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# Money-Raising Virtual Party Apps
Desperados' Rave to Save App Donates €1 for Every 1000 Steps

By Amy Duong | Published 2021-03-24 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rave-to-save
References: [desperados](http://www.desperados.com/) & [apps.apple](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/rave-to-save/id1553438452)

As thousands of nightclubs are currently closed due to the global pandemic, [Desperados](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cake-flavored-beer) is launching the new Rave to Save app available for [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/don-julio-apple-vision-pro) and Android platforms. Users are invited to join a series of eight different virtual parties where dance moves can transform into cash. Kicking off on March 27th, Desperados invites partygoers to enjoy their time at home and for every 1000 steps, they raise €1.

Those on the app can also boost how much they are able to contribute by directly donating to clubs in the UK, Germany, and Spain, who will be hosting the parties. This amount will be matched by Desperados up to €30,000 for each event. The money raised will help club owners with operational costs such as salaries and rent. This is made possible in partnership with Beatport, and after downloading the app, they can experience music by [Purple Disco Machine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evangelion-collaboration) with the help of Nakadia.

Image Credit: Desperados

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 4.6/10
- Popularity: 57% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 10%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: Europe

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Virtual Party Fundraising:** Virtual party apps that raise funds for businesses are a growing trend.
- **Mobile Donation Boost:** Mobile donations are becoming more broadly integrated in fundraising opportunities, adding value to businesses seeking funding.
- **Dance Moves to Cash:** Apps that make use of dance or exercise to raise cash are experiencing a surge in popularity.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Nightclub and Entertainment:** The nightclub and entertainment industry is finding new and innovative ways to leverage technology to stay afloat amid the global pandemic.
- **Mobile App and Technology:** The mobile app and technology industry has an opportunity to develop more fundraising apps that raise cash through engagement and gamification.
- **Music and Performing Arts:** The music and performing arts industry can leverage virtual party and fundraising apps to not only keep businesses afloat but to showcase their performers and reach new audiences.

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