Can I sell tickets and accept donations for the same event?

Yes, Eventbrite's platform allows you to sell tickets and collect donations within the same event listing. You can create specific donation ticket types or add an option for attendees to contribute an additional amount during the checkout process.

Is Eventbrite free for nonprofit events?

Publishing an event on Eventbrite is free. If your event is free for attendees, there are no Eventbrite ticketing fees. For paid tickets, our fees apply. Nonprofits and charities may explore whether reduced fees are available for their events.

How do I set up different ticket types for a fundraiser?

You can easily create multiple custom ticket types for your event. Common options for fundraisers include 'Individual Ticket,' 'VIP Table,' 'Sponsor Package,' and 'Early Bird.' This flexibility helps you cater to different levels of support from your attendees.

Can I track my fundraiser ticket sales and donation progress?

Absolutely. Your Eventbrite dashboard provides real-time reports and analytics. You can monitor fundraiser ticket sales, track donation totals, and view detailed attendee information to measure the success of your event and plan for the future.

How can I promote my charity event to reach more donors?

Eventbrite offers built-in marketing tools to help you reach more supporters. You can use our email campaign features to contact your database and integrate with social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram to promote your event and sell tickets directly to a wider audience.

Can attendees add a donation at checkout?

Yes, our platform makes it easy to sell tickets with donation add-on functionality right at checkout. This feature makes it simple for your supporters to add a donation on top of their ticket price, helping you maximize contributions for your cause.

Sell Fundraiser Tickets with Donations | Eventbrite

Best Event Ticketing with Donation Integration

Maximize your fundraising efforts with our powerful platform for event ticketing with donation option. Seamlessly sell tickets for your galas, charity runs, and benefits while giving supporters an easy way to contribute more to your cause.

A simple platform for successful fundraiser ticket sales

Eventbrite provides an all-in-one software solution to streamline your fundraising events. Whether you're planning a charity gala, a community fun run, or a membership drive, our platform makes it easy to manage every detail from a single dashboard.

Our tools are designed for nonprofit and charity organizers who need to focus on their mission, not on complex software. You can create a professional event page in minutes, integrate ticket sales with donation options, and track your progress in real time.

Key steps for your fundraising event:

Create your event page: Build a compelling landing page that tells your story and highlights your cause.
Set up ticketing: Offer various ticket types like 'General Admission,' 'VIP Table,' or 'Sponsor.' You can also add a 'Donation' ticket type for supporters who can't attend.
Enable donations: Add an option for attendees to donate at checkout when they purchase their tickets.
Promote your cause: Use our integrated marketing tools to reach your email list and social media followers.
Manage your event: On the day, use the Eventbrite Organizer app for smooth check-in and to track attendance.

Your all-in-one fundraising event software

From creating your event page to processing payments, our tools support your mission at every step.

Flexible Event Creation

Build a professional event page for your fundraiser in minutes. Customize ticket types for individuals, tables, or sponsors, and add a simple option to donate at checkout.

Reach More Supporters

Tap into our marketing tools to send targeted emails and social media promotions. Reach new donors and make it easy for them to share your cause with their networks.

Seamless Supporter Experience

Provide a smooth checkout process for ticket buyers and donors. On event day, use the Eventbrite Organizer app for quick, QR-code based check-in for all your attendees.

Why nonprofits and charities choose Eventbrite

Join a global community of more than 89M monthly average users finding events like yours.

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Connect with a community that cares

Your fundraising event gets listed on the world's largest events marketplace, connecting your cause with potential new supporters. Our discovery tools help people find your event, driving awareness and ticket sales.

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Simplify volunteer and attendee management

Manage registrations, track RSVPs, and communicate with your supporters from one central dashboard. Use the Eventbrite Organizer app to scan tickets for fast entry, freeing up your team to focus on creating a memorable event.

Maximize contributions with integrated tools

Our platform is built for charity ticketing with donations. Set up paid, free, or donation-based tickets, and give attendees the option to add a donation on top of their ticket purchase, making it easy to support your mission.

Tools designed for your fundraising goals

Eventbrite gives you everything you need to manage your fundraiser, from initial promotion to post-event reporting.

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Custom Ticketing & Donations

Create multiple ticket types—like early-bird or VIP—and add a donation ticket type to collect contributions from those who want to support your cause.

Built-in Marketing Suite

Use our email and social media tools to reach your supporter list and find new donors. Integrate with Facebook and Instagram to sell tickets where your community is most active.

Effortless Check-in App

Use the free Eventbrite Organizer app on any mobile device to scan tickets, check in guests, and sell tickets on-site with Tap to Pay.

Real-time Reporting

Track ticket sales, donation amounts, and attendee data with easy-to-understand analytics. Monitor your progress and get the insights you need to make your next fundraiser even more successful.

21% of our ticket sales are driven by Eventbrite’s Marketplace. And we saw a 52% jump in average daily ticket sales in four days running an Eventbrite Ads Campaign.Morgan Kilduff, Linganore Wine Cellars

Our attendance tripled from 5,000 to 15,000 in one year, powered by Eventbrite’s marketplace distribution and growth tools.Marcus Hammond, Black Food Truck Festival

[Eventbrite’s] been very helpful. We’re Eventbrite for life. It made it really easy, which is key because we’re independent. We think of Eventbrite as our ticketing hook.Scott Hachey, Beanstalk Music & Mountains Festival

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Start planning your next successful fundraiser today

Create your event page, set up your ticketing, and start raising money for your mission with Eventbrite's powerful and easy-to-use platform.