How Gift Card Fundraising Works

Discover the most convenient way to earn money for what matters most. Offset the cost of school, athletics and music programs, or donations—just by paying with gift cards or shopping online at your favorite stores.

With RaiseRight, you don't have to sell goods, plan events, or ask for money. It's the easiest, fastest, and most reliable fundraising solution.

Illustration of using gift cards to pay for groceries, clothing, gas, and more

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Earn up to 5x more than other fundraisers.

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100% of earnings go back to your organization. It's free to join—no minimums, no earning caps.

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Over 50,000 organizations
trust RaiseRight as their #1 fundraising platform.

Gift cards that give back

Earn anywhere, anytime with everyday purchases. It’s fundraising that fits your lifestyle.

BUY A GIFT CARD

Let’s say you buy a $100 Gap eGift card from
RaiseRight with 14% earnings. Pay with your
bank account, debit card, or credit card.

USE IT

Your $100 eGift card is delivered to your
online RaiseRight Wallet instantly, ready to
use or save for later.

EARN AUTOMATICALLY

With a 14% rebate, you automatically earn $14
for your fundraising account. Way to go!

THANKS, GAP!

Your earnings come from the brand, so no
extra money comes out of your pocket.

NOW AVAILABLE!

Earn even more when you shop online

In addition to earning with gift cards, you can shop online across 550+ brands that offer online earnings. Browse available brands on our app or website, click through to go shopping, and earn when you complete a purchase. And, earn extra when you buy a gift card from RaiseRight to use as payment for your online purchase!

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Watch the earnings add up

With RaiseRight, the earning potential is limitless. Participants can shop and use gift cards 24/7, 365 days a year, with many earners surpassing $1,000+ each year.

Expense Category	Monthly Budget*	RaiseRight Earnings Avg	RaiseRight Annual Earnings
Groceries	$1,000	4%	$480
Gas & Auto	$350	3%	$126
Dining Out	$350	10%	$420
Entertainment	$300	8%	$288
Clothing	$250	8%	$240
Home Improvement	$250	4%	$120
		Total	$1,674

*Based on average spend for a household family of 4

Launch your RaiseRight program
Here's how to get started.

Enroll for free

Complete a quick online enrollment form for your organization and get approved in as little as 2-3 business days. No commitment, no minimums, and no fees to join.

Invite participants to join

Once your organization is approved, you'll receive a unique enrollment code that participants can use to join your program. Use our custom invite links, QR codes, and peer referral tool so families can quickly enroll, purchase gift cards or shop online, and start earning right away.

Start shopping and start earning

We partner with hundreds of brands, so there’s something for everyone. You and your participants can choose from eGift cards, physical gift cards, or reloadable gift cards—all with no activation fees or expiration dates. Or, shop online across 550+ brands that offer online earnings.

Use your gift cards

Swipe physical gift cards at favorite retailers, or use the RaiseRight mobile app for instant, one-touch access to eGift cards. Track your gift card balance for reloadable gift cards and eGift cards in your online Wallet.

Track earnings

Your organization can choose how to allocate or distribute funds. Track earnings with customizable online reports and see participant progress over the last 3, 6, and 12 months. Our dashboard tools offer flexibility for optimal program management.

Get Started for Free

Private school teacher helping student on laptop in classroom

“We currently have two kids in private school and have been using RaiseRight since our oldest started kindergarten in 2017. We order physical gift cards monthly for groceries, gas, and gifts. And if we dine out or need to cover unexpected expenses, we use the mobile app to buy eGift cards. Thanks to RaiseRight, we’re saving almost $1,000 each year on tuition! ”

Angie B.

Still have questions?

What is scrip?

Scrip is defined as a substitute for legal tender or a form of credit and is also a term for gift card fundraising. RaiseRight was formerly called ShopWithScrip until 2022 when the company underwent a full rebrand.

Is there a fee to join?

No. Starting a program is free, with no minimum order requirements. To run a program, fees vary based on how your participants order and pay for gift cards.

Do we have to be a registered 501(c)(3) organization to join?

No. We do not require this information to start a program, but we do go through a manual approval process to make sure your organization is a U.S. community-based organization that isn’t for individual benefit or for-profit.

Why is a payment method required to set up a program?

Earnings are distributed to your organization, not the individual participants, so the payment method designates how these funds will go back to your organization. Think of it like setting up automatic payment for utilities or other ongoing services to provide a convenient and secure transfer of money.

How are physical gift cards delivered?

Our standard program offering includes the option to ship gift cards to the organization (recommended if ordering to sell from an inventory or have frequent orders that can be distributed regularly to participants). We also provide an option to ship gift cards direct to a participant’s home for an additional fee.

How do I find my organization’s enrollment code?

This is the unique code that is used by participants to track earnings to the correct organization. The code is provided to the program’s coordinator in the welcome email and also accessible via your account dashboard. If you are a participant, please see your program’s coordinator to access the code.

Can I use gift cards for online shopping?

Yes, you can use a gift card from RaiseRight for an online purchase. For many brands, you can even earn twice by shopping online through RaiseRight, then using a gift card from RaiseRight for payment.

Are there any brands that offer both gift cards and online earnings?

Yes. Currently, there are about 100 brands that offer both gift cards and online earnings through RaiseRight.

How Gift Card Fundraising Works

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