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Keep 100% of your school’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 Schools, so every dollar goes to your mission, not fundraising fees.

Trusted by 50,000+ nonprofits — including hundreds of Schools

Zero-fee fundraising for Schools

How Zeffy helps Schools raise money

Schools use Zeffy to fund everything from from school supply drives to spirit gear stores—without losing a cent to fees. Here's how:

Launch a Back-to-School Supplies Drive

Raise funds to purchase essential school supplies for every student through a simple online donation form. Speed up collection and make it easy for parents and community members to contribute.

Establish a Classroom Champions Program

Secure ongoing support for individual classrooms by inviting donors to set up small monthly gifts. Recurring donations give teachers a predictable budget for supplies and enrichment all year long.

Host a Peer-to-Peer Fun Run

Engage students, families, and alumni in a community fun run where each participant raises funds through their own page. Peer-to-peer fundraising sparks friendly competition and broadens your donor base.

Sell Tickets to the Spring Arts Showcase

Manage ticket sales for school plays, choir concerts, or art exhibitions in one place. Online ticketing streamlines check-in, tracks attendance, and maximizes event revenue.

Run a Senior Class Raffle

Boost funds for the graduating class with an engaging online raffle. Sell digital tickets fee-free and automate winner selection to support prom, caps, gowns, and yearbook costs.

Open a School Spirit Online Store

Offer custom-printed apparel, accessories, and gear year-round with zero platform fees. An online store makes it easy for families and supporters to show their pride and support programs.

How Zeffy compares to other fundraising platforms for Schools

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 Schools

☀️ Summer Reading Relay

Supporters pledge per page or hour read by students; participants log reading online, boosting literacy and raising funds for new library resources.

🏖️ Beach Clean & Learn

Community beach cleanup paired with pop-up STEM workshops; participants fundraise via registration, enhancing programs and environmental education.

🍋 Community Lemonade Fest

Students run lemonade stands at local spots; community enjoys refreshing drinks, with proceeds funding classroom supplies and school events.

🚲 Bike-a-Thon for Books

Cyclists gather pledges per mile to pedal a scenic route; funds support new book purchases while riders promote literacy at rest stops.

💻 Virtual Talent Showcase

Students and alumni perform in a live-streamed talent show; viewers buy virtual tickets and donate, fostering school spirit and raising funds.

🎨 Chalk the Campus

Artists chalk murals on campus walkways; sponsors bid on squares, transforming sidewalks into art while funding school improvements.

Want more inspiration?

Explore 40+ free Schools fundraising ideas

Top grants for Schools in 2025

Unlock funding with top grants tailored to your school. These options are a great place to start.

EPA Environmental Education Grants

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Up to $100,000

Supports environmental education projects; deadline August 15, 2025.

Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers Program, Cohort 21, Competitive

New Jersey Department of Education

Not specified

Supports community learning centers for academic enrichment and other activities; application due June 26, 2025.

Individuals Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (84.129Q)

U.S. Department of Education

Up to $150,000

Provides funding for programs supporting individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing; currently open.

Individuals Who Are Blind or Have Low Vision (84.129P)

U.S. Department of Education

Up to $175,000

Provides funding for programs supporting individuals who are blind or have low vision; currently open.

Top companies that donate to Schools in 2025

Looking for corporate partners that support your school’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 education nonprofits through local grants and Spark Good programs

Target

Supports accredited schools and nonprofits through grants, community engagement funds, and gift card donations

DonorsChoose

Supports public school teachers by connecting donors with classroom project needs

State Farm

Matches contributions to schools and universities as part of their education and safety nonprofit support

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