How the Crowded Foundation fiscal sponsorship process works

Three steps stand between your project and grant eligibility, tax-deductible donations, and a dedicated bank account, with a decision in about a week.

Step 1

Complete a short application

Provide basic information about your project, leadership and planned activities.

Step 2

Application review

Our dedicated team reviews your application within 5 business days.

Step 3

Open your account & launch

Get access to powerful financial management & fundraising tools designed for project success under the Crowded Foundation.

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Once you're in, everything runs on one platform

Your project keeps its own dedicated account under the Crowded Foundation's tax-exempt umbrella, financial management, secure payment processing and donor tools included from day one.

Ready to start?

The application takes a few minutes. Most applicants hear back within 5 business days.

Start your application