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Understand event confirmation
A completed registration or ticket checkout should result in a confirmation; keep it for event check-in and updates.
Buy an event ticket
Select an available ticket, provide the required attendee information, and complete checkout to confirm a paid registration.
Choose an event date and time
Set the event date, start time and end time carefully, then review the displayed timezone before publishing.
Choose the right event host
Choose whether an event is hosted by an individual, organization, community or network before configuring it.
Create free registration
Use the event registration settings for a free event when attendees need to reserve a place.
Create your first event
Create an event by choosing the right host, activity and event details before publishing.
Donate from an event page
When donations are enabled for an event, use the donation option provided on that event page and review the amount before payment.
Edit a published event
Update event details carefully and communicate material changes to registered attendees when appropriate.
Manage event registrations
Use the event management view to review registrations and attendee information for your event.
Publish an event
Review details, registration and payment readiness before making an event available to attendees.
Register for an event
Open the event page, select Register for a free registration flow, and complete the requested attendee details.
Set an event title and description
Use a clear title and a practical description so attendees understand the purpose, schedule and expectations.
Set event location or online details
Add an in-person location or the relevant online joining details according to the event format.
Set ticket capacity
Set a ticket quantity that reflects the real capacity and review it before attendees begin purchasing.
Set ticket sales dates
Use ticket sales dates to control when a ticket can be purchased and stop sales when needed.
Share an event
Use the event page share options or copy the public event link to invite supporters.
Use event templates
Start from an available event template when it matches your format, then review every copied detail before publishing.
Volunteer for an event
Use an event volunteer option when the organizer has enabled volunteer participation and follow the event instructions.
Understand donation receipts
Keep the payment confirmation and receipt details for your records; the organization can answer campaign-specific questions.
Configure donation receipt templates
Use Receipt Templates in Organization Settings to maintain accurate donor-facing receipt content and preview changes before use.
Configure the public donation page
Use Organization Settings to review the public donation page details and confirm the organization profile and payment account first.
Create a fundraising campaign
Create a campaign with a clear goal, story and supporter-facing details before sharing it.
Donate anonymously
Use an anonymous donation option only when it is presented in the checkout flow; public display rules can differ from payment records.
Make a donation
Open a campaign or donation page, choose an amount, review the details and complete checkout.
Publish a fundraising campaign
Review campaign copy, donation readiness and visibility before sharing a campaign publicly.
Set a fundraising goal
Set a realistic campaign goal and explain what supporter contributions will help achieve.
Share a fundraising campaign
Use the campaign link and GoodAction sharing options to invite supporters to contribute.
Troubleshoot a donation payment
Confirm payment details and try again once; do not submit repeated payments if you are unsure whether a charge succeeded.