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Run Charitable Giveaways

Run a charity giveaway that raises awareness, encourages community engagement, and donates to a meaningful cause — all in one campaign.

This template helps you launch an engaging charity event giveaway where users vote for the charitable organization you should support. You can also reward participants with an exciting prize and drive bonus entries through social sharing.

Whether you are hosting a fundraising event, supporting local causes, or running a year-end charity giveaway, this template gives your audience a chance to win while making a real impact.

Tip

Add charity logos to your poll using the Image Question action to increase participation and brand trust.

Template Features

  • Collect charity votes using image-based questions
  • Give entrants a chance to win gift cards, prizes, or auction items
  • Reward sharing with viral bonus entries
  • Capture email addresses to grow your community
  • Seamlessly integrates with email and CRM tools
  • Built-in compliance with giveaway rules and regulations

This campaign is perfect for charitable organizations, local businesses, or anyone looking to combine brand awareness with social good.

Benefits of Running a Charity Giveaway

Charity giveaways are a powerful way to raise money and awareness, while offering participants something in return.

You will:

  • Build goodwill and brand trust
  • Reach new audiences through social media shares
  • Drive fundraising opportunity visibility
  • Encourage action without asking for credit card donations directly
  • Let participants feel involved by choosing the fundraising page or cause

People love being part of something meaningful — and giving them a say in where donations go increases campaign participation.

Integration Support

Gleam integrates with:

  • All major email marketing platforms to capture leads
  • Viral share tools to boost reach through referrals
  • Custom embed widgets for your fundraising page or landing page

Explore advanced integration and partner strategies in our Partner Promotion Guide.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What Is A Charity Giveaway?

A charity giveaway is a promotional campaign where participation triggers a donation to a cause. Expand to learn how this win-win strategy boosts both awareness and impact.

How Do I Run A Charity Giveaway That Encourages Participation?

Choose a strong cause, add meaningful prizes, and promote widely. Click to explore how to maximise participation while supporting a nonprofit.

What Are Some Effective Charity Giveaway Ideas?

Great ideas include raffles, voting contests, and challenges that support awareness or donations. Tap to see creative ways to connect campaigns with causes.

Can Users Earn Bonus Entries By Sharing The Charity Giveaway?

Yes. Gleam’s Viral Share feature rewards users for promoting your campaign. Click to discover how to expand reach and drive impact with social sharing.

Are There Any Legal Considerations For Charity Giveaways?

Yes. Make sure your campaign includes terms and complies with local giveaway and charity laws. Expand to learn what to include in your rules to stay protected.


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How to Set Up Your Charity Giveaway

  1. Choose Your Entry Actions
    Set up a multiple choice or image-based Question Action to let users vote for the charity they want to support.
    You can include logos or visuals for each option to boost participation.

  2. Add a Giveaway Entry Incentive
    Motivate users by offering a compelling prize — such as gift cards, auction items, or exclusive products. These are popular charity giveaway ideas that not only add excitement but also increase participation.
    You can even partner with local businesses or donors to provide meaningful prizes that align with your cause.

  3. Enable Bonus Entries Through Viral Sharing
    Use the Viral Share Action to allow users to share the campaign and earn extra entries for each friend they refer.
    This is a great way to expand reach and tap into new audiences.

  4. Customise Design and Messaging
    Match the layout, copy, and branding of your campaign to your tone. You can update images, fonts, and colours using Gleam's custom layout features.

  5. Connect Your Email Marketing Tools
    Sync the form with email platforms like Mailchimp, Klaviyo, or your CRM to collect leads and keep users informed post-campaign.

  6. Publish and Promote Your Campaign
    Share your charity giveaway through social media posts, newsletters, or embed it on your fundraising page.
    Consider using a landing page with campaign highlights and a CTA to boost visibility.

  7. Draw Winners and Announce the Results
    Pick winners through a random draw or by merit, depending on your format.
    Then post an update via email or on your website/social media to close the loop and maintain brand awareness.

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Run Charitable Giveaways

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