Add a Livestream to your fundraiser to boost donor engagement.
Adding a Livestream to your fundraising Campaign helps you reach a broader audience, engage with your donors in creative ways, and raise more money. You can add a Livestream to any Campaign, including A-Thons, live events, Storefronts, and Raffle or Sweepstakes drawings.
What are the different ways I can use Livestreaming?
- Host live events that showcase speakers, present awards, or provide live entertainment.
- Stream competitions like Pushup-A-Thons or spelling bees.
- Hold Raffle or Sweepstakes drawings and reveal the winners in real time.
- Run an Auction and let viewers bid during the Livestream.
- Host sales that walk your audience through the offered Storefront items, QVC-style.
How-to: Add Livestreaming to Your Fundraiser
How can I encourage donor participation during my Livestream?
Consider adding elements that help donors feel directly involved with your cause:
- Trivia that allows donors to answer from home and see the results onscreen.
- Surveys that let everyone share their thoughts and opinions.
- Featured donation amounts that encourage donors to give at a designated level and show exactly how their gift will impact your goals.
- Spotlight feature that draws attention to Auction items, Raffle prizes, or Storefront items to build excitement and boost sales.
- Live donation and comment feed that lets you thank donors on the spot and inspire more giving.
Insights: Livestream Activities
What features are included with Livestreaming?
- Share your Livestream with as many viewers as you like.
- Host up to 25 presenters at a time.
- Choose whether to require a ticket purchase to access your Livestream.
- Livestream as many times as you like, up to 2 weeks after your event date.
- Optionally send a notification email to donors before every Livestream, letting them know you’re about to begin.
How-to: Require Donors to Buy Tickets to Your Virtual Event (Gated Admission)
Can I add a countdown timer to my Livestream?
You can add a countdown timer on your Campaign Page that displays the time and date of your Livestream. However, once your Livestream date has passed, the countdown timer will no longer display.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of fundraisers work well with Livestreaming?
You can add Livestreaming to any Campaign type including A-Thons, live events, Storefronts, Raffle or Sweepstakes drawings, and Auctions. Livestreaming helps you reach broader audiences and engage donors in creative ways across all fundraising Components.
How many presenters can I have on a Livestream at once?
You can host up to 25 presenters at a time during your Livestream. There’s no limit on the number of viewers who can watch, making it perfect for large-scale virtual events and fundraisers.
Can I require ticket purchases to access my Livestream?
Yes, you can choose whether to require ticket purchases for Livestream access using Gated Admission. This feature allows you to create exclusive virtual events for ticket holders while still accepting general donations from other supporters.
How long can I Livestream after my event date?
You can Livestream as many times as you like, up to 2 weeks after your event date. This flexibility lets you host multiple sessions, follow-up events, or winner announcements without being limited to a single broadcast.
What interactive features can I use during my Livestream?
You can use trivia questions, surveys, featured donation amounts, spotlight features for items, and a live donation and comment feed. These interactive elements help donors feel directly involved with your cause and encourage more participation and giving.