I want to submit a Bear Funded project request. Where do I begin?  

Bear Funded FAQ

What is Bear Funded?  

Bear Funded, hosted by ScaleFunder™, is Baylor University’s crowdfunding platform (think GoFundMe). This platform helps the Baylor Family raise funds to help their ideas and projects take flight.  

What is Crowdfunding? 

Crowdfunding involves raising small amounts of money from many people to reach a predetermined goal. It is often referred to as peer-to-peer fundraising.

Who Can Submit a Project to Bear Funded? 

Faculty/staff and students are eligible to submit a project for consideration. All projects must include a staff or faculty member as a point person.

What Types of Projects Can be Submitted? 

Crowdfunding on this site works best with goals of $10,000 or less. This allows annual gifts to come together realistically to support a larger cause. 

This crowdfunding platform is not meant to establish larger projects, such as endowments, but instead to supplement or come alongside initiatives that live within already established funds.

What Happens Once I Submit My Request? 

A member of the Annual Giving staff will review the request to determine if it is a fit for this platform. If approved, our staff will determine the best plan of action and get back to you within 7 business days with next steps.

What Happens After My Project is Created?

You will receive a link to your project's web page that you may begin fundraising with. The project requestor will be able to manage their project through the ScaleFunder™ platform. 

As a rule, a project will run for 30 days and then it will be taken down unless otherwise discussed.  

How are Donors Thanked? 

Baylor has a standard process for thanking University donors. If you would like something specific incorporated, please let us know so that we may discuss the request. Keep in mind, due to confidentiality, we are unable to provide a list of donors and their contact info. 

Please note Annual Giving staff, in its sole discretion, will determine the eligibility of a Bear Funded project and may discontinue an active project at any time if it fails to comply with University Advancement guidelines.