The free Donorbox alternative with no platform fee
Switching from Donorbox to OpenFundraise
Donorbox takes a platform fee on every gift, plus card processing. On OpenFundraise your nonprofit keeps 100% of every online gift.
3.95% on events and memberships. Card processing of 2.2% + 30¢ on top.
No platform fee and no processing fee on online gifts.
How to switch from Donorbox
- 01
Publish your new donation page
Use a hosted page or embed the form on the website you already have.
- 02
Point your donate buttons to it
New gifts start coming in on OpenFundraise while Donorbox stays live for anything in flight.
- 03
Move monthly donors with us
We plan the move of recurring donors with you, so no one is charged twice or dropped.
Why nonprofits switch from Donorbox
Donorbox Standard has no monthly fee, but it takes 2.95% of every gift, or 3.95% on events and memberships, before card processing. Its Pro plan lowers the fee to 1.75% for $150 a month.
OpenFundraise charges no platform fee and covers card processing on online gifts. Donors can add an optional tip, and your nonprofit receives the full amount. Email and donor records are included at no cost.
- Donation formsHosted pages, embedded forms, and recurring giving.
- Email campaignsScheduled sends with click tracking, tied to gifts.
- Donor recordsEvery gift, email, and text on one supporter profile.
OpenFundraise vs. Donorbox at a glance
| Feature | OpenFundraise | Donorbox |
|---|---|---|
| Platform fee per gift | 0% | 2.95% (1.75% on the $150/mo Pro plan) |
| Card processing taken from the gift | $0 | 2.2% + 30¢ |
| Fees on $100,000 raised online | $0 | $2,950 in platform fees, before processing |
| Donation forms and recurring giving | ||
| Email campaigns | Free | Not compared |
| Kiosks and live TV giving screens | Paid add-on | Not compared |
Keep the 2.95%
On $100,000 raised, Donorbox's platform fee alone is $2,950. On OpenFundraise it is $0.
Processing is covered too
Donors can leave an optional tip that keeps OpenFundraise free, so card processing does not come out of the gift.
Email and donor records included
Send campaigns and see every supporter's giving history without another subscription.
Donorbox may still fit if your team depends on a specific Donorbox integration or add-on.
Donorbox alternative FAQ
Is OpenFundraise really free compared to Donorbox?
Yes for online fundraising. There is no platform fee and no processing fee. Donors can add an optional tip. SMS and in-person giving are paid add-ons.
What does Donorbox charge?
Donorbox Standard is $0 a month with a 2.95% platform fee (3.95% for events and memberships). Pro is $150 a month with a 1.75% fee. Card processing of 2.2% + 30¢ applies on top.
Can I move my recurring donors?
Talk to us before you switch, and we will plan the move of recurring donors with you.
Donorbox details from Donorbox pricing, checked October 2026. Prices change, so check their site for current plans. OpenFundraise is not affiliated with or endorsed by Donorbox. Donorbox is a trademark of its owner.
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Keep the 2.95%. Switch from Donorbox.
Donation forms, email, and donor records are free. Your nonprofit keeps 100% of every online gift.