Ice cream fundraiser for college clubs
Ice cream sells when it is warm and needs a plan to stay cold. A pre-order of pints or packaged treats avoids melting problems.
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
Choose packaged items
Pints, bars or cups hold up better than scooped cones.
Use coolers and short windows
Keep items cold and hand them out in a tight pickup window.
Time it for warm weather
Late spring and early fall are the best windows.
Check approvals
Cold-chain food may need extra care. Ask Cornell Dining and the county whether your plan needs a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Is ice cream a good fundraiser?
It can be, in warm weather, if you pre-order packaged items and keep them cold at pickup.
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.