Submit a Project Idea!

Now Accepting Applications for the 2026-27 Crowdfund Cohort!

Fill out this application to express interest in launching a Crowdfunding project. The purpose of a Crowdfunding project is to assist Cal Poly-affiliated organizations, programs, and departments by providing a platform for them to raise money for events and expenses, among other financial burdens. To qualify, projects must be sponsored by a Cal Poly department or organization and approved and sponsored by a faculty member or advisor.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the Annual Giving team will reach out with the next steps if your project has been selected.

Selected projects must attend at least one 20 minute zoom session with a member of the Annual Giving team to discuss the project before launch.

Please note that projects that reach less than 50% of their fundraising goal may be asked to wait before taking part in a future campaign cycle.

DEADLINES

Student groups and organizations

Fall Cohort

October project application due by August 31, 2026
- Projects run from October 1 - 31
November project application due by September 30, 2026
- Projects run from November 2 - 30

Spring Cohort

February project application due by December 15, 2026
- Projects run from February 1 - 28
March project application due by January 31, 2027
- Projects run from March 1 - 31
April project application due by February 28, 2027
- Projects run from April - May
May project application due by March , 2027
- Projects run from May 3 - 31

College departments and programs

Faculty or Staff point of contact required
Apply at least 4 weeks before desired launch date, or participate in the above cohorts
Last Application deadline for calendar year: September 30, 2026
Last Application deadline for academic year: March 31, 2027

Check out our About Page for frequently asked questions. Email crowdfund@calpoly.edu for further questions.

Tell us about yourself

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone *

Comments

Website URL

Tell us about your project

Project Title*

Brief Description*

What is the name of your organization?*

Which best describes your organization?*

If your organization falls under or is associated with a Cal Poly college, department, major or concentration, please specify below.*

Who is your sponsoring faculty member, advisor or staff member?*

Please provide their name, title and email so they can be looped into all communications.

Do you have additional club officers or advisors you would like included in Crowdfund planning communications? For student organizations, we recommend that 2 officers are involved in communications.*

If yes, please list the name and Cal Poly email address of each additional contact.

Please provide specific details for your project's purpose. Why are you raising money, and how would Crowdfunding help you fundraise?*

4-5 sentences. Chosen projects will be asked to provide more info for when their project is built.

How much money do you need to raise (regardless of intended goal)? Please note that the Crowdfund Team sets the project fundraising goal based on past fundraising.*

First time student crowdfund projects will have a maximum goal amount set to $3,000.

Please quantify the specific expenses that your funds will go towards.*

i.e. hotel say $100 per night; conference registration $250 per student

A specific fundraising allocation is required. Please provide the fund name and the 4-digit allocation code or the account number associated with the fund.*

ASI Clubs - Please provide your 5-digit account number, asiclubservices@calpoly.edu can provide this

Are there any time constraints for your project? If yes, please provide specific dates and description (e.g. Nationals on April 18).*

Please keep in mind it will take up to 6 weeks to access your funds after your project ends.

Does your organization have an Instagram account? If yes, please provide the account username below.*

Posting on your organization's social media accounts is important in getting the word out!

If your project is selected, will you or a representative from your organization be able to attend a Zoom meeting to discuss important project creation and launch details?*

A booking link will be sent to you to find a time to meet if your project is selected.

Yes No

Any additional information the Cal Poly Crowdfunding Team should be aware of? Optional

Have questions? Send us an email at crowdfund@calpoly.edu

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