Berkeley Crowdfunding

Preserve our history and knowledge today! | Fall 2025

By UC Berkeley Library

NEW GOAL: $20,000! Help us unlock up to $20K in matched gifts and double your donation today!

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Pilipinx Cultural Night Fundraiser (Fall 2025)

By Pilipino American Alliance

NEW GOAL: $4,000! Pilipinx Cultural Night (PCN) is a performance created to celebrate and advocate for Pilipinx culture!

NEW GOAL: $4,000! Pilipinx Cultural Night (PCN) is a performance created to celebrate and advocate for Pilipinx culture! Pilipino American Alliance About Us The Pilipino American Alliance also known as PAA is a student group on UC Berkeley's campus. The mission statement of PAA stands to "serve and interact with the Pilipinx community, to promote a network of social support through the encouragement of political action, academic excellence, and cultural awareness while celebration cultural diversity." To this end, PAA facilitates student-run classes, cultural workshops, peer mentorship, scholarships, social activities, and an annual cultural show to celebrate Pilipinx culture with the help of both the UC Berkeley PAA community and local Pilipinx businesses. PCN 50: Creative Team Pilipinx Cultural Night PCN, or Pilipinx Cultural Night, is a student-run theatrical production hosted by UC Berkeley's Pilipinx American Alliance. When PCN first began, it was not a complete theatrical play with complex transitions, integrations, and multiple creative components, but a humble community dinner held at the YWCA on Bancroft and Bowditch in Berkeley, CA. There, students performed cultural dances, ate, socialized, and created a space dedication to celebrating themselves as Pilipinx in the diaspora. PCN has always been a part of our platform against the Eurocentric curriculum in higher education, an act of solidarity with the TWLF, and a space where Pilipinx creatives are able to share their unique experiences of what it means to be Pilipinx in America. PCN 49: Protesting Scene The, now fully theatrical, production allows participants to explore their Pilipinx identity through creative mediums such as (cultural) dance, acting, and music. By holding PCN every year, we hope to provide a creative space for our cast to learn and grow. At Berkeley, we also choose to use PCN as a platform for activism and education on Pilipinx history, culture, and current issues. PCN 49: Cast on Stage This year marks the golden anniversary of Pilipinx Cultural Night—50 years of community organizing, story telling, resilience, and love. As we celebrate this monumental milestone, we carry with us PCN’s legacy, and will use this momentum to create an unforgettable production. PCN 50 will be both a tribute to the past and a vision for the future, honoring decades of cultural pride while continuing to pave the way for the years to come. PCN 49: Isang Bagsak Donate Now! This is a labor of love from our community, and we would be honored to have you be part of it. The funds we raise with Berkeley Crowdfunding will support the Pilipino American Alliance, with a current focus on producing the 50th Pilipinx Cultural Night (PCN). The average production costs of PCN are as follows: Note: These are rough estimates and may be subject to change. All funds raised will go towards PCN 50's production costs regardless if the goal is met or not. Thank you so much for taking the time to learn about Pilipinx Cultural Night! If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us by email or social media! email: paa.chair@gmail.com social media handles: @ucbpaa website: ucbpcn.com

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Support the Biology Scholars Program today! FA ‘25

By Biology Scholars Program

NEW GOAL: $7500! The Biology Scholars Program empowers thousands of students to excel and contribute to a world-changing STEM workforce.

NEW GOAL: $7500! The Biology Scholars Program empowers thousands of students to excel and contribute to a world-changing STEM workforce. Biology Scholars Program NEW STRETCH GOAL OF $7,500! Thank you all so much for your support! We're hoping to keep the momentum going, and help fund more library materials, furniture upgrades, supplies for students during finals, and other expenses! Think back to your time at Berkeley. The friendships, the late-night study sessions. The quiet moments in between classes. Now imagine all of that packed into one small, powerful room. The BSP student room may look modest, but it’s the heartbeat of the Biology Scholars Program. It’s where students: Pull all-nighters together and push through finals Share meals, resources, and encouragement Celebrate wins and support each other through setbacks Nap on the same couch generations of students have used Leave behind textbooks, mugs, chargers - and memories This space shrinks the big university into something personal. It’s where community is built, and where lifelong connections begin. Your gift helps us keep this space alive, and with it, the spirit of BSP, and we are so grateful for all of you who have committed to sustaining BSP in so many different ways over the years. Support the room. Support the students. Support the future. The BSP room is where friendships are forged, finals are survived, and students find a home away from home. Your gift keeps this space alive — here’s how every dollar will make a difference: $1,500 - Fuel for Finals Finals are intense. This funding provides nourishing meals, snacks, and drinks during study weeks, helping students stay focused, energized, and supported during one of the most stressful times of the semester. $1,500 - Everyday Supplies & Snacks This covers year-round essentials, healthy snacks, tea and coffee, paper goods, cleaning supplies, and basic comforts that make the BSP room feel like home. $1,000 - Community & Connection Initiatives Support students by supporting welcome events, mid-semester gatherings, and updating and refreshing the space to foster connection and strengthen bonds. $500 - Room Refresh Update the space by updating and repairing furniture and equipment to make the room more welcoming and comfortable for students. $500 - Mini Fridge Upgrade A new mini fridge means students can store meals and snacks during long study days. It’s a small investment with a big impact on student wellness. Your gifts have profound effect on student lives, and we thank you for your continued support. All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary. In the case we surpass our goal, we will allocate additional funds for future events and program costs. To find out more about the Biology Scholars Program, please visit our program website HERE and see program data HERE. Go Bears!

