About the Program
The SIUE Foundation Crowdfunding Program offers Student Organization Leaders a unique chance to partner with the SIUE Foundation and raise funds to directly support their organization through a Crowdfunding Project.
What is a Crowdfunding Project?
A Crowdfunding Project is a limited-time online fundraising initiative that uses grassroots, peer-to-peer outreach to mobilize your personal networks and reach your organization’s goals. At SIUE, our Crowdfunding Program is sponsored by the SIUE Foundation to provide student organizations with a secure, trusted, and effective way to:
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Share their story
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Engage supporters
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Meet their fundraising goals
Why Crowdfunding Works at SIUE
Crowdfunding isn’t just about raising money—it’s about building community. By sharing your organization’s mission with family, friends, alumni, and supporters, you strengthen connections that last well beyond the campaign itself.
Program Impact (So Far)
Even though the program is just beginning, student organizations are already seeing results:
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1 Crowdfunding Cycle Completed
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20+ Projects Hosted
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260+ Gifts made by loyal supporters
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$10,000+ Raised to support SIUE registered student organizations
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2 Organizations Recognized On-Stage at ONE DAY, ONE SIUE
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Student Organization Bonus Dollar Challenge Winners
Financial Management Association (FMA)
Pictured right to left: Dr. James T. Minor, SIUE Chancellor, Dalton Powers, Financial Management Association President, Connie Collins, Vice Chancellor of University Advancement & CEO SIUE Foundation
Kappa Sigma Fraternity
Pictured right to left: Dr. James T. Minor, SIUE Chancellor, Carson Baer, Kappa Sigma Fraternity Vice President, Zachary Allen, Kappa Sigma Fraternity President, Connie Collins, Vice Chancellor of University Advancement & CEO SIUE Foundation
