Eventbrite Fees vs Zeffy: What Nonprofits Actually Pay
Sell event tickets with zero fees taking a cut from your fundraising. Keep 100% of every ticket sale to fund your mission.
Zeffy is trusted by 100,000+ nonprofits
Zeffy VS Eventbrite
Zeffy is 100% free, always.
Keep 100% of every ticket sale and donation
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Keep every dollar from your fundraising events
Eventbrite charges 3.7% + $1.59 per ticket, plus processing fees. That's money taken directly from your mission. Zeffy's event ticketing is 100% free.
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Run events without juggling multiple platforms
Eventbrite handles tickets, but you'll need separate tools for donations, donor follow-up, and thank-you emails. Zeffy combines it all in one place.
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Get help when you need it, not when it's convenient
Eventbrite limits support to paid plans only. Zeffy gives every nonprofit free, unlimited support from fundraising experts who understand your world.
Frequently asked questions
What donor management features does Zeffy offer that Eventbrite doesn't?
Zeffy includes built-in donor management with contact profiles, giving history, and automated tax receipts. Eventbrite only tracks ticket buyers, not donors, and lacks relationship management tools for ongoing supporter engagement.
Can I run multiple fundraising campaigns alongside my events?
Yes, Zeffy lets you run donation campaigns, raffles, auctions, and peer-to-peer fundraising alongside your events. Eventbrite focuses solely on ticketing with basic donation add-ons but no comprehensive fundraising tools.
How much does Zeffy cost compared to Eventbrite for nonprofit events?
Zeffy is completely free for nonprofits. Eventbrite charges 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket plus 2.9% payment processing fees. For a $50 ticket, you'd pay $4.30 in fees to Eventbrite but $0 to Zeffy.
Can I collect donations and sell tickets in the same platform?
Yes, Zeffy combines event ticketing with donation collection and donor management in one platform. Eventbrite focuses mainly on ticketing with limited donation features and no donor relationship tools.
Do attendees pay fees when buying tickets through Zeffy?
No, ticket buyers pay zero fees with Zeffy. Donors have the option to leave a voluntary contribution. With Eventbrite, attendees pay the 3.7% + $1.79 service fee unless you absorb it.
Does Eventbrite offer a nonprofit discount?
Eventbrite does not offer a nonprofit-specific discount. Nonprofits pay the same fees as everyone else: $15/month minimum plus 3.7% + $1.79 per ticket and 2.9% payment processing fees. Zeffy is 100% free for all nonprofits with zero fees.
Can I use Zeffy for free events?
Yes, Zeffy is completely free for all events, whether paid or free. You pay nothing for the platform, ticketing, or payment processing. Eventbrite charges fees even on paid tickets for free events.
Is Zeffy really free or are there hidden costs?
Zeffy is truly 100% free with no hidden costs, monthly fees, or setup charges. Donors can optionally leave a voluntary tip to support the platform, but nonprofits never pay anything.
How hard is it to switch from Eventbrite to Zeffy?
Switching to Zeffy is simple and fast. Zeffy offers free unlimited support with 2-6 hour response times and weekly webinars to help you get started, unlike Eventbrite which limits support to paid plans only.
Can Zeffy handle in-person ticket sales at events?
Yes, Zeffy offers a Tap to Pay app for in-person payments and works offline, making it easy to sell tickets on-site. Eventbrite only supports credit cards and digital wallets online.
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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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