To build a Ticketed Event fundraiser, go to the Givebacks toolbar and select Explore Fundraisers. Select Ticketed Events and click the Get Started button. Navigate through each section to set up the campaign page design, tickets, and checkout settings.
Creating a Ticketed Event Campaign
From the toolbar, select Fundraisers, then Explore Fundraisers.
Click Ticketed Events, then Get Started.
You can also click New Campaign from the All Campaigns page.
Select the Event Type.
Enter the Event Details.
Note: The event dates for Multiple Day Events will be selected in a later step.
Enter Event Name - Create a title that summarizes your event.
Select the Event Date (single event only)
Timezone - Your computer settings determine the timezone.
Select a start time and an end time. (single event only)
Event Goal - Enter the fundraising goal for this event and check the box if you want to show the goal on your campaign page.
Are you offering other items for sale in addition to tickets? - Products or perks can be added to a campaign, giving donors more ways to give. Check the box if you are selling additional items and select the terminology for those items.
Enter the Event Capacity or mark as Unlimited.
Add Location details.
Click Save & Continue.
On the toolbar, additional pages are available for setting up your event. Complete the Build Event Page section. Then click Save & Continue.
Page Design
Event Description - Required. Add a description of the event to encourage donors to support your cause.
Show recent donations - Checking this box will show a list of donations on the main event page.
Upload an Event Page Image - Upload a 2:1 ratio or 1400 x 700-pixel image for best results. This is the main visual on your event page.
Upload an Event Thumbnail Image - Upload a 1:1 ratio or 480 x 480-pixel image for best results. This image will be displayed in several places on your cause and event pages, but will be much smaller than your header image. For consistency, it is recommended to use a similar image to your header image.
Custom Sections
These sections provide separate spaces for information outside the main page description. Add a title and a description for your Custom Section.
Create your Tickets. See How do I create tickets? for more details.
Ticket Types. Start by creating ticket types. You can create as many ticket types as you need for your event. Each ticket can have its own inventory, price, and sale dates. (e.g., general admission ticket, early bird ticket, VIP ticket)
Set Dates & Times. For Multiple Day Events, create your event schedule by setting the dates and times that your event will occur. You can choose which tickets to sell on each event date.
If desired, Create An Extra.
Extra Name - Enter the name of the Extra. (i.e. T-Shirt, Gold sponsorship, color packet)
βExtra Price - The amount you are charging for the Extra.
βExtra Description - A brief description of the Extra.
βUpload an Extras image - A photo of the Extra.
βAdvanced Settings - Add additional fields to be completed by the donor. There are several field types, including a selection list.Select your Payment Settings and the Required Fields at Checkout. Click Save & Continue.
Select your pricing model - Percent Pricing Model or Tip Model. For more information on the pricing models, see Can I have donors pay the credit card processing and platform fees?
You can Add Additional Fields to be completed at checkout.
Congratulations! Your event is set up! Click Open Preview to see how it looks. Use the toolbar to go back and edit any section.
When you are ready to make your campaign live, click the down arrow next to Save Draft and select Publish Now or Schedule Publish.
Enter an End Date and click Publish.
Now, you can share links with donors and participants.
Questions? Click the "?" icon to contact Givebacks Support.