Crowdfunding FAQs

What is Big Blue Crowdfunding?

Big Blue Crowdfunding allows University of Kentucky organizations to create and share online fundraising campaigns with engaged supporters. Hosted by UK Philanthropy, this tool is an effective way to raise funds and generate widespread interest for projects and causes at the University of Kentucky.

Who can start a crowdfunder?

UK students, UK student organization members, UK Faculty Members, UK Staff Members and UK Alumni can partner with UK to start a crowdfunder to support causes and ideas that they care about. Grateful patients of UK Healthcare can also start their own crowdfunder to support the areas that they are most passionate about.

How do I start a crowdfunder?

If you are a UK student, student organization member, faculty member, staff member or Alumni, you can submit your bright ideas by clicking here. Just be sure to read all of the policies and rules before you submit your application!

If you are a grateful patient of UK Healthcare, you can click here to reach out to us and get started on your own fundraiser.

Where can I give right now?

You can view a complete list of our ongoing crowdfunders by clicking "Active Projects" in the site menu.

Are my gifts tax deductible?

The University of Kentucky is a tax–exempt organization. Charitable contributions to the University are deductible by donors because the University of Kentucky is an educational organization pursuant to Section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii) and a government agency pursuant to Section 170(b)(1)(A)(v) of the Internal Revenue Code, when contributions are made to it in furtherance of its public mission of education, research and service.

For assistance in deducting charitable gifts on your taxes, please consult with your own attorney, accountant or financial advisor.

Will I receive a tax receipt?

After making your gift, you will receive an email with a receipt to be used for tax purposes.

Why should I give to the University of Kentucky?

In 1865, a group of Kentuckians gave of their personal resources to begin an educational institution for the Commonwealth. Due to their farsighted generosity and the investments of many others in subsequent decades, our great University of Kentucky stands today. Through your financial support, you can be part of that rich philanthropic legacy and our historic mission to provide education, research, outreach and service. Now more than ever before, the University needs private donors to become strategic partners in our vision which is not just for a better university, but for a better Commonwealth.