Is Zeffy really 100% free for Religious and Faith-based Organizations? What’s the catch?

Yes, Zeffy is completely free for Religious and Faith-based Organizations! There are no platform fees, no processing fees, and absolutely no hidden costs. Our funding comes from optional tips from donors who support Zeffy’s mission to keep every dollar with the organizations it benefits. That's it - no catch!

Can Religious and Faith-based Organizations use Zeffy to collect tithes?

Absolutely! Religious and Faith-based Organizations can use Zeffy to collect tithes, sell event tickets, and set up recurring donations without paying any fees. 100% of the collection goes directly to your organization's mission.

What types of fundraising campaigns can Religious and Faith-based Organizations run with Zeffy?

Religious and Faith-based Organizations can run a variety of fundraising campaigns with Zeffy. You can launch peer-to-peer fundraisers, organize ticketed events, or set up recurring donation programs. Whatever your fundraising needs, we've got you covered.

What’s the best fundraising platform for Religious and Faith-based Organizations?

Zeffy is the only truly 100% free fundraising platform for Religious and Faith-based Organizations. Unlike others that claim to be free but charge processing fees, we don’t take a penny from your donations. This means more money goes directly to your programs and causes — exactly where it belongs.

Keep 100% of your faith-based organization’s donations — no fees, ever

Most fundraising platforms quietly take 5–10% of every donation in fees. Zeffy is the only zero-fee solution built for Religious and Faith-based Organizations, so every dollar goes to your mission, not fundraising fees.

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How Zeffy helps Religious and Faith-based Organizations raise money

Religious and Faith-based Organizations use Zeffy to fund everything from from monthly tithes to online faith marketplace—without losing a cent to fees. Here's how:

Sustain the Ministries: Monthly Faith Pledge

Offer supporters a convenient way to automate their monthly tithes or offerings, ensuring consistent funding for church operations and outreach.

Set up recurring donations

Global Mission Marathon

Encourage church members to run, walk, or cycle while fundraising for overseas mission projects. Each supporter creates a personal page to rally donations from friends and family.

Launch a peer-to-peer campaign

Candlelight Christmas Concert

Sell tickets to an intimate candlelight concert in your sanctuary, raising holiday cheer and funds for community service programs.

Sell event tickets

Seasonal Blessings Giving Drive

Launch a custom online donation form for special appeals like Easter outreach or Back-to-School ministries, making it easy to give for a limited-time cause.

Create a donation form

Saints’ Day Raffle for Building Fund

Generate excitement with a raffle of donated prizes to fund your next building renovation, seamlessly selling tickets online and drawing winners live or virtually.

Sell raffle tickets

Heavenly Goods Online Marketplace

Open a web store to sell faith-based books, branded apparel, and baked goods, providing year-round revenue for youth programs—100% fee-free.

Open an online store

⚠️ Other platforms charge $2,500 in fees for every $50,000 your faith-based organization raises.

With Zeffy, you keep every cent.

Here’s what that $2,500 can fund instead

🤝 500 care packages for families

So those in need feel your congregation’s support

🕊️ Host 5 interfaith dialogue events

Promoting peace and unity across diverse communities

🎓 25 seminary course scholarships

Empowering emerging leaders to deepen their calling

🛠️ Restore 3 stained glass windows

Preserving your sacred heritage for generations

🌱 Launch a community garden program

Feeding neighbors while growing fellowship

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How Zeffy compares to other fundraising platforms for Religious and Faith-based Organizations

Fees	You keep	You loose
0% platform & processing fees	$50,000	$0
2.9% + $0.30/transaction	$48,400	-$1,600
2.2% + $0.30 + ~2.35% platform fees	$47,500	-$2,500
2.9% + $0.30/transaction	$48,350	-$1,650
3.7% + $1.79/ticket + 2.9% processing	$46,550	-$3,450 (est.)
1.99% + $0.49	$48,560	-$1,440

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Top 6 fundraising ideas for Religious and Faith-based Organizations

☀️ Sunrise Prayer Walkathon

Participants walk scenic routes at dawn in a sponsored prayer walk, collecting pledges per mile for outreach and community fellowship.

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🍦 Sundae Scripture Social

Host an outdoor ice cream social where kids memorize verses for free scoops. Attendees donate for extra toppings, building faith and funds.

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🌭 Fellowship Backyard BBQ

Organize a ticketed summer BBQ with grilled favorites, live worship music, and donation-based games for a family-friendly fundraiser.

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🎵 Summer Praise Concert

A ticketed outdoor worship concert featuring local faith bands. Sponsor booths and love offerings boost donations while uniting the community.

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📖 Digital Devotional Drive

Send daily email devotionals sponsored by donors. Each subscriber unlocks sponsored scripture messages, raising funds through sign-up gifts.

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🌐 Faith-in-Action Challenge

Launch a social media challenge encouraging supporters to post acts of kindness with your hashtag, raising peer-to-peer donations and awareness.

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Top grants for Religious and Faith-based Organizations in 2025

Unlock funding with top grants tailored to your faith-based organization. These options are a great place to start.

EPA Environmental Education (EE) Grants

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Up to $100,000

Supports environmental education projects; application deadline August 15, 2025.

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Community Grants

King Foundation

$15,000 to $75,000

Supports nonprofit community initiatives in Arkansas and Texas; upcoming letter of inquiry deadline June 16, 2025.

Apply now

Federal Grants for Faith-Based Organizations

U.S. Department of Justice - Task Force for Faith-based & Community Initiatives

Varies by grant

Provides access to federal grants for faith-based nonprofits on equal footing; find grants via www.Grants.gov.

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EPA Environmental Education Local Grants (NOFOs)

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Approximately 30-35 grants nationwide; amount varies

Grants for environmental education projects by region; 2023 cycle closed, monitor for upcoming cycles.

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Top companies that donate to Religious and Faith-based Organizations in 2025

Looking for corporate partners that support your faith-based organization’s mission? These companies offer grants, matching gifts, and in-kind donations to help churches expand their outreach and sustain long-term growth.

Walmart

Supports faith-based nonprofits through local grants, Spark Good programs including round up donations, charitable registries, and fundraising space

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Elevated Faith

Donates a portion of profits to reputable Christian organizations and supports faith-based nonprofits through monthly Charity Day donations

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Tim Tebow Foundation

Serves faith-based and marginalized communities worldwide with various programs since 2010

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Unum

Provides charitable giving focused on equitable pathways, health, and community support (excludes funding religious organizations but offers matching gifts program)

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