Use Cases & Ideas
Learn how to effectively use your sharing resources to get more support
Raise More at Events
Perfect for live performances, art shows, conferences, and meetups
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Display at your booth or venue entrance
Easy scanning from a distance
Tap-to-pay for quick donations
Pro Tips
- Place posters at multiple locations (entrance, exit, stage)
- Mention your TipJar during announcements
- Have NFC cards ready for VIP supporters
- Create urgency with event-specific goals
Website Conversions
Turn website visitors into supporters
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Add to navigation or footer
Embed call-to-action buttons
Pro Tips
- Add support link to your website header/footer
- Create a dedicated 'Support' page with your story
- Use floating support buttons on blog posts
- Show recent supporter names for social proof
Email & Newsletters
Convert readers into regular supporters
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Add to navigation or footer
Pro Tips
- Add support link to email signature
- Include in newsletter footer with compelling CTA
- Share milestone updates and thank supporters
- Offer exclusive content to recurring supporters
Tips at Restaurants
Modern tip jar for servers and baristas
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Easy scanning from a distance
Tap-to-pay for quick donations
Pro Tips
- Place QR codes on tables and menus
- Add to receipts with thank you message
- Use NFC stickers on the tables or checkout counter
- Personalize with your photo and story
Fund Creative Projects
Finance films, books, music albums, and other creative endeavors
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Display at your booth or venue entrance
Easy scanning from a distance
Display raising efforts progress
Pro Tips
- Regularly update supporters on project progress
- Share behind-the-scenes content and sneak peeks
- Offer tiered rewards for different support levels
- Clearly articulate your project vision and budget needs
- Acknowledge supporters in project credits
Online Events
Perfect for live streams, webinars, online workshops, and virtual performances
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Add to navigation or footer
Easy scanning from a distance
Pro Tips
- Display QR code prominently and frequently during your event
- Verbally encourage attendees to 'buy you a coffee'
- Thank supporters live during your broadcast
- Use for 'pay-what-you-can' workshops or events
- Pin support link in chat or comments
Content Creation
Support podcasts, blogs, newsletters, and regular content creation
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Display at your booth or venue entrance
Easy scanning from a distance
Tap-to-pay for quick donations
Pro Tips
- Integrate support link naturally into your content
- Use recurring support option for loyal listeners/readers
- Highlight how support helps you create more/better content
- Share production costs and funding needs transparently
Open Source Developers
Sustain free open-source software, tools, and libraries
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Add to navigation or footer
Embed call-to-action buttons
Pro Tips
- Explain the value your open-source work provides
- List features or bug fixes that can be prioritized with support
- Acknowledge supporters in changelogs or thank you sections
- Provide regular updates on maintenance and new features
- Share how support helps you dedicate more time to the project
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