Eventbrite Fees, Features, and Setup: Is It Right for Your Nonprofit?
Keep 100% of every donation with zero fees, plus get donor management tools built for nonprofits — not generic payment processing.
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Fi-Fy VS Eventbrite
Fi-Fy is 100% free, always.
Keep 100% of donations instead of losing them to fees
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Your donors deserve better than payment fees
Eventbrite takes 2.9% + 30¢ from every donation. With Fi-Fy, 100% goes to your mission — no fees, no fine print, no donor trust issues.
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Built for nonprofits, not tech companies
Eventbrite requires coding skills and third-party tools for basic nonprofit needs. Fi-Fy gives you donations, events, and donor management in one simple platform.
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Get help from people who get nonprofits
Eventbrite's support is built for developers and enterprise clients. Fi-Fy's team understands small nonprofits — with 2-6 hour response times and free calls when you need them.
Frequently asked questions
Why should nonprofits choose Fi-Fy over Eventbrite for donations?
Fi-Fy keeps 100% of donations in your hands while Eventbrite takes 2.9% + 30¢ from every gift. Plus, you get donor management tools built specifically for nonprofits, not generic payment processing designed for businesses.
Does Fi-Fy offer the same payment options as Eventbrite?
Yes, Fi-Fy processes all major credit cards, ACH payments, Apple Pay, and Google Pay with zero fees. Unlike Eventbrite's complex technical setup, Fi-Fy works right out of the box for nonprofit teams.
How does Fi-Fy's support compare to Eventbrite's for nonprofits?
Fi-Fy provides unlimited support designed for nonprofit teams through live chat, email, and phone. Eventbrite offers tiered support based on payment volume, with most help focused on developers rather than nonprofit staff.
How does Fi-Fy handle transaction security compared to Eventbrite?
Fi-Fy uses the same bank-level security and PCI compliance as Eventbrite, but without charging you for it. Your donors' data stays protected while you keep 100% of donations instead of losing 2.9% + 30¢ per gift to fees.
Can Fi-Fy scale with our nonprofit as we grow like Eventbrite can?
Yes, Fi-Fy grows with your nonprofit from first donation to major campaigns. Unlike Eventbrite's tiered support that costs more as you process more, Fi-Fy provides unlimited support and zero fees no matter how much you raise.
Does Fi-Fy use Eventbrite for payments?
Fi-Fy processes payments independently with its own infrastructure, offering all major payment methods (credit cards, ACH, Apple Pay, Google Pay) with zero fees. Unlike Eventbrite, Fi-Fy is built specifically for nonprofits and doesn't require technical setup or coding.
What's the catch with Fi-Fy being free?
There's no catch—Fi-Fy covers all platform and processing fees by offering donors an optional tip at checkout. Nonprofits keep 100% of every donation, and donors can adjust or remove the tip if they choose.
How much does Eventbrite charge nonprofits per transaction?
Eventbrite charges nonprofits 2.2% + $0.30 per transaction, plus additional fees for disputes ($15), instant payouts (1.5%), custom domains ($10/month), and billing (from $620/month). Fi-Fy charges $0 for all of these features.
Can I switch from Eventbrite to Fi-Fy without technical skills?
Yes, Fi-Fy launches in under 30 minutes with no coding required. Unlike Eventbrite's developer-focused setup, Fi-Fy is designed for nonprofit teams to get started immediately with built-in donor management and fundraising tools.
How much money can nonprofits save by switching from Eventbrite to Fi-Fy?
Nonprofits save 2.2% + $0.30 per transaction by switching to Fi-Fy. For example, Village Reach saved $917 on $18,345 raised, while Noelle's Gift to Children saved over $13,000 in fees.
Keep comparing — and see why nonprofits choose Fi-Fy
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