What is Zeffy?
Zeffy is a comprehensive fundraising platform designed exclusively for nonprofit organizations. It provides a centralized solution for various fundraising activities including donations, event ticketing, raffles, auctions, online stores, peer-to-peer campaigns, and memberships. The platform emphasizes complete fee-free operation, allowing nonprofits to retain 100% of funds raised without any transaction fees, platform fees, or hidden charges.
The platform offers customizable forms that match organizational branding, supports multiple payment methods including credit cards and digital wallets, and includes donor management tools for tracking giving history and communications. Zeffy generates revenue through optional tips from donors rather than charging nonprofits directly, ensuring all collected funds support the organization's mission.
Features
- Zero Fees: No transaction fees, platform fees, or hidden charges for nonprofits
- Customizable Forms: Brand fundraising forms with logos, colors, and images
- Multiple Fundraising Options: Support for donations, ticketing, raffles, auctions, online stores, and memberships
- Donor Management: Track giving history, segment supporters, and send personalized communications
- Payment Flexibility: Accept credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and ACH transfers
- Automated Tax Receipts: Generate instant compliant tax receipts for donors
- Real-time Tracking: Monitor fundraising progress with thermometers and leaderboards
- Mobile Payments: Accept in-person payments via Tap to Pay app
Use Cases
- Collecting donations for nonprofit causes
- Selling tickets for fundraising events
- Hosting online raffles and lotteries
- Managing donor relationships and communications
- Running peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns
- Operating online stores for merchandise sales
- Hosting auctions for fundraising items
- Selling memberships for organizations
FAQs
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How does Zeffy make money if it's free for nonprofits?
Zeffy generates revenue through optional tips from donors during transactions, not by charging nonprofits directly. -
What payment methods does Zeffy accept?
Zeffy accepts credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, ACH transfers, and other major payment methods. -
Can I customize fundraising forms to match my organization's branding?
Yes, Zeffy allows complete customization of colors, logos, images, and descriptions on all fundraising forms. -
Does Zeffy provide donor management tools?
Yes, Zeffy includes donor management features for tracking giving history, segmenting supporters, and sending personalized communications. -
Can I accept in-person payments with Zeffy?
Yes, Zeffy offers a Tap to Pay app for accepting payments in person using smartphones.
