Submit a Project Idea!

Now Accepting Applications for Poly Gives projects to launch April 11th! Apply before March 1st, 2024.

Fill out this application to express interest in launching a Crowdfunding campaign. The purpose of a Crowdfunding campaign 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 and/or organization and approved and sponsored by a faculty member or advisor.

We will be hosting a large cohort of crowdfunding projects that will launch April 11th and run until May 15th, so apply as soon as possible to be considered for a spot as space is limited! 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. Apply before March 1st, 2024 to be considered.

Poly Gives will be happening April 11th - 13th during Open House weekend, and will be an amazing opportunity for your crowdfunding project to get the support it needs. We are looking to highlight projects that create a positive impact for our student body, inside or outside of the classroom.

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?*

What college or department is your organization under (if applicable)?

Which best describes your organization?*

Who is your sponsoring faculty member, advisor, or staff member? Please provide Name, Role, and Email*

Your advsior will be looped into all communications.

A specific allocation for depositing funds is required. Please provide the allocation code (usually 4 digits) and name of the fund. If you do not know it, please contact your dept. accounting staff.*

NOTE: ASI Clubs must have an active and current ASI charter.

Please provide details for your project's purpose. Why are you raising money?*

Explain the project purpose and how it will positively impact the Cal Poly community.

What is your fundraising goal amount? Crowdfund projects start with the max goal amount of $5000. If you have a larger fundraising goal, please provide details to justify this goal increase.*

Please specify what the money will be allocated to and associated costs: (ie. hotel stay $100 per night, registration $250 per student)*

Are there any time constraints for your project? Is there an upcoming event date, or date you need the money by? Keep in mind it will take up to a month to recieve your funds after your project ends.*

If yes, please provide the specific date and description of event or time constraint.

How many members of your organization do you have willing to help promote, market, and solicit funds for your project?*

Members of your oranization will be integral in helping to promote your project.

Does your organization utilize social media? If yes, please list platforms used and usernames, Facebook groups, pages, etc.*

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

How will you promote your crowdfund project? Please provide specific details for what platforms or marketing and outreach methods you will use to drum up support.*

The more people who know about your project, the more people will donate.

Do you have any planned events, or opportunities to host an event, for fundraising?*

(ie. booth on campus, athletics event, benefit concert, etc.)

Does your club/team/department/organization etc. plan to have a presence at Cal Poly Open House on April 11-13, 2024? If yes, please describe your group’s planned participation:*

Who is your prospective donor audience that you will contact? (ie. Parents, Alumni, Supporters, etc.)*

Be specific, are these Alumni of your organization or a specific department, past donors, etc.?

Do you have a contact list already? If so, who is on this list (ie. Alumni of your organization, past donors, newsletter recipients, etc.)?*

What contact info do you have (ie. email addresses, mailing addresses, phone numbers, etc.)?

Are you willing to solicit your friends and family for donations?*

The majority of your donations will come from your personal networks.

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