How do I create an event?

It is easy and free to create an event with Event.Gives! There are no contracts to sign or hidden fees to pay. Find out more about how we keep fundraising simple here.

Create Your Next Fundraising Event

1. Navigate to the Event.Gives homepage and click the pink "Sign Up" button in the upper right hand corner. If you already have an account, click the white "Log In" button. 

2. If you already have an account, you can log into the manager portal and click the "Create Event" button.

3. Next, you will be prompted to choose from one of our three event types, pictured below. 

4. This will open a modal with the fields required to successfully create a new event.  Fields with an asterisk (*) are required before you can save your event.

5. Your event keyword will determine your event URL as well as the message attendees will text to join your event.  Keep it short and sweet and consider words that are difficult to spell and autocorrect. 

6. Don't forget to fill out your payout information! You will sign up for a FREE Stripe Connect account or log in to your existing account to receive your money via direct deposit each time a guest completes a transaction. For more information on the frequency of your Stripe payout to your bank account, view this article. If you choose check payout we will mail your check after the 45-day review period once you request payout.

You are ready to start raising money! Wondering what to do next? Here are some next steps!