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Sell tickets and take donations for charities non-profits, fundraisers, charity galas

Make running charity events simple with TryBooking. Keep more of your fundraising and collect Gift Aid declarations - all with low fees and UK-based support from real people.
  • Pass fees on so your charity pays nothing
  • Always free for free events
  • All data hosted in the UK

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Manage ticketing and donations in one simple setup

Supporting community sporting events

Your supporters buy their tickets and make a donation in a single transaction - no separate forms or extra steps. Collect everything you need upfront, including Gift Aid declarations, and access it all through real-time reports.

  • Add donation options to any event
  • Custom event pages that match your charity
  • Sell and scan tickets in person

Everything you need to run your charity events

From charity galas to community fun runs, create, promote and manage your events with powerful tools and low fees — so you can spend less time on admin and more on what matters.

Collect donations at checkout
Collect donations at checkout
Sell and scan tickets in person
Sell and scan tickets in person
Send reminders and updates to supporters
Send reminders and updates to supporters
Embed ticket sales on your website
Embed ticket sales on your website
Gift Aid and registration forms
Gift Aid and registration forms
Account access control for volunteers
Account access control for volunteers
Full real-time reporting
Full real-time reporting
and much more...
Free tickets
Free
No limits or restrictions
Access the same features as paid events
Paid tickets
5 %
Booking fee
+
15 p
Per ticket
Includes VAT and all payment processing

More money for your cause with simple low fees

Every penny counts when you're fundraising. That's why we keep our fees low and simple — no subscriptions, no contracts, no hidden extras.

  • Always free for free events
  • Pass fees to supporters so your charity pays nothing
  • No subscriptions or contracts

"I have worked with TryBooking for the last few years and couldn't recommend the site or team enough."

Kat Michaels, CancerCare

via Trustpilot

Simple online booking for your supporters

No accounts, no passwords, no hassle. Supporters can easily choose their tickets, add a donation, and pay - just as it should be.

  • Instant links and QR codes to share
  • Calendar for multiple event dates
  • Supporters don't need an account
Collect data using Custom Forms

Collect important details with Custom Forms

Whether it’s Gift Aid, dietary requirements or accessibility needs, easily collect important details upfront - saving you time and reducing admin.

  • Set up questions by ticket type
  • Sub questions and follow ups
  • Collect Gift Aid declarations
Scan tickets using your phone via the TryBooking Mobile Scanning App

Free mobile apps to easily sell and scan on the day

Sell last-minute tickets and check in guests at your event — all from your phone. No extra hardware, no extra cost.

  • Sell and scan tickets in person
  • Card payments with Tap To Pay - no reader required
  • Track all sales and attendance in real time
Full UK based customer service

Say hello to real-ly friendly customer support

We know happy fundraisers create great events - that’s why we make it easy to speak to a real person with our friendly support team of UK based event experts.

  • Local UK based customer support
  • Contact us via phone, email and chat
  • Full tutorials and guides

Real time reports that answer every question

No more guessing how your event is doing. See which tickets are selling best, get full financial breakdowns, and view check in and custom form data - all in a few clicks.

  • Over 30 user friendly reports
  • Set up booking notifications
  • Access control for teams and volunteers

Ready to get started?

Join thousands of event organisers who use TryBooking to create amazing events by creating your free account today.

Still not convinced? Book a demo

Common questions from charity organisers

What's the best ticketing platform for charity events?

TryBooking is used by thousands of charities and non-profits across the UK. Sell tickets and collect donations in one place, with low fees and no subscriptions. Collect Gift Aid declarations with custom booking forms and keep more of your fundraising with fees of just 5% booking fee + 15p ticket fee. Free events are always free.

Can I collect donations alongside ticket sales?

Yes. TryBooking lets you easily add a donation option to any event, so supporters can contribute on top of their ticket purchase. Donations are collected in the same checkout, making it easy for supporters and reducing admin for your team.

Can I collect Gift Aid information when someone books?

Yes. Custom Forms let you collect Gift Aid declarations at the time of booking, along with any other details you need — dietary requirements, accessibility needs, or anything else. All responses are available in real-time reports, making your Gift Aid claims straightforward.

Can I sell tickets on the door at my fundraisers?

Yes. TryBooking's free Box Office app lets you sell tickets and take contactless or cash payments in person using your phone — no extra hardware needed. 

Is TryBooking free for charity events?

Free events are always free with full access to every feature. For paid events, you can choose to pass our low fees on to supporters, meaning your charity can use TryBooking at no cost. Fees are just 5% booking fee + 15p per ticket, with no subscriptions or contracts.