🎓 Education Fundraising Request

Your Education Is an Investment.
Let Your Community Invest.

College, trade school, certifications—the cost of learning keeps rising. Create an education fund request and receive contributions from people who believe in your future.

Create Your Request

The Cost of Education

Education opens doors, but the price tag keeps more people out every year.

$1.8T
total U.S. student loan debt
$37K
average debt per borrower
45M
Americans with student loans

What Education Expenses Can You Create a Request For?

Any investment in your skills and future.

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College Tuition

University, community college, online degrees

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Trade School

Electrician, plumbing, HVAC, welding

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Bootcamps

Coding, UX design, data science

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Certifications

Professional licenses, industry certs

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Textbooks

Books, materials, software

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Living Expenses

Rent, food while studying

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Study Abroad

Travel, housing, programs

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Test Fees

SAT, GRE, MCAT, bar exam

How It Works

1

Create Your Request

Share your education goals—what you're studying, where, and why it matters. Set a goal for what you need.

2

Share Privately

Send your request link to family, friends, mentors, and anyone who's invested in your success.

3

Receive contributions

As contributions come in, funds are deposited directly to your bank account or instant payout to your debit card.

Common Questions About Education Fund Requests

What are contributions exactly?

Contributions are funds given by your friends and family to support your request. When someone visits your request and contributes, the funds are deposited directly to your bank account or available for instant payout to your debit card.

Can I create a request even if I have student loans?

Absolutely. Loans don't cover everything—and taking out more debt isn't always the answer. contributions can cover textbooks, living expenses, certification exams, or reduce the total amount you need to borrow.

Is this only for college students?

No. A Better Gift works for any education investment: trade school, professional certifications, continuing education, graduate school, online courses, or skills training. If you're learning something that improves your career, you can create a request for it.

How do I receive my contributions?

You have two payout options: standard bank deposits arrive in 2-3 business days, or instant payout to an eligible debit card arrives in minutes. Choose whatever works best for your situation.

How is this different from a 529 plan or scholarship?

529 plans are long-term savings vehicles with tax benefits but restrictions on use. Scholarships have application processes and strict criteria. A Better Gift provides immediate, flexible contributions from your personal network—use them for tuition, books, living expenses, or any education-related cost.

Can my parents or grandparents share my request?

Absolutely! Many people create requests and have parents or grandparents share the link with extended family. It's a great way for relatives who want to give graduation, birthday, or holiday gifts to contribute to something meaningful.

Your Future Is Worth Investing In

Create an education fund request and let your community give to your success.

Create Your Request — It's Free