Crowdfunding at Tufts 6272017 Overview Part 1 Part

Crowdfunding at Tufts 6/27/2017

Overview Part 1 Part 2 • What is crowdfunding? • Crowdfunding project success • Application and approval Part 3 • Questions?

What is Crowdfunding?

What is Crowdfunding at Tufts? https: //crowdfund. tufts. edu

Crowdfunding at Tufts

Project Success Depends On: • Compelling story • Committed project team • Large network and social reach • Asking for money

Application and Approval • To be eligible, a project must support Tufts programs and initiatives have a Tufts department ID into which funds will be distributed have a faculty advisor or staff sponsorship willing to solicit personal network have project leaders that are willing to create project outreach and marketing materials before, during and after the campaign • gain approval by submitting an application. • • •

Student/Faculty Project Approval UA Prioritize Application TAG Review • Front-load information required • Policy document Application • Online form • Prioritize • Return Incomplete Applications Application Incomplete School Specific Approvals TAG Final Review • Senior Director • Priorities • Timing, urgency • Likelihood of success More Info; Timing Project Launch Project Kick Off

Alumni and Friends Project Approval UA Prioritize Application TAG Review • Front-load information required. Application • Policy document • Online form • Prioritize • Return Incomplete Applications Application Incomplete School Specific Approval Staff Sponsor TAG Final Review • Senior Director • Primary relationship manager • Priorities • Timing, urgency • Likelihood of success More Info; Timing Project Launch Project Kick Off

Timeline • Application to approval = ~2 weeks • Approval to launch = 2 -6 weeks • 11/1/17 cohort launch

Questions?