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Support kidney screening & awareness in the Bay! (Fall 2025)

By KDSAP

NEW GOAL: $1,500! We provide free kidney disease screenings & awareness events in underserved communities across the Bay Area to reduce kidney disease rates.

NEW GOAL: $1,500! We provide free kidney disease screenings & awareness events in underserved communities across the Bay Area to reduce kidney disease rates. KDSAP Who are we? We are the Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program (KDSAP) of UC Berkeley! Our organization addresses the issue of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in the Bay Area. CKD is known as a silent killer because its symptoms are undetectable until the final stages of the disease, at which point the damage to patients’ kidneys is irreversible. Kidney disease affects 1 in 3 adults and is the 9th leading cause of death in the U.S. Many people are often unaware that they may be at risk for CKD due to unequal access to healthcare in the United States. Furthermore, of the two treatment options for kidney disease, 1) kidney transplants are often unavailable to patients as it is very difficult to find a match from the transplant list, and 2) dialysis is a costly procedure both in time and money. Our free kidney screenings in the Bay Area focus on prevention, helping high-risk populations monitor and maintain their kidney health before it's too late. Here at KDSAP, we provide free kidney screenings and awareness events to all, prioritizing outreach to minority populations who are at higher risk, including Asian Americans, African Americans, Hispanics, and other underserved communities. By partnering with local community centers, churches, and non-profits, we ensure our services reach those who need them most. Our screenings include free one-on-one consultations with physicians, and we are mentored by UCSF nephrologists who guide us in delivering accurate kidney health information and services. Most of our funding is directed toward purchasing supplies and creating awareness materials for our screenings. As a student organization, we rely on fundraising and community grants in order to carry out our mission. Volunteers after a screening at The Mission HQ, Spring 2025. What do we do? As an organization, we have two primary objectives: to hold free kidney screenings throughout the Bay Area and organize awareness events for the public to learn more about maintaining kidney health. Our work addresses and advances health equity by ensuring that all the services that we provide (e.g. screenings and awareness events) are free and open to everyone. We distribute information about these events to as broad audiences as possible. We make targeted efforts to reach the underserved in our community by working with community centers, churches, and other non-profit organizations to publicize our services to those who need them the most. For our screenings, we partner with physicians who provide one-on-one consultations with patients. Our free kidney screenings hold the following stations: 1) Registration 2) Urinalysis 3) Blood Pressure 4) Blood Glucose 5) BMI/Waist-Hip Ratio 6) Physician Consultation 7) Wellness & Nutrition with a Renal Dietician We are a rapidly growing organization, and in the past years have expanded the number of screenings we hold per year and the locations in which we hold them. For this semester, from early October to mid-December, we plan on having 6 screenings in different locations across the Bay Area. We would greatly appreciate your help as we work towards increasing engagement with the community and making a positive impact on more people’s health. What will your money go towards? Your donation will go towards the purchase of equipment we use in our screenings, such as urinalysis machines, blood glucose monitors, and test strips. Each screening costs approximately $281. This includes $400 for bulk supplies per screening (hand sanitizer, table cloths, alcohol wipes, alcohol pads, tissue paper, band-aids, cotton pads, batteries, etc.) and $3 per patient (urinalysis strips, urine cups, paper bag for urine cups, blood glucose test strips, lancets). Every semester, we also carry out mock screenings (2x $20) and trainings (2x $20) to prepare our general member volunteers with the skills needed to work at screenings. We will spend around $467 on outreach care packages and post-screening resource pamphlets on free local clinics and aftercare services. We spend $450 on our awareness presentations including fliers, banners, and other materials. We will spend around $50 on publicity flyers for recruitment, and $330 for club socials for general members. Included in each category are transportation costs to and from screening locations, awareness presentations, and fundraising opportunities if not accessible by public transportation. *All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary In the event that we do not reach our fundraising goal, the funds that we do raise will continue to be used to support our screening operations as broken down above. By donating to our organization, you will help provide the public with more information about an often-overlooked disease and help people all around the Bay Area improve their health! Stay connected with us: ucberkeleykdsap.com Instagram: @berkeleykdsap Facebook: www.facebook.com/ucberkeleykdsap Email: berkeleykdsap@gmail.com

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Support Cal in the Capital's Summer 2026 Interns! | Fall 2025

By Matsui Center

Cal in the Capital is a student-led program that supports 60 undergraduate students in their pursuit of summer internships in Washington, D.C.

