Charitable includes built-in social sharing functionality that makes it easy for your supporters to spread the word about your campaign and its progress.
Before we get started, make sure you have the Charitable plugin installed and activated on your WordPress site.
Follow this guide if you haven’t done that yet: How to Install Charitable »
The social sharing feature is available on both Charitable Lite and Charitable Pro.
In This Guide
Step 1: Adding the Social Sharing Block
First, open Charitable in your WordPress dashboard and create a campaign »
Inside the campaign builder, you’ll see a preview of your campaign on the right, along with a menu of blocks on the left.
Drag and drop the Social Sharing block to your campaign design where you’d like it to appear.
Step 2: Select Social Media Options
When you select the Social Sharing block in your campaign preview, a settings menu will open in the left taskbar. Here, you can add a headline for this block that will appear in your campaign.
Below that, you can enable/disable social media options by checking the boxes beside the platform name.
You can also choose to open these links in a new tab.
Supported platforms include:
- X (Twitter)
- YouTube
- Threads
- Bluesky
- Mastodon
Only the social platforms you enable will appear on your campaign page.
Click on the Save changes button at the top right corner of your screen. Now visit your campaign and test out these links.
When a donor clicks on the link, it will take them to that social media platform and automatically add the link to your campaign.
You may also want to read our guide to installing Charitable extensions.
FAQs on Social Sharing
What is the Social Links feature?
The Social Sharing feature lets you easily add your organization’s social media links to your fundraising campaign pages. Supporters can quickly find and follow your profiles, helping you build a stronger online community.
Do I need to install any additional plugins to add social links?
No! Charitable’s social sharing feature work right out of the box. No additional plugins required.
Can I add social links to the campaign after it’s published?
Yes! You can edit your campaigns at any time and enable/disable social sharing links. Changes are saved when you click the Save button.
I made changes to the settings, but they’re not showing up. What should I do?
Always click “Save Changes” after making any modifications. If changes still don’t appear, try clearing your website cache if you’re using a caching plugin.
Can I customize the appearance of my social sharing block?
Yes. Select the Social Sharing block inside the campaign builder. Then, in the settings menu on the left, open the Advanced tab. Here, you will find options to customize size, font, color, and more.
What’s the difference between Charitable Lite and Pro?
Charitable Lite is free but includes a 3% transaction fee. Pro plans eliminate this fee and include advanced features like recurring donations, donor management, peer-to-peer fundraising, and more payment gateways.
Where can I get support if I have issues?
- Free users: Use the WordPress.org support forums
- Pro users: Contact support directly for priority assistance
- Documentation: Check the comprehensive documentation library
- Community: Join the newsletter and follow social channels for tips and updates
Are there video tutorials available?
Yes! Subscribe to the Charitable YouTube channel for step-by-step tutorials and success stories.
Are you in need of support? Have a question? If you are a lite/free user of Charitable, you can reach out to our team on the WordPress.org support forums. If you have an active license, feel free to reach out to us directly for priority support.
