-by-step guides. There are no tiered support plans, so every nonprofit gets the same level of help regardless of campaign size.
How much does CauseMatch charge in fees compared to Zeffy?
CauseMatch charges a 5% platform fee plus payment processing costs, which adds up to about 8% total. On a $10,000 campaign, that's $800 lost to fees. Zeffy charges zero platform fees, so your full $10,000 goes to your mission.
Is Zeffy a good alternative to CauseVox or MightyCause?
Yes. Unlike CauseVox and MightyCause, which charge platform fees, Zeffy is 100% free with no monthly costs. You get donations, events, peer-to-peer, ticketing, and donor management in one platform without paying for multiple subscriptions.
Can I use Zeffy for more than just peer-to-peer campaigns?
Absolutely. CauseMatch only handles peer-to-peer fundraising, but Zeffy includes donation forms, event ticketing, raffles, auctions, and memberships all in one place. You won't need to pay for separate tools.
How does Zeffy stay free if there are no platform fees?
Zeffy is funded by optional tips from donors at checkout. The tip is never required, and nonprofits always keep 100% of what they raise. No platform fees, no monthly fees, no hidden costs.
Does switching from CauseMatch to Zeffy require a lot of setup time?
No. Zeffy's tools are designed to work right away without training or onboarding delays. Most nonprofits launch their first campaign the same day they sign up.
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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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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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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.
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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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