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Adding funds raised offline to your campaign

Updated over a month ago

Even though this is an online crowdfunding campaign, you might receive cash, cheques or direct payments offline. You can add these to your campaign using Guest Checkout - just make sure you have the money in your bank account first.

Step-by-step process

  1. Deposit the funds:

    • Put the money in your bank account

    • Get ready to donate it via the platform

    • Use debit card, Direct Debit, or bank transfer

  2. Use Guest Checkout:

    • Log out of your Spacehive account

    • Go to your project page

    • Click 'Back this project!'

    • Use the backer's preferred display name

    • Use an email not linked to any Spacehive account

Important things to know

  • Don't donate while logged into your account - your name will show as the backer

  • You can combine multiple offline donations into one donation using names like "Offline donations to [Project name]" or "Funds raised at the cake sale"

  • Post an update explaining where offline funds came from

  • Keep records of offline donations in case you need to return them

Being transparent

When you receive offline funds:

  • Post an update explaining where they came from

  • Share the story behind fundraising events

  • Tell backers how many people contributed

  • Keep your crowd updated on progress

Remember: You're responsible for any funds received outside Spacehive. If your campaign is unsuccessful, you'll need to handle returning these donations yourself.

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