Paddle Raise+ moments that change everything
Paddle raises turn your biggest giving moments fund-a-need, donations, raffles, pledges and on-the-spot ‘raise your paddle’ gifts into the most powerful part of your event, with live progress displayed both in the room and online.
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More than just donations: Paddle Raise+
Your paddle raise isn’t limited to fund-a-need appeals. With Paddle Raise+ you can go beyond donations: sell raffle tickets, offer perks, or even gather a-thon pledges by paddle.
Offer donors exciting new ways to participate live and on the spot:
Raffle Tickets
Let donors raise paddles to claim ticket bundles for Raffles instantly.
Sale Items
Offer fixed-price items such as merch, meals, or experiences.
A-Thon Pledges
Collect per-unit pledges during A-Thon or a Peer-to-Peer event. Guests can pledge $10 per lap or $50 per mile by simply raising a paddle.
Fund-a-Need Gifts
Set giving tiers tied to impact, like $250 for supplies or $1,000 for scholarships. Guests raise their paddles and instantly see their impact live.
Features that make your job easier
Inspire More Donations
Live displays update in real time as donations roll in, creating an emotional, high-energy experience that drives giving even higher.
Make It Natural to Say ‘Yes’
Guests simply raise their paddle and your team records it – no app required.
Keep Your Team in Control
Staff can enter pledges on behalf of donors on the fly. Perfect for gala settings and fast-paced giving moments when paddles go up fast.
Simplify Checkout for Everyone
Guests can be charged automatically after the event, complete a secure checkout via a link you send or pay with the staff in person. No matter how your donors choose to give, closing the loop is so simple.
Set the Custom Giving Levels
Add predefined amounts tied to real impact, like $250 for school supplies or $1,000 for a scholarship. Connect gifts to impact easily.
Run It Your Way: In-Person, Virtual, or Mix of Both
Whether you’re on stage, online, or both, Paddle Raise+ works flawlessly. Use it alongside Auctions, Raffles, A-Thons, or Crowdfunding. Even remote guests can join in live and pledge in real time.
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It’s Built for Urgency
Because guests are pre-registered and assigned a unique paddle/guest number, giving at the paddle raise is instant.
It’s Public
When people see others give, they give more.
It’s Proven
Time and again, it earns the most per minute. It consistently outperforms auctions, raffles, and ticket sales in total dollars raised per minute.
It’s Fast
It focuses attention, eliminates distractions, and drives action right now. When people see tiers, they pick quickly.
It Works with Any Crowd
There’s a level for every donor. Set giving levels that match your audience.
From Galas to Gymnasiums.
Works with RallyUp’s fundraising suite
Take your Paddle Raise+ even further by combining it with other RallyUp tools. Paddle Raise works beautifully as a standalone feature or as part of a larger campaign.
Auctions
Add a Paddle Raise at the end of your live or silent auction to boost total giving.
Crowdfunding
Tie your live giving moment into an ongoing campaign and update totals in real time.
A-Thons
Layer Paddle Raise into laps, miles, or reps to capture per-unit pledges live.
Raffles
Let guests raise paddles for instant ticket bundles and see totals update live.
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