Submit a Project Idea!

Welcome to the Application for a VikingFunder Campaign!

VikingFunder is a crowdfunding site managed by WWU University Advancement to allow students, faculty, staff, or alumni to propose and accomplish a fundraiser supporting Western Washington University.

Gifts made on the platform are processed as gifts to The Foundation for WWU & Alumni. That means gifts are subject to the policies and guidelines applicable to all Foundation gifts. They are also tax-deductible under The Foundation’s 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. Gifts go through Western’s online giving, gift processing, receipting, and recording protocols. Therefore, use of the platform is restricted to projects that meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Criteria

Campaigns on VikingFunder are limited to 30-45 days. Statistically, campaigns perform best within this timeline. At this time, we can only accept online gifts through VikingFunder (no cash or checks).
Campaigns are limited to:
- Student clubs
- Sport clubs
- Memorial or honorarium funds
Projects must have a Western advisor (current WWU faculty or staff member).
Funds raised must be used under the supervision of the Western advisor and cannot be donated to another nonprofit.

Meeting these main criteria does not guarantee a crowdfunding campaign will be approved. You may apply for an exception. Any exceptions will require approval.

Please review the VikingFunder Guidelines here before submitting your application. (Note: You'll need to be logged into your WWU account to view the document.)

Thank you for submitting your application!

We’re excited to learn more about your project and create a fundraising plan that will ensure your success! For questions regarding your application please contact forwestern@wwu.edu.

Tell us about yourself

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone Optional

Comments

Website URL

Tell us about your project

Project Title*

Brief Description*

What is your affiliation to Western Washington University?*

What is your faculty or staff advisor's email address?*

If you are the faculty or staff advisor, please enter your own email address again.

What is your fundraising goal?*

Most campaigns raise under $5000 so be realistic based on your network and expected audience!

Project timeline: When do you want to achieve your goal?*

Is your project tied to a specific event?

How much time do you need to raise your goal?*

Statistically, a strong push for 30-45 days usually performs best

Have you fundraised through VikingFunder before?*

Do you know if the area you wish to create a campaign for has a fund established?

Who else is in your group or will be willing to help promote this campaign?*

Which social media platforms are you and/or your group active on?*

Would you be willing to solicit your friends and family for donations to this campaign?*

Yes No

Who is your target audience for the campaign? Who will you contact to support your campaign?*

Pitch your project! Summarize:*

Who are you? What are you raising money for? What is the impact or importance? Why give?

Do you have media such as images and/or videos for your VikingFunder page?*

Yes No

Anything else you would like to share? Optional

Have you read the VikingFunder guidelines to make sure your campaign idea is possible?*

Read them here: https://tinyurl.com/VikingFunder-guidelines

Yes No

Have questions? Send us an email at forwestern@wwu.edu