FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are crowdfunding campaigns?
Crowdfunding campaigns are an opportunity for you to show that 'Cats Give Back and support individual projects from students, faculty, and staff at Chico State! Crowdfunding campaigns typically run for 1-2 weeks and allow projects on campus to take fundraising into their own hands, reach out to their supporters directly, and inspire them to become donors.
If you are an on-campus organization and would like to apply for a crowdfunding campaign, please apply here.
Why should I give to a crowdfunding campaign?
All gifts impact our students as they strive toward their goal of a Chico State degree and benefit the people and programs that make a difference in thousands of people's lives each year, both on campus and in our community. The more support a campaign receives from students, alumni, parents, faculty, staff, and friends, the greater its impact.
Do crowdfunding campaign gifts count as a Senior Class Gift?
Absolutely! If you are a graduating senior, please specify that you're a current student and your expected graduation year at checkout. You will qualify to receive our Wildcat Spirit Cord to be worn at graduation when you give a gift of $20.23 to any campaign.
How do I give to a crowdfunding campaign? Can I write a check?
Give directly from the campaign page or click the red "Make a Gift" button at the top of every page to make a gift to support any or multiple projects. These gifts are tracked in real-time so everyone can see our progress!
The best way to support a crowdfunding campaign is online. However, if you'd like to send a check by mail, please make it out to the CSU, Chico University Foundation, and indicate in the memo line the project you are supporting. Mail to:
University Foundation
CSU, Chico
400 W. First St Chico, CA
95929-0999
If you have payment questions or would like to pay by credit card over the phone, please call Gift Processing at 530-898-4488.
Can I give more than once and to more than one campaign?
Absolutely! Your impact will be that much greater when you do. Use the red "Make a Gift" button at the top of the page to easily choose multiple campaigns to support during a single checkout transaction.
Want to do more? You can help our campaigns reach their goals by sharing their page with your friends and family through email, text, and on social media!
Is there a minimum gift amount?
Yes, gifts must be $5 or greater. This minimum amount prevents scammers from using our forms to test stolen credit cards and ensures our gift processors are able to spend their time on real donations!
Thank you for understanding.
What do I do if I'm having trouble with a credit card transaction?
The most common reason credit card transactions fail is because the billing address you entered does not match the one on file with your bank. When adding your payment information to your gift, please ensure you have the correct billing address, which may be different from your residential address.
If you received an error that the transaction did not go through, you will not be charged and may safely try again with your corrected billing address. If you do not receive an error message, it is likely the transaction was successful. Successful transactions will trigger an emailed receipt, so please check your email for confirmation.
If you continue to experience difficulties or believe you may have been incorrectly charged, please call Gift Processing at 530-898-4488 for assistance.
My company has a matching program. How does that work?
Many employers sponsor matching gift programs and will match charitable contributions to the University made by their employees. Generally, the employee must complete and sign a form provided by their company. Check with your employer or type your company name in this search box to find the procedures for your company.
More questions about giving to Chico State?
Check out our main giving website to explore frequently asked questions, ways to give, areas to support, and the impact of giving.