Each experience type offered by RallyUp provides a unique way for donors to engage with your organization. This article will share basic information about each experience type to help you choose which you will incorporate into your next event.

Raffles

Raffles are an experience type in which donors purchase entries into a drawing for a chance to win a prize. Some additional facts about raffles include:

• Raffles are considered gambling by the IRS and are regulated as such. Read the article below for more information.
• Organizations can set up their raffle so that donors either purchase entries for a chance to win any of the prizes listed or purchase entries to win a specific prize listed.
• Raffle winners can be drawn randomly by the RallyUp system or manually by the organization.
• Tickets to the raffle can be sold online and in-person, with in-person tickets being added manually into the drawing.
  Charity Raffles: What You Need to Know

Sweepstakes

Sweepstakes are an experience type in which donors purchase entries into a drawing or enter for free for a chance to win a prize. Some additional facts about sweepstakes include:

• Sweepstakes are not considered gambling by the IRS because there is a requirement for free entry. Read the article below for more information.
• Donors can purchase entries into the drawing but must be given the option to enter for free.
• One free entry per unique email address is allowed, and RallyUp takes care of entering all free entries.
• Sweepstakes must have official rules. These official rules are generated automatically during experience set-up and can be edited by RallyUp to include specific eligibility requirements.
• The RallyUp system must draw the winner randomly to comply with sweepstakes regulations; manual drawing is not permitted.
  Charity Sweepstakes: What You Need to Know
  Raffles and Sweepstakes: What's the Difference?

Auctions

Auctions are an experience type in which donors place bids on items, and the highest bidder wins the item. Some additional facts about auctions include:

• Organizations can choose between an English (traditional) auction or a Proxy (E-bay style) auction based on the needs of their organization and their donors.
• When a donor is outbid, they are notified by email and text (if they select this option).
• The winning bidder’s credit card is automatically charged at the end of the auction.
• When organizations add the fair market value of an item, the winner’s notification email can be used as a tax receipt.
• RallyUp creates a unique link for each auction item to replace cumbersome bid sheets.
  Understand: Charity Auctions

Events

Events are an experience type in which people register to attend an event virtually or in person. Some additional facts about events include:

• Creating an event with RallyUp allows donors to go online and easily register for your gathering.
• Organizations can choose to limit event registration to a set number of people or keep it open only for a limited time.
• Attendees can be checked into your event easily from your RallyUp account.

Crowdfunding

Crowdfunding is an experience type in which organizations ask donors to contribute towards a specific cause or item. Some additional facts about crowdfunding include:

• Crowdfunding experiences can accept one-time donations or recurring donations.
• Organizations can add merchandise or perks for higher donation levels.
  Crowdfunding Fundraisers: What You Need to Know

A-thons

A-thons are an experience type in which individuals ask donors to contribute an amount based on an activity performed. Some additional facts about A-thons include:

• Organizations can select any activity type for their A-thon.
• A-thons can include one participant or many.
• Donation types include one-time donations or per unit of activity donations.
  A-Thon Fundraisers: What You Need to Know

Sales

Sales are an experience type in which organizations sell items to benefit their organization. Some additional facts about sales include:

• Organizations can include an unlimited number of items in their sale.
• Organizations can add items with different variations. (ex. Color, size, style)

Peer-to-Peer

Peer-to-Peer is not a stand-alone experience type but can be added to any experience type except for auctions. Peer-to-Peer allows individuals and groups to participate in the fundraising experience and help promote the fundraiser.

• Each experience type (except for auctions) can include individuals or teams.
• Each participant and each team receive their own fundraising page.
• When an email address has been added, participants and teams are notified when a donation is credited to them.
• Organizations can offer prizes to individuals and teams based on fundraising outcomes.
• A leaderboard for participants and teams is available for display.
  What is Peer-to-Peer?