Zoom Pricing for Nonprofits & Education 2026
Qualifying nonprofits get 50% off select Zoom products. Education has separate pricing. Government is custom. Here is the complete guide to getting Zoom at reduced cost.
Nonprofit Discount: 50% Off
Zoom offers a 50% discount on select products for qualifying nonprofit organisations. Here is what qualifies:
Eligible
- 501(c)(3) status in the US (or equivalent in other countries)
- Annual budget under $10 million
- Non-governmental organisations
- Charitable, educational, or religious organisations
Not Eligible
- K-12 schools (use Zoom for Education instead)
- Colleges and universities (Zoom for Education)
- Government agencies (custom pricing)
- Organisations with budgets over $10M
- Foundations that primarily fund other organisations
Discounted Products and Prices
| Product | Standard Price | Nonprofit Price (50% off) |
|---|---|---|
| Zoom Workplace Pro | $13.33/user/mo | ~$6.67/user/mo |
| Zoom Workplace Business | $18.33/user/mo | ~$9.17/user/mo |
| Large Meeting (up to 1,000) | $50/mo add-on | ~$25/mo |
| Zoom Webinars (500 attendees) | $154.17/mo | ~$77/mo |
| Zoom Webinars (5,000 attendees) | $1,200+/mo | ~$600/mo |
Prices are approximate. Actual discount may vary. Annual billing required.
How to Apply for the Nonprofit Discount
1. Verify through Goodstack
Zoom uses Goodstack (formerly TechSoup Global) for nonprofit verification. Visit zoom.us/nonprofits and click Apply. You will be redirected to Goodstack to verify your organisation's nonprofit status.
2. Provide documentation
You will need your 501(c)(3) determination letter (US) or equivalent documentation for your country. Goodstack typically verifies within 2-5 business days.
3. Receive discount code
Once verified, Goodstack provides a discount code. Apply this code during Zoom checkout. The 50% discount applies immediately to eligible products.
4. Renew annually
The discount applies to annual billing only. You will need to re-verify your nonprofit status at each renewal. Keep your Goodstack account active.
Zoom for Education
K-12 schools and higher education institutions do not qualify for the nonprofit discount. Instead, they use Zoom for Education, a separate product with its own pricing.
- Pricing: Per-institution, contact Zoom sales. Typically 40-60% below standard commercial pricing depending on scale.
- Includes: Unlimited meetings for students and faculty, LMS integrations (Canvas, Blackboard, Moodle), classroom-specific features.
- Requirement: Must be an accredited K-12 school, college, or university.
- COVID era: Zoom offered free unlimited access for K-12 during 2020-2022. This programme has ended. Current education pricing requires a paid contract.
For budget comparison: Google Workspace for Education Fundamentals is free for qualifying institutions and includes Google Meet. Microsoft 365 Education is also free (A1 tier) or heavily discounted (A3/A5).
Government Pricing
Zoom for Government (Zoom Gov) is a separate product hosted in AWS GovCloud for FedRAMP compliance. Pricing is not public and is negotiated per-agency. Key points:
- FedRAMP Moderate authorised (required for most federal agencies)
- Hosted in US sovereign cloud infrastructure
- Pricing typically 20-40% above commercial rates due to compliance overhead
- Multi-year contracts with volume discounts
- Procurement typically through GSA schedule or direct contract
Free Alternatives for Nonprofits
Before paying for discounted Zoom, consider these free options for qualifying nonprofits:
Google Workspace for Nonprofits
Free for qualifying nonprofits. Includes Gmail, Drive (100TB pooled), Google Meet (with 150-participant meetings), and all Workspace apps.
Qualification: 501(c)(3) verified through Google for Nonprofits.
Microsoft 365 for Nonprofits
Free (Business Basic) for up to 300 users. Includes Teams, Exchange, SharePoint, OneDrive (1TB/user).
Qualification: 501(c)(3) or equivalent. Verified through Microsoft Nonprofits. Premium tiers are heavily discounted.
Both Google and Microsoft offer their full suite free for qualifying nonprofits, including video conferencing. Zoom's 50% discount means you still pay. For most nonprofits, the free Microsoft or Google option is the better deal.
FAQ
Can a church or religious organisation get the Zoom nonprofit discount?
Yes, if the church has 501(c)(3) status and a budget under $10M. Religious organisations qualify under the same criteria as other nonprofits.
Does the nonprofit discount apply to Zoom Phone?
The discount primarily applies to Zoom Workplace plans and webinar products. Phone add-ons may not be discounted. Check with Zoom sales for current eligible products.
How long does Goodstack verification take?
Typically 2-5 business days. In some cases, it can take up to 2 weeks if additional documentation is required. Apply well before your subscription start date.