Cal in the Capital is a student-led program that supports 60 undergraduate students in their pursuit of summer internships in Washington, D.C. Matsui Center Support Summer 2026 Cal in the Capital Interns! This year Cal in the Capital is excited to celebrate 60 years of service in Washington, D.C.! Founded in 1965, Cal in the Capital supports UC Berkeley undergraduate students who are pursuing internship opportunities in Washington, D.C. As of 2025, approximately 4,321 CITC interns have completed 1,838,889 hours of service in hundreds of organizations, including; Congressional offices, government agencies, think tanks, nonprofit organizations, media outlets, law firms, and research institutions. Students from all majors, backgrounds, and interests participate in our program, and we highly encourage students from underrepresented communities to apply. During spring semester, CITC students prepare for their internships by taking a DeCal course taught by our four Student Directors. The DeCal course covers navigating the current job market through cultivating resume and cover letter proficiency, interview skills and practice, and awareness of current events. Through Cal in the Capital's partnership with the UC Berkeley Public Service Center, students also learn how to engage with their internship by holding public service at the center. In the summer, students head for Washington, D.C. to complete internships in policy, tech, media & news, education, and advocacy. CITC participants work full-time, have a chance to connect with Cal alumni, and explore the DMV area. Cal in the Capital is an incredibly impactful experience for our cohort members, and for most, it marks the beginning of their careers in public service! Your Support Provides Transformative Summer Experiences This year, Cal in the Capital is recruiting 60 students to participate in our program. Our goal is to completely cover the cost of summer housing and other necessities for 10 students, and provide partial support to an additional 20 students. If we reach our fundraising goals, CITC would be able to provide some type of financial assistance to half of our entire cohort. Fundraising efforts are crucial in ensuring Cal in the Capital is accessible to students who may not take this opportunity without financial support. Please read below testimonies from students who received financial assistance for summer 2025: "The city offers endless opportunities for growth, public service, and meaningful connections. It is a space where I can continue to evolve both personally and professionally. I hope to come back with more experience and perspective, ready to contribute at a higher level and continue advocating for the communities that have given so much to me." -- Selina Mendez. CITC Summer 2025 participant, Chambers Relations and Business Development Intern at the United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. "Spending the summer in Washington, D.C. with Cal in the Capital has been one of the most meaningful parts of my college experience. I have always been interested in public service, but living and working in the nation's capital helped me better understand who I want to be and how I can make an impact." -- Jacob Lindy. CITC Summer 2025 participant, Congressional Affairs Intern at the Congressional App Challenge, 2025-2026 CITC Student Director. If you would like to read more from students who received support from CITC, please visit our blog site! How crowdfunding is used: All funds raised from this campaign will support the operational expenses of Cal in the Capital, including but not limited to students accessing housing, food, air travel, local transit, personal necessities. In particular, all CITC students are required to live at the UC Washington Center for the summer, where the cost of housing for ten weeks is approximately $4,000. For students who demonstrate financial need, funds raised through this campaign can help subsidize their cost of housing (and other costs). Generally, the amount that we offer ranges from $1,500 - $4,000. In the winter, applicants accepted into the program will be notified if they meet the threshold for financial assistance from CITC. In the case that we do not reach our crowdfunding goal, it simply means we cannot offer support to as many students as we would like. Estimated student budget for financing a summer in D.C.: ItemPriceHousing at UC Washington Center $4,000Food $700Air Travel $600Local Transit $200Personal (includes professional attire, travel, etc.) $500Total $6,000 This budget provides a rough estimate only and actual expenditures may vary. Expected cost per student. Rough estimates only, actual expenditures may vary. Why Support Cal in the Capital? “I remember my time as an intern fondly, and can tell you without hesitation that this program changed my life, as it has for so many others. Because of my experience with the program, I have always enjoyed having the privilege of hosting Cal in the Capital interns in my congressional office. The passion and dedication that these student leaders display toward serving their country, their communities, and those whose voices too often go unheard is an inspiration to all.” Congresswoman Barbara Lee | Alumni | Former CITC Intern “CITC did so much for me. How could I not stay involved and give back? CITC remains one of the most well regarded summer internship programs in Washington, DC.It’s time for alumni to come to the rescue in a big way. If you are a former CITC intern, my fondest hope is that you will reconnect with this program and contribute financially to its continued success on a yearly basis. It needs your help to survive and thrive." Victoria Brademan | Donor & Alumni | Former CITC Intern & Student Director “I can’t imagine a more valuable cause to donate to. You’re donating to the University of California, your alma mater. You’re donating to the generation of future leaders for the nation and therefore, investing into the seed corn of the leadership of the nation. And you’re enriching the Washington environment because the contribution of students when they’re on the scene is a contribution that is not just expressed in terms of the work they do, but also in terms of the spirit they bring.” Dr. Michael McGinnis | Donor & Alumni | CITC Founding Member Visit our website: publicservice.berkeley.edu/citc Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cal_inthecapital/ Send us an email: calinthecapital@gmail.com

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Formula SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) | Fall 2025

By Formula SAE

NEW GOAL: $15,000! Berkeley Formula Racing designs, builds, and races a formula-style car every year! Students bring engineering to life!

