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Turn school pride into momentum with a short, high-energy campaign where alumni, students, faculty, and parents give toward a shared campus goal. Best for: Universities, colleges, alumni associations, student programs Cost: Low Effort: Medium Online In person Recommended RallyUp format: Crowdfunding + Peer-to-Peer
Invite graduating classes, residence halls, academic departments, or student groups to compete in a friendly fundraising challenge. Best for: Universities, colleges, alumni groups, student organizations Cost: Low Effort: Medium Online In person Recommended RallyUp format: Peer-to-Peer
Raise money for scholarships, emergency student aid, or program access with a focused campaign tied to a clear impact goal. Best for: Universities, colleges, scholarship funds, student support offices Cost: Low Effort: Low to medium Online In person Recommended RallyUp format: Crowdfunding
Auction off special experiences like VIP parking, lunch with the dean, game-day packages, or behind-the-scenes campus tours. Best for: Universities, colleges, alumni events, student life programs Cost: Low to medium Effort: Medium Online In person Recommended RallyUp format: Online Auctions
Invite residence halls to compete in a friendly fundraising challenge that builds campus spirit while raising money for a shared cause or student initiative. Best for: Universities, colleges, residence life programs Cost: Low Effort: Medium Online In person Recommended RallyUp format: Peer-to-Peer+Crowdfunding
Encourage graduating students to leave a lasting impact through a campaign tied to scholarships, campus improvements, or future student support. Best for: Universities, colleges, alumni programs, advancement teams Cost: Low Effort: Medium Online In person Recommended RallyUp format: Crowdfunding
Auction off exclusive executive or professional experiences — lunches, site visits, coaching sessions, or one-on-one time — in a format that drives high-value bids from engaged community donors. Best for: Universities, colleges, alumni events, academic departments Cost: Low Effort: Medium Online In person Recommended RallyUp format: Online Auctions See a sample campaign: One Community Executive Experiences Auction
Run a ticketed trivia event themed around school history, pop culture, or student life for a fundraiser that feels social, easy to promote and campus-friendly. Best for: Universities, colleges, alumni groups, student organizations Cost: Low to medium Effort: Medium Online In person Recommended RallyUp format: Ticketing & Registration