Who manages Crowdfund UC Davis?

Crowdfund UC Davis is managed by the UC Davis Annual & Special Gifts Program (ASGP) in partnership with Advancement Services. Together, they determine the eligibility of participating project based on UC Davis' legal requirements and fund availability. Generally speaking the two teams try to make this fundraising option open to as many projects as possible each cohort.

Is there a minimum gift requirement for Crowdfund UC Davis?

Yes. There is a $5 minimum donation requirement through the Crowdfund UC Davis platform.

How can project teams use the funds they raise?

Gifts received must be used for the project’s stated purpose(s) and must support UC Davis programs and initiatives. All projects must be non-profit in nature. 

Individuals are strictly prohibited from keeping any portion of the funds raised as a profit or compensation.

Funds cannot be redirected to a third-party, external charity or other non-profit. UC Davis cannot act as a “pass-through” entity to provide funding to other charities.

What if the project I supported doesn’t reach its goal?

If the project is not fully funded within the allotted period, any monies raised will still be allocated to the project anyway. It's possible the remaining funds can be raised through other means, with the support of UC Davis development officers or UC Davis Give Day. All funds, even without meeting the goal, should be spent to offset the cost of the promoted project or utilized to the group’s best ability for the original intended purpose. 

How do I handle tax receipts?

UC Davis Advancement Services will provide official tax receipts to the donors who support projects through Crowdfund UC Davis. Project teams are not allowed to modify these receipts, so they will come from UC Davis, rather than the project itself.