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3 Things You Need to Know About Reloadable & eGift Cards

Technology keeps evolving and even though we still use plastic gift cards, there are other alternatives that you should know about: Reloadable and eGift Cards. FundScrip offers both and here is all you need to know about them!

Reloadable Gift Cards

What Are Reloadable Gift Cards?

Reloadable gift cards are made of plastic and look like every gift cards you have ever used, but they can be reloaded with more money. Basically, you order a reloadable gift card, use it as you want and reload it to use it again without having to order a new plastic gift card.

Why Use Reloadable Gift Cards?

To save on money while cutting down on waste!

With reloadable gift cards, you avoid having to order more plastic and therefore help cut down on waste. You get one plastic gift card and reuse it every time. This way, for every reloads you make, you avoid delivery fees and shipping delays. Moreover, with the FundScrip Wallet, you can easily keep track of your card balance and reload it with the desired amount. More flexibility and more simplicity!

How Do Reloadable Gift Cards Work?

1

Buy Reloadable Card

First, purchase a reload compatible gift card from our list of Reloadable Gift Cards.

2

Receive & Use

You'll receive your card in the mail. Use it like usual, but don't throw it away when it's empty.

3

Login & Reload

To reload, login to the FundScrip Wallet, find your card and reload it with the desired amount.

4

Enjoy

Enjoy your card and reload it as many times as you'd like, all while supporting your group!

eGift Cards

What Are eGift Cards?

eGift cards are digital cards with a code. You do not have them physically like the plastic ones, but they are used just like regular gift cards online or in stores.

Why Use eGift Cards?

For the same reason: To save on money while cutting down on waste.

eGift Cards are also eco-friendly, as they don’t make any use of plastic. Since they don’t require any shipping at all, the delivery is fast and free! They are very simple to work with.

How Do eGift Cards Work?

1

Purchase

Buy one or more eGift Cards from the FundScrip supporter ordering site

2

Click Link in Email

Once payment is confirmed, you will receive an email with a link to your eGift card

3

Login & View

The email link takes you to the FundScrip login page where, after logging in, you will be displayed the eGift card itself

4

Redeem

Depending on the retailer, you then redeem the eGift card in-store or online (or both)