NEW GOAL: $15,000! Berkeley Formula Racing designs, builds, and races a formula-style car every year! Students bring engineering to life! Formula SAE New goal of $15,000! Thank you all so much for your support! We're hoping to keep the momentum going, and raise $15,000 to help support the manufacturing of B26 and future endeavors.Who We Are Thank you for visiting our page! We are Berkeley Formula Racing, a dedicated team of students who design, build, and race a single-seat car each year, competing against over 120 universities from around the globe. Our mission is to give our members a chance to apply their classroom knowledge in real-world scenarios. We take pride in inspiring students and demonstrating our engineering skills, and we depend on the generous support of people like you to make our projects a reality. As we are a non-profit 501(c)(3) org, all donations to us are 100% tax-deductible. Since the team’s founding in 2001, we have grown from a small group into one of the nation’s top teams. This past year, we are proud to have placed 17th Overall at Michigan Formula SAE. We're proud to have around 70 active members this year, all from a variety of majors and different backgrounds. Our team is made up of 9 subsystems: Aerodynamics, Brakes & Driver Interface, Business, Chassis, Drivetrain, Engine, Electrical, Suspension, and Vehicle Dynamics. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment on our team where everyone feels welcome, regardless of experience or background. Throughout the Fall semester, our team engages in the Design Phase, where each subsystem undergoes rigorous design reviews with sponsors and alumni to ensure we are on track to meet our goals. Once design is finalized, we transition into the Manufacturing Phase. During these two months, our student machinists make over 500 unique parts including our student-welded space frame chassis, custom carbon fiber aero package, and titanium exhaust system. Once we assemble all these components, we move into the Testing Phase where we work to debug the car, validate our designs, and tune the car for optimal performance. At the end of Testing we will be to able to go to Competition fully prepared in May! STEM education is a cornerstone of our team's values, as we strive to create opportunities for innovation and learning beyond the classroom. These experiences not only contribute to the success of our car in competition but also deepen our understanding of design, engineering, and project management. However, these achievements would not be possible without sufficient funding, and we are immensely grateful for your support. Berkeley Formula Racing is currently in the midst of success, reaching unprecedented heights and achieving milestones like never before. With a little extra support, we believe we can strive for the title of #1 Formula SAE team in the nation. However, as we embark on this journey, we are faced with a total development cost of $85,000. Your support, now more critical than ever, is crucial to build our next season's car, B26. We invite you to join our journey in creating the fastest, lightest, and most innovative car we’ve ever built. Where Your Donation Will Go We need $10,000 to be able to complete our car. Below, you can see a rough estimate of our costs: $4000 - Carbon Fiber Monococque Development A monococque is a carbon fiber shell that would act as the frame of our car, replacing the current steel space frame chassis. Composites such as carbon fiber are difficult to model in software, so intense physical testing is required to accurately characterize the carbon fiber for a monococque that will not fail under extreme driving conditions. This is the first step for our two-year plan to integrate a monococque into our competition car for a massive decrease in mass and additional aerodynamic benefits. $3000 - Carbon Fiber Wheel Shells Our team's design philosophy is to build a lightweight car that handles exceptionally in tight corners. One of the largest steps our team can currently take to reduce mass is integrating carbon fiber wheel sheels. Carbon fiber wheel shells would save 9 lbs on our already light 370lbs car, allowing us to have the highest power-to-weight ratio any car produced by our team has had. $2000 - Engine and Brake Dyno A major focus for our team this year is design validation. An engine dyno allows us to run our KTM race engine on a test bench and optimally tune the power band of our engine for each dynamic event. For the brake package, a brake dyno would allow for a full characterization of the brake system and provide a method to optimize the temperature in the brakes for a larger braking force. $1500 - Vehicle Dynamic Sensors Using simulations to design our car is only the first step of a successful vehicle. Physical testing is required in order to validate simulations and ensure our car will not fail in our competition. In order to characterize the performance of our car, we developed an in-house data acquisition system called CANary, which is the central hub for all sensors measuring the car dynamically. By receiving more funds for sensors, we can purchase sensors such as IMU, wheel force transducers, and tire temp sensors, so we can optimize the setup of our car during our testing season and make the fastest car possible. Actual expenditures may vary. This funding will not only support the manufacturing of our car but also enable us to attend outreach events that engage the wider community and inspire future engineers. Most importantly, it will help cover transportation and testing costs for B26. If we exceed our crowdfunding goal, additional funds will allow for extensive testing and event participation, providing crucial learning opportunities to ensure our team is competition-ready. Regardless of the amount raised, we remain committed to our objectives: we will build and race this car. We realize we would not be able to succeed without the generosity of our community, and we are thankful for anything you are willing and able to donate. Please reach out to us with any questions or comments. Thank you again for your time and support! For any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to us at calfsae@gmail.com. Check our website out at fsae.berkeley.edu, and follow us on Facebook (facebook.com/calracing) and Instagram (@calformularacing).

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CalSol Race Fundraiser FA ‘25

By CalSol

NEW GOAL: $15,000! CalSol, UC Berkeley’s solar car team, designs, builds, and races solar-powered cars worldwide. Help fund materials, race fees, and logistics!

NEW GOAL: $15,000! CalSol, UC Berkeley’s solar car team, designs, builds, and races solar-powered cars worldwide. Help fund materials, race fees, and logistics! CalSol October 22nd, 2025: Thank you so much for helping us reach our goal of $12,000! Due to this impressive accomplishment, we are extending our crowdfunding goal to $15,000! To celebrate reaching our goal, we are publishing a newsletter to all donors that will provide progress updates, member spotlights, and fun pictures, which will summarize what our teams have been up to this year!We are a passionate team of students at UC Berkeley, and we build cars that run entirely off of solar power. Our team’s indomitable collaborative spirit fosters unparalleled knowledge sharing and growing. We challenge ourselves every day, building complex and uncharted engineering systems from the ground up. This past June, we tirelessly prepared for the 2025 Formula Sun Grand Prix (FSGP). Our truck and trailer crew drove over 2000 miles to Bowling Green, Kentucky, to safely transport Excalibur, our tenth-generation solar vehicle, to its second-ever race. CalSol faced a thorough scrutineering process to be granted access to the track, which we successfully accomplished within the allotted time. Our record-breaking 52-person race crew was the largest ever brought in FSGP history. Bringing this large a team gave students an unforgettable experience in navigating logistical and engineering solutions in real-world situations. Excalibur raced 117 laps (~370 miles) across three days of competition. We finished in 7th place out of 26 single-occupant vehicles, with our fastest lap coming in at 4:49. We gained lots of valuable experience and will be back better than ever next year! We share our work and make a positive impact on our community and the world. We are passionate about building the future of clean energy transportation. Through crowdfunding, we will utilize the funds to support our team in manufacturing our eleventh-generation solar vehicle, as well as to help fund our participation in next year's Formula Sun Grand Prix and American Solar Challenge (ASC). Whether or not we fall short of our goal or surpass it, all money raised will contribute to our car's development; our goal of $12,000 represents only a fraction of the total cost of vehicle production. CalSol is grateful for every donor and sponsor. Without you, CalSol wouldn't be possible.

