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2.2.3  Using Contributions as a Template for a New Contribution

If the contribution you are making is very similar to a previous contribution, you may choose to use the existing contribution as the basis for the new contribution. This option will create a new contribution with a copy of the existing contribution's information, simplifying the contribution process for you. You will need to follow the steps of the contribution process, updating any data as it pertains to the new contribution.

After selecting this option, you will be able to select the contribution on which to base the new contribution in the Reload Previous Contribution form. Once submitting your selection, the new contribution will be created in the database and the Metadata Definition form will be pre-populated with information that you may edit as necessary.

Please note that since each contribution's title must be unique, the previous contribution's title is not copied to the new contribution. You need to provide a unique title for it.

Even though the previous contribution may be listed as Completed in the Reload Previous Contribution form, you must still complete all steps in the contribution process for the new contribution to be available to users.