Zoom pricing for nonprofits
Zoom offers qualifying nonprofits 50% off annual Workplace Pro, Workplace Business, Large Meeting, and Webinar plans, verified through Goodstack. The TechSoup route ended in May 2025; the current program hub is zoom.com/en/zoom-cares/. Basic free (100 participants, 40-minute group meetings) suits occasional use.
Zoom review for nonprofits
Zoom is a video meeting, webinar, and collaboration platform nonprofits use for remote staff meetings, trainings, webinars, supporter events, volunteer onboarding, and online services.
The nonprofit discount is 50% off select annual plans for 501(c)(3) nonprofits and public libraries with operating budgets of $10M or less, verified through Goodstack. Schools, healthcare organizations, governments, and 501(c)(4)/(c)(6) entities are excluded.
Typical nonprofit uses:
- Run board and staff meetings with remote participants.
- Host webinars, trainings, and community events.
- Deliver online services and volunteer orientations.
Pros:
- Clear 50% discount on core meeting products with a Goodstack application path.
- Transparent budget rule and product list, so eligibility is easy to self-check.
- Free Basic tier (100 participants, 40-minute meetings) covers occasional needs.
Cons:
- Discount applies to annual plans only, on a capped product list.
- Many nonprofits are excluded: schools, clinics, organizations over $10M, and 501(c)(4)/(c)(6) entities.
FAQ about Zoom for nonprofits
How much is the Zoom nonprofit discount?
50% off annual Workplace Pro, Workplace Business, Large Meeting (up to 1,000 participants), and Webinar (up to 5,000 attendees) plans.
Which organizations qualify?
501(c)(3) nonprofits and public libraries with operating budgets of $10M or less, verified through Goodstack. Schools, healthcare, government, and 501(c)(4)/(c)(6) organizations are excluded.
Can TechSoup members still use their Zoom discount?
No. The TechSoup partnership ended in May 2025. Apply through Zoom Cares with Goodstack verification, and existing customers should re-validate before renewal.
When is the free plan enough?
Basic free supports unlimited meetings with up to 100 participants and 40-minute group sessions. The discount pays off when you need 30-hour meetings, 300+ participants, cloud recording, or single sign-on.
Alternatives to Zoom
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