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Aerospace SAE | 2026 Competition Travel Fundraiser

By Aerospace SAE

NEW GOAL: $5,000! Aerospace SAE competes in the SAE Aero Design West competition every April! Help us fund travel for our trip to Texas for this year's comp.

NEW GOAL: $5,000! Aerospace SAE competes in the SAE Aero Design West competition every April! Help us fund travel for our trip to Texas for this year's comp. Aerospace SAE Aerospace SAE is Berkeley's largest model RC aircraft competition club. We spend each year designing, manufacturing, testing, and flying aircraft in preparation for the SAE International Aero Design West competition each Spring. We teach our team the necessary analysis, design, and manufacturing skills necessary for not only the construction of an aircraft, but for the foundations of a career in the broader field of engineering. It is our mission to provide practical skills on aircraft engineering to anyone who is interested; we have no applications and instead offer training and guidance for all students regardless of major. At the 2024 SAE Aero Design West Competition, we were the #3 US-based team and placed a remarkable #10 overall. This year, we’re shooting for first place! Members of our team at the 2024 SAE Aero Design West Competition. We had a lot of fun! The SAE Aero Design West Competition releases a new ruleset every three years with interesting challenges for students, including carrying soccer balls or creating a modular plane. These challenges help students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills that are essential not just for engineering, but for life. Members of our team showing off our confidence at competition last year! During our design phase in the fall semester, we use professional software such as MATLAB, SolidWorks, and Ansys to design and optimize our aircraft. Then, in the spring semester, we begin to manufacture and assemble the aircraft. This involves countless hours of hands-on work in the wood shop, machine shop, and Makerspace as we cut, machine, glue, and fasten various components of the aircraft. It is certainly no easy feat, and everyone puts 110% into designing and manufacturing the plane. Putting on some last-minute finishing touches to our plane before our test flight in February. This year, the competition will be held in Fort Worth, Texas, and more than 25 of our student engineers will fly to the competition. After the pandemic, airfare costs have risen dramatically. Your donations will help us reduce the cost each member pays out of pocket to attend the competition, which means more team members will have the unique opportunity to attend the final culmination of their hard work and see our plane succeed in the skies! Our gorgeous plane taking off into the blue California skies. The diagram below shows a brief overview of our expenditures last year, where the competition was held in Southern California, and our projected expenditures this year, where we will fly to Fort Worth, Texas for the competition this year. Our expenses for 24-25 (top) and our projected expenses for 25-26 (bottom). The cost of travel has almost doubled our expenditures! ($11,255 → $22,460)All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary. We plan to use your donations in March and April of 2026, when the SAE Aero Design West competition occurs. If we meet our goal, everyone on our team will be able to go to competition in Texas and see the culmination of a years' worth of work! Traveling to Texas with a huge plane is no easy feat. Here’s where every dollar of your donation goes: Item Cost Description Airfare Subsidy $7,500 $300/personTickets are currently $400/person, round-trip. Freight Shipping $3,500 Delivering the plane to Texas. Lodging and Rentals $3,500 Includes costs for rental house and car/van rentals at Fort Worth. The $4,000 in funding will first be applied to Freight Shipping, then Lodging and Rentals, then the Airfare Subsidy, depending on availability of external funding sources. With our current funding estimates, each team member’s individual cost to attend competition is approximately $800. With your help, we can reduce the cost significantly, allowing more team members to attend the competition. If we don't reach our goal, life isn't over! Each team member will have to pay out of pocket for their competition travel expenses, with a reduced subsidy for each member. Every donation helps, no matter how big or small! FROM EVERYONE AT CAL AERO SAE, THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATION! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Club President Richie Woo at president@asae.berkeley.edu. We welcome suggestions and tips to save money!

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Support Communities through CASCADE! (Fall 2025)

By CASCADE

NEW GOAL: $1,500! CASCADE is a mentorship organization dedicated to developing a culture of compassion, service, & empathy. We help our communities!

