Overview
All campaigns must be created before kickoff so participants can focus on donor engagement during the event. Creating campaigns also enables automated reminder texts.
Step 1: Create Account & Campaign
Watch this video or follow the steps below to create a campaign.
Setup:
- Scan QR code
- Participants will register and create their profile
Registration:
- Enter first/last name, email, password (twice), and mobile number
Profile Creation:
- Customize fundraising reason (optional)
- Select teams
- Upload image
- Set/adjust goal amount
- Check box to receive donation email notifications
Step 2: Enter Contacts
Watch this video to learn how to enter contacts.
Process:
- Login to BackStage
- Click “Manage Contacts”
- Enter name, phone number, and/or email for each contact
- Delete and re-enter if mistakes are made
Note: Forgot password? Use Magic Link – watch this video.
Step 3: Engage Donors at Kickoff
Watch this video to see how simple donor engagement is!
For contacts already entered:
- Go to BackStage page
- Find “Step 2: Engage Potential Donors” section
- Click “Send SMS” or “Send Email” next to each contact
- Pre-populated messages will appear – just press send
For contacts NOT entered:
- Use “Engage Donors NOT entered into BackStage” section
- Click “Send SMS” or “Send Email”
- Enter phone/email address and send pre-populated message
Step 4: Automated Reminders
If participants entered contacts, the system automatically sends reminders on their behalf. Without entered contacts, participants must send reminders manually.
Call to Action
✅ Directors must:
- Watch videos and understand the process
- Have participants create campaigns during rehearsal/class time
- Have participants enter contacts into the system
Remember: Engaging donors is the MOST important job for participants!