Peer to Peer Fundraising:

Is Crowdfunding right for you?

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Crowdfunding

Ohio State’s central

crowdfunding platform:

Buckeye Funder

buckeyefunder.osu.edu

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Crowdfunding: Types of Projects/Campaigns

• Service Projects

• Scholarships

• Student Enrichment

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Crowdfunding: Project Timeline

1. Complete and submit application

2. Pre-Campaign: Create content, determine network for outreach, build

project site

3. During Campaign: Activate project (projects run for 30 to 45 days)

4. Post-Campaign: Show appreciation to supporters

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Crowdfunding: Examples

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Crowdfunding: Project Successes

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Personal Fundraising

Ohio State’s personal/DIY

fundraising platform:

fundraiser.osu.edu

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Personal Fundraising: Successes

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Special occasions, memorials

and event fundraising

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Questions?

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Megan MurphyDigital Fundraising Manager

murphy.1426@osu.edu