Holiday and break fundraisers for college clubs
Before a break, students look for gifts and treats to bring home. A drop timed a week or two ahead can do very well.
Money never touches Cornell Craves. Students pay the club directly over Venmo or Zelle, and there is no commission or fee.
Ideas
Gift-style cookie boxes
Easy to pack and give.
Cinnamon rolls and pastries
Popular for last-day-of-class pickups.
Care-package bundles
Combine a few sealed items for a parent or friend.
Timing
Close orders before students leave campus, and set the pickup for the final days of classes. Confirm approvals well ahead, since the calendar fills up before breaks.
Frequently asked questions
When should a club run a holiday fundraiser?
One to two weeks before break, with the pickup in the last days students are on campus.
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.