๐Ÿ“Monetize Your Maps with Purpose: Introducing Sell & Fundraise


Still sharing your maps in a Google Drive folder? Scribble Maps now lets you turn them into paid digital products — no plugins, no code, just income.

Whether you're an outdoor guide, educator, activist, or solo traveller, your map isn’t just a tool—it’s a story. And now, it can be a source of income, support, or community impact. With Sell & Fundraise, Scribble Maps lets you turn your interactive maps into fundraising pages, product storefronts, or premium content hubs—with no extra plugins or platforms.


๐Ÿ”ฅ Map Monetization Features

What is Sell & Fundraise?

Sell & Fundraise is Scribble Maps’ built-in monetization feature. With secure Stripe integration and no technical setup required, you can:

  • Sell access to your maps (one-time, subscription, or pay-what-you-want)
  • Accept donations for causes tied to specific locations
  • Add branded payment forms directly inside your map

Ideal for:

  • ๐Ÿ“ฆ Creators: Sell neighbourhood guides or digital trail maps
  • ๐ŸŽ“ Educators: Distribute classroom-ready map resources
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Nonprofits: Accept donations linked to geographic impact
  • ๐ŸŽŸ️ Event Planners: Monetize venue maps with premium tiers
  • ๐Ÿงญ Local Businesses: Offer paid curated maps or sponsorships


๐Ÿง  How It Works

Set up and start earning in under 10 minutes.

  1. Open any Scribble Map you’ve created or want to monetize.
  2. Enable “Sell & Fundraise” under the share options.
  3. Set pricing: Choose one-time payment, recurring subscription, donation-based, or “Pay What You Want.
  4. Customize your payment form: Add supporter questions, tier labels, or promo text.
  5. Publish and share on your site, blog, or social media.

No coding. No third-party platforms. Just your map, your audience, and the support you deserve.


๐Ÿ’ฌ Creator in Focus: Steigen – Your Last Hiking Map!

When a solo cartographer mapped the Steigen peninsula in Norway, they used Sell & Fundraise to transform their local trail knowledge into a polished $9.99 digital product.

Buyers got access to:

  • Dozens of categorized hiking trails
  • GPX downloads for mobile navigation
  • Wild camping spots, beaches, ferries, and local stores
  • Links, photos, and regional tips

What worked:

  • One-time pricing for a static but evergreen map
  • Clean design with clear value upfront
  • Trust signals: social media links, a strong cover image, and transparent descriptions

๐Ÿ”— Result: A sustainable revenue stream, powered by geographic expertise.


๐Ÿ’ก Monetization Tips

Want to succeed with Paid Maps? Learn from what works:

  • ๐ŸŽฏ Find a niche: A local trail map, a festival map, a learning tool—what’s your audience hungry for?
  • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Explain the value: Use bullet points, screenshots, and trusted descriptions.
  • ๐Ÿ•️ Match pricing to content: One-time for static maps, subscriptions for regularly updated resources.
  • ๐Ÿค Make it personal: Let buyers feel part of something—show impact zones, highlight donors, or offer map credits.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฃ Promote it: Post on Reddit, embed in your website, share in local Facebook groups or creator newsletters.


๐Ÿ—บ️ Real-World Success

๐ŸŒณ Urban Tree Planting Project
A nonprofit raised $15,000 by letting donors sponsor neighbourhoods, displayed live on an interactive map.

๐Ÿงณ Travel Creator Subscription Maps
$2,300/month in recurring income from selling curated, private travel maps to fans.

๐ŸŽ‰ Event Map Monetization
Community organizers increased VIP ticket sales by 35% using embedded venue maps with exclusive content unlocks.


๐ŸŒ It’s More Than a Payment Tool

Sell & Fundraise helps build trust, visibility, and community:

  • Show donor markers live on the map
  • Unlock zones or content with tiered access
  • Display geographic impact in real-time
  • Make every map an opportunity to connect with purpose


๐Ÿš€ Ready to Launch?

Your audience is ready to support you—give them the chance.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Read Paid Maps: Sell & Fundraise Help Article
๐Ÿ‘‰ Create or Open a Map to Get Started

Turn your next map into something more.

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