Submit a Project Idea!

Now Accepting Applications for the

2024-2025 School Year!

Need funding for a project? The Ball State Foundation's crowdfunding platform gives you the opportunity to raise money for your passion project. We support you every step of the way with group training, one-on-one consultation, and sharing best practices for higher ed crowdfunding.

Please complete the application and review the policies located under the 'About' link to submit a project for approval.

Fall Cohort:

DEADLINE TO APPLY - August 23, 2024 - COMPLETE

Giving Tuesday:

DEADLINE TO APPLY - November 4, 2024

Spring Cohort:

POSTPONED UNTIL SPRING 2026

Summer Cohort:

DEADLINE TO APPLY - April 25, 2025

Note: Completing this application does not guarantee that your project will be approved. Please contact Lexi Hidy at arrodebeck@bsu.edu with any questions.

Tell us about yourself

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Optional

Comments

Website URL

Tell us about your project

Project Title*

Brief Description*

Which session are you applying for?*

Session dates are listed on the left side of this application.

Which of the following categories best describes your crowdfunding team?*

Program or organization name*

i.e. University Singers, Fashion Merchandising, Field Hockey, etc.

Project goal amount? Optional

Setting a realistic goal is important! Most projects are able to raise $5,000 or less.

What Foundation fund will you use for this campaign?*

You may need to contact your area's budget director for this information.

Is the Foundation fund you plan to use spendable or endowed?*

Is your area's dean, chair, director, or coach aware of your project?*

Yes No

Have you participated in Ball State crowdfunding before? Optional

Yes No

Have questions? Send us an email at foundation@bsu.edu