Overview
Projects are one of the most important parts of your charity setup on Charity Bridge Fund. They help explain what your organization is working on, why support is needed, and how donor contributions can make an impact. Each project gives donors a clearer picture of a specific initiative, funding need, or community goal.
Before we begin, make sure that you can explain how federal funding has affected your project.
How to Add a Project
Step 1: Find the Projects Section
From My Account, access the charity you represent and select Projects from the left-hand menu.
Step 2: Click Add Project
On the Projects page, click Add Project in the upper-right area.
Then:
Enter your project name.
Upload your Grant Revocation (Defund) Letter.
If you do not have a grant revocation letter or funding impact notice, select I do not have any documentation of our funding impact and provide an explanation that includes:
The project or program affected.
The funding amount involved.
Confirmation that the funding was modified, terminated, reduced, or withdrawn.
Step 3: Complete the Project Details
Once your project is created, you’ll be taken to the project page, where you’ll find the different sections that make up your project. From here, continue completing the required fields.
Add your:
Project budget.
Defunded amount.
Project Overview.
Contact Information.
Images.
Community impact details.
Categories.
These sections help clearly communicate your project’s purpose, funding need, and impact, while improving how it is presented to donors on the platform.
Step 4: Review and Publish
Review the information you entered and toggle the Publish switch on to make the project go live on the platform and become available for donations.
You can return to your project and continue refining it at any time, even after it was published.
How Publishing Works
Publishing a project is a required step to activate its full functionality, including receiving donations.
The Publish option will only become available once all required fields are completed. You will see:
A red check indicator on sections with missing information.
A red asterisk (*) next to required fields.
An error message explaining why the project cannot be published.
Until these fields are completed, your project can still be saved, but it cannot be published.
Charity vs Project Publishing
Publishing your charity profile and publishing a project are two separate actions.
Charity Publish:
Makes your organization visible on the platform and searchable by donorsProject Publish:
Enables a specific project to be active, visible to donors, and able to receive donations
This means:
You can have a published charity that appears in search results.
But your project will not accept donations until it is also published.
Your profile is structured in two parts:
The Charity Profile (your organization).
The Projects (your funding needs and initiatives).
While your charity introduces your organization, published projects are what donors actually support.
Where to Find the Publish Button
You can find the Publish button on the project page at the bottom right, below the save buttons. There is also a second Publish button at the top right of the Overview page. Both buttons function the same; the top one is simply placed there for visibility and easier access.
Tips for a Stronger Project Profile
Once your project is set up, the next step is making it as clear and compelling as possible for donors.
Here are a few key things to keep in mind:
Complete all required fields before publishing
Use authentic photos that showcase your program, the people served, or real outcomes, while avoiding generic stock images, logos, or heavy text overlays.
Clearly explain your funding need and community impact
Keep your content within the recommended character range (green indicators).
Refine the content over time. You can continue updating your project as details evolve, funding changes, or you want to strengthen how your story is presented.
For detailed guidance, templates, and section-by-section best practices, refer to:
👉 Project Profile Optimization: Best Practices & Content Templates
What Happens Next
Your project is now live and discoverable by donors. Donors can now find and support your organization directly.
Use your dashboard to see donations, payout status, and project performance.
You can edit or update your project at any time, or go back and create more projects under your active charity.
FAQ
How do I add a project on Charity Bridge Fund?
Go to the charity you represent, open the Projects section, click Add Project, enter the project name, upload your documentation or explanation, and complete the project details.
What documents do I need to add a project?
You should upload a Grant Revocation (Defund) Letter if available. If not, you can provide a written explanation of the funding impact.
Can I add a project without a defund letter?
Yes. You can select the option indicating you don’t have documentation and submit a detailed explanation instead.
Why can’t I publish my project yet?
The Publish button becomes available only after entering the required fields.
Can I edit my project after publishing it?
Yes. You can update your project at any time after it goes live.
What happens after my project is published?
Your project becomes visible to donors, allowing them to discover and support it while you track performance from your dashboard.
Adding a project is how your nonprofit turns a funding need into a clear, visible opportunity for support. A complete and well-structured project helps donors understand your work, the impact of lost funding, and why timely support matters.