Pricing for nonprofits
Eventbrite charges no service fee on US and Canadian donation tickets. Verified nonprofits get 50% off optional Pro plans.
Review for nonprofits
Eventbrite is an event ticketing platform nonprofits use to sell gala and fundraiser tickets, run donation checkout, and manage registrations for workshops and community events.
The nonprofit value is twofold: donation tickets carry no Eventbrite service fee in the US and Canada, and verified nonprofits get 50% off optional Pro plans with higher email limits. Regular paid-ticket fees are unchanged, and donation tickets must attach to an event.
Typical nonprofit uses:
- Sell tickets for galas, charity runs, and auctions.
- Collect donations at checkout alongside admission.
- Manage registrations for workshops and volunteer events.
Pros:
- $0 Eventbrite service fee on US and Canadian donation tickets.
- Free to create events, with no ticketing fees on free-ticket events.
- 50% off Pro plans for verified nonprofits that need bigger email limits.
Cons:
- No nonprofit reduction on regular paid-ticket service and processing fees.
- Donation tickets must attach to an event, and California organizations face extra solicitation rules.
FAQ about Eventbrite for nonprofits
Is Eventbrite free for nonprofits?
Creating events is free, and free-ticket events carry no fees. Paid and donation tickets still incur processing fees; only the donation-ticket service fee is waived in the US and Canada.
What is the fee on US donation tickets?
No Eventbrite service fee, plus 2.9% payment processing through Eventbrite Payments. Donors can choose any amount.
How do we get 50% off Pro plans?
The organization owner verifies nonprofit status through Percent, then subscribes to a Pro plan from Organization Settings, Plan management.
Can we run a pure donation page?
No. Donation tickets must be attached to an event; standalone donation pages violate Eventbrite non-event policy.
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