In SeeMyLegacy, selecting the right Campaign Type will ensure you create a great experience for your Donors, Volunteers, and Community Members. Here's a breakdown of the automatic functions of each Campaign Type. We're also sharing best practices for which Campaign Type to select.

Campaign Type: Memorial Program

Celebrating legacies of those who dedicated physical items and making it easy for new donors to participate! This campaign type is great for any dedications that may be publicly installed as it provides built-in recognition.

Are Donated Items automatically created?

• Yes, when someone purchases an item within a Memorial Program Campaign, a Donated Item will be automatically created.
  • Why? This build great donor recognition and helps to celebrate legacy in your community.
  • If you would ever like to disable this, work with your Support Team member to adjust it!
  • Don't forget - you can always manually add a Donated Item! Here is an article that walks you through how.

Will Tax Receipts be sent to Donors?

• Yes, when someone purchases an item and submits payment within a Memorial Program Campaign, a Tax Receipt will automatically be sent to their email as their contribution is tax-deductible.
  • If you would ever like to disable this, work with your Support Team member to adjust it!

If I use the Standard Interest Form, what will it look like for my Community Members?

• When Standard Interest Form is selected as the Participation Method, this form will be what your Donors can fill out and submit for your Available Items.
  • This form captures: Name, Email, Phone, and Dedication Details

Campaign Type: Sponsorship + Fundraiser 

Celebrating the generosity of sponsors and fundraising supporters—while making it easy for new donors to join in! This campaign type is ideal for sponsorships or fundraising efforts tied to publicly visible dedications, as it naturally provides built-in recognition and visibility. It's a powerful way to honor contributions while encouraging ongoing community support.

Are Donated Items automatically created?

• Yes, when someone purchases an item within a Sponsorship + Fundraiser Campaign, a Donated Item will be automatically created.
  • Why? It creates meaningful recognition for sponsors + donors and shines a spotlight on the individuals and businesses making a positive impact in your community.
  • If you would ever like to disable this, work with your Support Team member to adjust it!
  • Don't forget - you can always manually add a Donated Item if the donation was made outside of the platform! 

Will Tax Receipts be sent to Sponsors and Donors?

• Yes, when someone purchases an item and submits payment within a Sponsorship + Fundraiser Campaign, a Tax Receipt will automatically be sent to their email as their contribution is tax-deductible.
  • If you would ever like to disable this, work with your Support Team member to adjust it!

If I use the Standard Interest Form, what will it look like for my Community Members?

• When Standard Interest Form is selected as the Participation Method, this form will be what your Sponsors + Donors can fill out and submit for your Available Items.
  • This form captures: Name, Email, Phone, and Business Details

Campaign Type: Volunteer Activity

Celebrating the impact of dedicated volunteers and making it easy for new supporters to get involved! This campaign type is perfect for recognizing volunteer contributions—especially when tied to public initiatives or community service projects. It offers built-in visibility and appreciation, helping to highlight the efforts of those who give their time while encouraging others to join in.

Are Donated Items automatically created?

• No, when someone purchases an item within a Volunteer Activity Campaign, a Donated Item will not be created.
  • Why? Many volunteers may prefer to keep their names and personal information private and may not seek the same level of public recognition that donors often appreciate.

If I use the Standard Interest Form, what will it look like for my Community Members?

• When Standard Interest Form is selected as the Participation Method, this form will be what your Volunteers can fill out and submit for your Available Volunteer Activities.
  • This form captures: Name, Email, and Phone

Campaign Type: Other

This campaign type is designed for unique or less common initiatives that don’t fall under our standard categories—Memorial, Sponsorship + Fundraiser, or Volunteer. It’s a flexible option often used for community-driven efforts, special projects, or creative campaigns that celebrate involvement and impact in meaningful ways.

Are Donated Items automatically created?

• Yes, when someone purchases an item within an Other Campaign, a Donated Item will be created.
  • Why? Most campaigns categorized as other don’t require a donated item to be created, as they typically center around awareness, engagement, or one-off initiatives rather than traditional fundraising efforts.

Will Tax Receipts be sent to Sponsors and Donors?

• No, when someone purchases an item and submits payment within an Other Campaign, a Tax Receipt will not be automatically be sent to their email as their contribution may not be tax-deductible.
  • If you would ever like to enable this, work with your Support Team member to adjust it!

If I use the Standard Interest Form, what will it look like for my Community Members?

• When Standard Interest Form is selected as the Participation Method, this form will be what your Volunteers can fill out and submit for your Available Volunteer Activities.
  • This form captures: Name, Email, and Phone