NEW GOAL: $1,500! CASCADE is a mentorship organization dedicated to developing a culture of compassion, service, & empathy. We help our communities! CASCADE New goal of $1,500! Thank you all so much for your support! We're hoping to keep the momentum going and raise $1,500 to create higher-quality care packages for more underserved individuals, expand our volunteering efforts at local elementary schools, and form meaningful partnerships with Bay Area community-based organizations to spread compassion, kindness, and empathy at Berkeley and beyond! Our Mission We are dedicated to developing a culture of compassion, service, and empathy through hands-on learning, activities, and applied community service. Since 2022, we have been mentoring elementary school children on social-emotional topics and engaging them in hands-on service benefiting underserved communities. Historically, we partnered with the Berkeley Unified School District to offer mentorship to youth at Cragmont Elementary School and Berkeley Arts Magnet School. These lessons, developed by our club members, cover social-emotional topics like mindfulness, mental health, and self-compassion. Teaching Elementary Students about Socio-emotional Topics!Our six-week program culminates in a capstone project in which we engage our students in compiling care packages for an underserved community of our members' choosing. Past examples include winter essentials and hygiene packages for the unhoused community in San Francisco and arts and craft kits for local underserved youth in Oakland. It has truly been a fulfilling experience seeing firsthand our direct impact on those we serve. So, we thought, why stop there? This summer, we met with Fairmont Elementary and are making plans to teach lessons for their students. Making Care Packages for Underserved Communities! As for our efforts on campus, the initial premise was to host events, which we called Campus Compassion, to cultivate a culture of kindness on campus. We hosted five interactive events throughout the course of the semester: handing out over 450 sticky notes with hand-written words of affirmation through tabling, setting up bracelet-making and postcard printmaking stations on Upper Sproul, and more. We even established a partnership with the UC Berkeley Student Union to collaborate with them on events for the campus community: hosting a slime-making station at their semesterly DeStress Fest last spring and collaborating for their Student Parent Month Event this fall. This year, we hope to continue growing our impact on campus through more events, such as giving out wellness kits, setting up stations for bouquet-making, writing letters, and collaborating with other campus organizations. Postcards and Printmaking Campus Compassion Event! At CASCADE, our goal is to spread empathy, compassion, and service to our “3 C’s”: local children, our UC Berkeley campus, and the larger Bay Area community. Within UC Berkeley, our club members will receive the fulfillment that comes with engaging in acts of kindness, and the rest of the campus community will be the beneficiaries of our efforts. Beyond our campus, more children will be equipped with knowledge and skills relevant to social-emotional learning, and more nonprofits and underserved communities will receive carefully compiled care packages. 18 new members are committed to our mission, now in our 4th year: can we count on you to make a difference? Make Your Mark Campus Compassion Event! Budget Breakdown Your support will go directly to reaching more local youth, increasing the quality and quantity of care packages for local underserved communities, and bringing more Campus Compassion events to our UC Berkeley community! All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary. Care PackagesCampus Compassion EventsLesson Plan ActivitiesOperating CostsEvery semester, Cascade creates a care package for an underserved community in the local area. We have packaged non-perishable food, hygiene products, and first aid for unhoused populations.Last semester, we gave care packages to low-income school children containing school supplies, valued at $4.66 per unit.Greater funding means that we can add more items to our care packages, increasing the quality, amount, or variety.Cascade holds on-campus events throughout the semester to bring compassion and connection to the student community. Past events have involved bouquet making, self-care kits, notes of compassion, postcards and printmaking, friendship bracelets, and more!We would love to further enrich our campus by providing more creative materials and hosting more events.Our lessons often include a hands-on or physical component to help younger children grasp the concepts.For previous lessons, we made glitter sensory jars to teach mindfulness.We hope to provide more supplies for hands-on student engagement in wellness topics.General costs Cascade accrue from facilitating events and growing the club's presence in the Bay Area.Transportation to/from local schoolsFlyers and stickers for outreach, etc Regardless of whether we reach our goal, funds will still be used for our outlined purposes: financing care packages for underserved populations, campus compassion events for the UC Berkeley community, and cascading mentorship lesson plan activities with local youth. Nevertheless, the more funds we raise, the more we can improve the quality and quantity of our aforementioned pursuits. In December, some of the funds can be used to fund our aforementioned Campus Compassion events, on-campus activities meant to spread kindness, particularly during RRR/finals week. The rest of the funds can be used during the spring semester to finance our care packages for underserved communities and purchase supplies for hands-on activities during lessons at local schools. Thank you for supporting CASCADE and our mission of community service! Check out our social media! Instagram: @cascade.berkeley Feel free to contact us! cascade@berkeley.edu

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Help support Berkeley Scientific Journal! Fall 2025

By Berkeley Scientific Journal

BSJ, the premier undergraduate research journal, publishes Cal undergrad research, interviews with faculty, and features articles on science topics.

BSJ, the premier undergraduate research journal, publishes Cal undergrad research, interviews with faculty, and features articles on science topics. Berkeley Scientific Journal Berkeley Scientific Journal (BSJ) is the premier undergraduate research journal of the University of California, Berkeley. Every semester, our undergraduate staff publishes independent research done by undergraduates at UC Berkeley, interviews with faculty members, and features articles on current issues in science. All research papers and features articles are reviewed by faculty members. The initial purpose of the journal was to provide an official forum in which Berkeley undergraduates could publish their independent research. But since its inception in 1996, the purpose of the journal has expanded to give the Berkeley scientific community a better understanding of how events here at Berkeley impact global concerns. The focus of the journal is broad, spanning scientific disciplines ranging from ecology to engineering, and from astronomy to biochemistry. By providing campus libraries and students copies of our journal every semester and hosting on-campus events with leaders in the scientific community to speak about their research, we work to promote scientific literacy to give the Berkeley community a better understanding of how events in the scientific world can affect us and the world around us. A new issue of BSJ is published twice a year on eScholarship, in print, and on our website! Our intended audience includes, but is not limited to, UC Berkeley students, faculty, and the surrounding community. We are also continuing our mid-semester magazine, The Hypothesis, that will feature more short-form blog content for our readers! Distributing copies of our journal on the Berkeley campus! This year, with your donations, the dream of our editorial team is to: 1) Secure enough funding to publish our issues in print. Each BSJ issue represents the dedication and talent of our students who produce interesting and high-quality work. 2) Increase BSJ readership as much as possible both inside and outside the Berkeley community 3) Expand the professionalism of our journal by applying for awards and outreach events To break it down further, $1200 will go mainly towards printing and shipping costs, as well as guest speaking events and other outreach events to educate the community about science through journalism. If we do not meet this goal, we will use the money towards printing as many copies as we can to effectively communicate science. Scientific research affects everyone's day-to-day lives and it's critical that we provide the community with resources and knowledge to learn more about the world around us. Make a gift today to help make this a reality for BSJ! Our members at the Bay Area Science Festival! Thank you for your support! Learn more about us through our social media! Website: bsj.berkeley.edu Instagram: @bsj.berkeley Facebook: Berkeley Scientific Or email us at bsj.berkeley@gmail.com

