Coffee and hot chocolate fundraiser for college clubs
In Ithaca's long cold season, hot drinks are an easy yes. A pre-order of boxed coffee or hot chocolate turns a chilly morning into a fundraiser.
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 carafe boxes for groups
Boxed coffee suits offices, study groups and meetings.
Sell single cups for individuals
Offer both sizes to widen the audience.
Morning windows
Set a pickup before classes and keep the line moving.
Check approvals
Hot beverages are handled differently from sealed snacks. Describe your plan clearly to Cornell Dining.
Frequently asked questions
When does a hot drink fundraiser sell best?
In cold weather and in the morning, 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.