WGC vs. Donorbox
Two fees stack on every single gift — the processor's cut and Donorbox's own cut.
| Platform | Card rate | ACH rate | Platform fee |
|---|---|---|---|
WGC | 2.3% + $0.25 (capped) | 25¢ flat | $10/mo |
| Donorbox | ~2.2% + $0.30 processor fee, plus a 2.95% platform fee (Standard) | Same stacked fee structure | $0–$150/mo |
Rates shown are Donorbox's own published starting rates, or figures from recent independent teardowns, as of September 2026 — confirm current numbers directly before switching. See the full 9-platform comparison or WGC's own rates on the pricing page.
Donorbox's free Standard plan looks simple at first glance, but every gift actually passes through two separate fees: the underlying payment processor's cut, plus Donorbox's own platform fee on top.
Where WGC and Donorbox actually differ
One fee vs. two stacked fees
On Donorbox's Standard plan, a gift is charged roughly 2.2% + $0.30 by the underlying processor (Stripe or PayPal), and then an additional 2.95% platform fee by Donorbox itself — compounding on every transaction. WGC charges one fee: 2.3% + $0.25 on cards, capped.
Flat ACH vs. the same stacked structure
WGC charges a flat 25¢ per ACH transfer. Donorbox applies its same stacked processor-plus-platform fee structure to ACH gifts as well.
The lower tier costs $150/month
Donorbox's reduced 1.75–2% platform fee is only available on its Pro plan at $150/month. WGC's single $10/month tier already includes the full dashboard — no second, more expensive tier required to bring the percentage down.
When Donorbox might still be the right call
Nonprofits running occasional one-off campaigns who want Donorbox's straightforward setup and don't mind the stacked fee showing up quietly on every receipt — for infrequent giving, the simplicity can outweigh the per-gift cost.
WGC vs. Donorbox, answered
Why does Donorbox charge two separate fees?
Donorbox's free Standard plan passes through the underlying payment processor's own fee (Stripe or PayPal, roughly 2.2% + $0.30) and adds its own 2.95% platform fee on top of every gift. The two compound, so the real cost on a Standard-plan gift is noticeably higher than either fee looks on its own.
How do I get Donorbox's lower fee rate?
Donorbox's reduced 1.75–2% platform fee requires upgrading to its Pro plan at $150/month. WGC includes its full feature set — donor management, reporting, settlements, refunds, statements, and team accounts — in the single $10/month tier, with no separate upgrade needed to reduce transaction costs.
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