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BERKE1337 Cybersecurity Club Fundraiser FA’25

By BERKE1337 Cyber Security Team

BERKE1337 is the home of undergraduate cybersecurity at Cal. Help us build our platform for cybersecurity awareness and compete in national competitions!

BERKE1337 is the home of undergraduate cybersecurity at Cal. Help us build our platform for cybersecurity awareness and compete in national competitions! BERKE1337 Cyber Security Team BERKE1337 represents the undergraduate student body's best cybersecurity minds and talent. Over our decade of competing in national competitions, we've won competitions such as Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition and were finalists in the National Cyber League, gaining us recognition from the State of California for our efforts. Our club also runs a lab network to promote cybersecurity learning through guides and articles, as well as acting as the foundational model for other cybersecurity club's infrastructure. We're raising funds to continue our mission to represent Berkeley and cybersecurity, we'll be using the funds this semester to send our team to more competitions and continue amplifying our platform and making it more useful for all people. From Spring 2025's Build Day Social where we put together our lab, 1337NET! We plan to use the funds through the course of this semester and the next. Our previous fundraiser in Spring 2024 lasted us up until now so we're planning to make the most of this fundraiser!. Regardless of if we hit our goal, we will be making sure to reinvest into more cybersecurity events and furthering our mission to represent the cybersecurity students at Berkeley. We believe that it's a niche field and suffers from lower representation, so growing our community is of utmost importance to us. Our funds are expected to be divided up into the following categories. We will be prioritizing each category equally regardless of if we hit our goal! 30% Competition funds 25% Lab funds 25% Meetings and outreach 20% Conference Transport. All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary. We'll be using our project funds and put it into the highest priority areas, namely our competition funds and meetings/outreach funds. We believe these are most crucial to the continuation of our club's legacy for open cybersecurity learning.

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CHE: Support the Minorities in Health Conference! (Fall 2025)

By Comunidad for Health Equity

The MIH conference is dedicated to support our Latinx pre-med/health students via mentorship, volunteer opportunities, and career exploration.

The MIH conference is dedicated to support our Latinx pre-med/health students via mentorship, volunteer opportunities, and career exploration. Comunidad for Health Equity The Minorities in Health (MIH) Conference is an annual student-led event that educates students about health disparities that impact our communities and finding ways to decrease these disparities by encouraging and inspiring primarily high school and undergraduate students to strive toward higher education and, ultimately, careers in health. Hosted by Comunidad for Health Equity (CHE) in partnership with other minority pre-health organizations at UC Berkeley, MIH provides mentorship, networking opportunities, and career exploration resources to both high school and undergraduate students. Through workshops, panels with health professionals, and volunteer opportunities, the conference highlights the importance of health equity and equips students with the tools to navigate academic and pre-health spaces with confidence. CHE members at our annual Community Health fair in partnership with Lockwood STEAM Academy Our team, CHE (Comunidad for Health Equity), is a campus-based organization that inspires UC Berkeley students to serve the Latinx community with a focus on health equity. Alongside our dedicated partners, we are committed to uplifting students from all backgrounds in healthcare and providing spaces where they feel supported and motivated to pursue higher education. This year, CHE is raising funds to help cover essential costs such as food, the event space, scholarships for high school students, workshop supplies, and other operational costs, ensuring that the event remains free and accessible to all participants. By supporting our fundraising campaign, donors are directly investing in the future of diverse healthcare leadership. Your contributions will not only sustain this year’s conference but also strengthen volunteer opportunities and long-term mentorship programs that empower minority students to close gaps in healthcare access. Together, we can inspire the next generation of health leaders and help reduce health disparities in our communities! CHE members distributing lunches and resource pamphlets to day laborers in El Cerrito, CA. All funds will be used to realize the MIH conference, albeit in a smaller capacity, if needed. In the case we surpass our goal, we will allocate additional funds for future events and program costs, such as volunteering opportunities that we offer and promote at MIH. Thank you for supporting Comunidad for Health Equity and paving the way for the next generation of healthcare providers! Connect with us on Instagram @ucberkeleyche

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Danceworx: Help Student Dancers Take the Stage

By Danceworx

Danceworx, Cal's oldest student-run dance organization, brings together dancers of all backgrounds to put on an extraordinary show each semester. Let’s dance!

