Bagel fundraiser for college clubs
Bagels are a strong morning product. Students pick up on the way to class, and dozens split easily among housemates.
Money never touches Cornell Craves. Students pay the club directly over Venmo or Zelle, and there is no commission or fee.
How to run it
Sell dozens and half dozens
Give buyers a choice of size.
Add cream cheese tubs
An add-on raises the average order.
Morning pickup windows
Pick 8 to 10 a.m. so items are fresh and buyers head to class.
Buy local
Cornell prefers suppliers in Tompkins County, so a local bakery is a good fit.
Frequently asked questions
When do bagel fundraisers sell best?
In the morning, before classes, with a short pickup window.
Does Cornell Craves take a cut of the money?
No. Students pay the club directly through Venmo or Zelle. Cornell Craves never handles or holds the money and takes no fee.
Who can use Cornell Craves?
Clubs must be legitimate Cornell student organizations, and new clubs are reviewed before their first drop goes live. Ordering is for current Cornell students with an @cornell.edu Google account. Cornell Craves is an independent student project and is not run or endorsed by Cornell University. It does not replace any Cornell approval, and each club stays responsible for following university and county rules.
Contact
Questions or want to list a fundraiser? Email [email protected] or message @cornellcraves on Instagram.
Last reviewed: September 2026.