How to Launch a Crowdfunding Campaign
If you’re searching for a more budget-friendly and flexible way to crowdfund—without the steep fees or platform restrictions—then building your own campaign platform with ChamaWP for WordPress is the way to go.
In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to set up a crowdfunding campaign on your own website, giving you greater control over your fundraising efforts and audience engagement.
Getting Started: Set Up a Crowdfunding Campaign with ChamaWP
1. Sign In to WordPress Admin
First, log in to the backend of your WordPress site where the ChamaWP plugin is active.
2. Navigate to ChamaWP → Add Campaign
In the sidebar, head to ChamaWP → Add Campaign to start creating your campaign.
3. Give Your Campaign a Title
Choose a clear, engaging title that quickly communicates what your campaign is about.
4. Write a Full Description
Use the main text editor to dive into the details. Explain your cause, why it matters, how funds will be used, and why visitors should support you.
5. Add a Short Summary (Max 500 Characters)
Use the Goal Description field for a concise summary of your campaign. This appears in previews and landing pages, so make it punchy and to the point.
6. (Optional) Include a Video Introduction
If you have a campaign video hosted on YouTube, just paste the YouTube Video ID into the designated field. Videos boost credibility and emotional connection.
7. (Optional) Add FAQs
Use the Frequently Asked Questions section to clarify anything supporters might want to know—helping reduce friction before they donate.
8. Set an End Date
Decide how long your campaign will run. A clear deadline helps drive urgency and action.
9. Define Your Fundraising Goal
Enter the total Target Amount you’re aiming to raise. This figure gives supporters a clear sense of your objectives.
10. Input a Starting Amount (If Needed)
Already received some funds offline? Enter the Starting Amount to reflect real-time campaign progress.
11. Specify the Minimum Contribution
Set a Minimum Donation to determine the lowest amount users can contribute.
12. Show or Hide Your Goal Publicly
If you’d like to be transparent about your target, check the “Show target amount publicly” box. If not, leave it unchecked.
13. Upload a Featured Image (854×480 px)
Upload a high-quality image to represent your campaign. Keep in mind: if a video is added, it will take precedence over the image on the campaign page.
14. Hit “Publish”
Once everything is in place, click Publish to make your campaign live and start accepting donations.
Post-Launch Tip: Keep Supporters in the Loop
Want to share campaign updates or progress reports?
Go to ChamaWP → Campaigns, select your live campaign, and scroll to the Campaign Updates section. From there, you can:
- Add the date of your update
- Write your message
- Click Update to share it with your supporters
Why ChamaWP Is a Smart Kickstarter Alternative
- Low platform fees (0–3%) — Save more of the funds you raise
- Full ownership — Your branding, your domain, your supporters
- Highly customizable — Tailor every part of the experience
- WordPress-native — Built to fit seamlessly into your existing site
ChamaWP empowers creators, nonprofits, and startups to take fundraising into their own hands—without depending on expensive third-party platforms like Kickstarter.
✅ Take Control of Your Fundraising Today
By launching your own campaign site with ChamaWP, you gain full freedom, better margins, and direct access to your backers—all for a fraction of the cost of mainstream platforms.