Summary
Fundraising is about maximising every penny. Most platforms take a percentage of every ticket sold, but Comus offers £0 platform fees for registered charities. This post details how non-profits can migrate from high-fee platforms to keep more revenue, maintain 100% ownership of their donor data for future campaigns, and utilize professional tools without the professional price tag.
Protecting Your Fundraising Totals
For registered charities and non-profit organisations, every pound lost to administrative fees is a pound taken away from a vital cause. In an era where digital ticketing is essential, many organisations find themselves trapped by platforms that charge high percentage fees, per-ticket “service charges,” and hidden costs that erode fundraising totals.
Comus was built with a different philosophy. We believe that technology should empower causes, not tax them. That is why we offer a dedicated solution for UK-registered charities that prioritises your profit and your mission.
The Financial Advantage: £0 Platform Fees
The most significant barrier to successful digital fundraising is the cost of the platform itself. Many major ticketing sites charge upwards of 6% to 10% per ticket. For a charity raising £10,000, that can mean losing £1,000 just for the privilege of selling tickets online.
True Zero-Fee Ticketing
When you host an event on Comus as a registered UK charity, our platform fee is exactly £0. We do not take a percentage of your ticket price, and we do not add hidden “organiser fees.” This ensures that the maximum possible amount of every donation goes directly to your charitable work.
Transparent Transaction Costs
While we waive our platform fees, the banking industry still requires a small processing fee for credit and debit card transactions (handled securely via Stripe). These are the lowest industry-standard rates, and unlike other platforms, Comus never adds a “markup” on these costs.
Data Ownership: Building Your Donor Base
One of the highest hidden costs of using large ticket marketplaces is the loss of your data. Many platforms “own” the relationship with your supporters, preventing you from contacting them directly for future appeals or events.
100% Data Control
At Comus, we believe your supporters belong to you. When someone buys a ticket to your charity gala, school fair, or community run, you retain full ownership of that data. Our platform acts as a lightweight CRM, allowing you to export your attendee lists and build a long-term database of donors who are already engaged with your mission.
Future-Proofing Your Fundraising
By owning your data, you can significantly reduce your marketing costs for future events. Instead of paying for social media ads to find new supporters, you can reach out directly to your existing community, increasing your return on investment for every campaign.
Professional Tools for Non-Professional Volunteers
We understand that charity events are often run by dedicated volunteers rather than full-time event professionals. Our platform is designed to be intuitive and powerful, without a steep learning curve.
Simple Set-Up and Fast Payouts
Setting up a charity event takes minutes. Once tickets start selling, we provide weekly payouts, ensuring your charity has the cash flow needed to cover event costs like catering, venue hire, or equipment rentals.
Reliable Gate Management
Whether it’s a school disco or a high-capacity fireworks display, our mobile scanning app makes entry management simple. Your volunteers can use their own smartphones to scan tickets quickly, preventing long queues and ensuring a positive experience for your supporters from the moment they arrive.
Take the Next Step: Stop Losing Money to Ticketing Fees
Ready to streamline your event and maximise your revenue?
Whether you’re organising a high-volume Fireworks Display, a complex Conference, or a local Community Market, Comus.io provides the UK-focused solution that puts money back into your event budget.
Why Organisers Choose Comus:
Financial Stability
Demonstrably lower fees than competitors like Eventbrite. Registered charities organise for FREE (platform fees are £0!).
Fast Payouts
Receive your ticket funds weekly, ensuring reliable cash flow for pre-event expenses.
Operational Reliability
Use our mobile scanning app for fast entry, and get Starlink connectivity support for flawless gate management, even in remote locations.
Your Data, Your Control
Retain 100% of your attendee data for easy, cost-effective remarketing next year.
Don’t let high fees drain your profits. Choose the platform that champions your success.