Danceworx, Cal's oldest student-run dance organization, brings together dancers of all backgrounds to put on an extraordinary show each semester. Let’s dance! Danceworx Danceworx is the oldest student-run dance organization at UC Berkeley. Our mission is to provide an outlet for dancers to perform, learn and improve technique, and pursue their passion in a fun and supportive environment. We offer four different styles: contemporary, jazz, open (different types of hip-hop), and tap (only org on campus that offers this!). Every semester, we receive a greater turnout of dancers, which has led us to the grand Zellerbach Hall stage to perform all of our student-choreographed pieces. Through this fundraiser, you will help fund our end-of-semester showcase at Zellerbach Hall, enhance technique through workshops featuring Bay Area dancers, and foster community through our mentorship program. Because we are a student-run organization, the majority of our funding comes from the community around us, specifically people who have benefitted from being part of the Danceworx family. Whether you have encountered Danceworx as a dancer, a family member, or friend of a Danceworx dancer, we would love and appreciate any donations/support to help us hold our showcase and make sure that all of our dedicated dancers get a chance to present what they are working toward all semester. Help keep Cal Bears dancing! With your help subsidizing our costs, Danceworx will be one of two student-run dance organizations on campus that have the privilege to perform at Zellerbach. This opportunity not only benefits our own members but also gives smaller dance groups on campus the chance to shine on stage as guest performers at our showcase. Anticipated costs for the semester: Zellerbach Hall: $24,856 Practice Spaces: $4,271 Mentorship: $200 Danceworx will use the funds raised to pay for our fall Zellerbach showcase; we receive the invoice and pay for the venue in January. If the funds exceed the expense, the rest will go toward paying for practice spaces. If we are unable to reach our goal, the funds raised will still significantly benefit Danceworx; however, we will have to increase the out-of-pocket costs per members by raising dues and showcase ticket prices. Any support from our community will have a positive impact and make our performance an accessible one. If you have any questions, please reach out to dwx.treasurer@gmail.com or dwxpresidents@gmail.com ! Follow us on social media and view our website to find more information about Danceworx: Website: dwx.berkeley.edu Instagram: @dwxberkeley Facebook: @Danceworx YouTube: @danceworxatucb

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Public Health Alumni Association (PHAA) Fellowship 2025

By PHAA

PHAA Fellowship offers $2,000 for Fall 2026 to students who support diversity.

PHAA Fellowship offers $2,000 for Fall 2026 to students who support diversity. PHAA The UC Berkeley Public Health Alumni Association Board of Directors is excited to launch our annual crowdfunding campaign to support diversity in public health with a goal of raising $14,000 to fund 7 fellowships for Berkeley Public Health students committed to fostering diversity and inclusion. Thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends, we have exceeded our goals for the past 8 years and would love your support in making an even bigger impact and funding even more fellowships this year! Diversity is vital in public health and the development of a diverse public health workforce must be centered in schools of public health. One of the values of Berkeley Public Health is “Strength Through Diversity,” which our community embraces in education, research, and service. While our student population has diversified in recent years, we could be doing more to create an inclusive, equitable environment for graduate students from all backgrounds. One real and tangible way to do that is by providing fellowships to students who have overcome disadvantaged social or educational backgrounds. Supporting these students in their public health education is a key step in addressing health inequities in the long term. We are asking alumni, faculty, family, and friends of the School of Public Health to support these students by donating to provide the financial aid that they need to thrive while in school and in their future public health careers. Please donate to support 7 deserving students, each with a one-year, $2,000 fellowship for the next academic year. If we exceed our goal, we will be able to fund additional fellowships! Last year the Public Health Alumni Association was able to fund 10 fellowships through this crowdfunding opportunity. (Please note that there is a campus-imposed 7.5% gift fee on all donations and a 2.5% processing charge for credit card transactions but the remaining entirety of the donation goes towards student fellowships). One huge hurdle to achieving diversity in education is the increasing cost of tuition and the many expenses associated with being a student. High costs can have an even greater impact on students (who may be particularly susceptible to the financial hardships created by the COVID-19 pandemic) and financial aid can be a deciding factor for many. We want to ensure money is not an obstacle to pursuing a degree for those interested in careers in public health. Below are some testimonials from our 2025-2026 fellowship recipients! The Public Health Alumni Association (PHAA) Board of Directors is a group of alumni volunteers who represent all Berkeley Public Health alumni. We help alumni support the mission of the school and strengthen personal and professional relationships among public health alumni and students. One of our particular goals is to support diversity in the field of public health and ensure an inclusive, welcoming climate at the school for all of our students. For any specific questions, please contact us at PHAA@berkeley.edu

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Support BareStage Productions! FA’25

By BareStage Productions

NEW GOAL: $2,500! BareStage Productions provides students with opportunities to hone their craft outside the classroom while empowering voices in theater.

NEW GOAL: $2,500! BareStage Productions provides students with opportunities to hone their craft outside the classroom while empowering voices in theater. BareStage Productions New goal of $2,500! Thank you all so much for your support! With your support we are confident that the Rimalower Prize will bring historically marginalized perspectives, voices, and identities to the stage this year! We're hoping to keep the momentum going and raise $2,500 to help us create an even better Rimalower Prize. Additional funds will help subsidize operational expenses, such as, but not limited to, upgrading our CRH speaker system, sound board, and microphones! We are also happy to announce that we have completed the deliberations for the Rimalower prize! We will be putting on Jump written by Charly Evon Simpson. The show will be directed by Kalyan Piovesan Toussaint, a sophomore pursuing a simultaneous degree in Theater & Performance Studies and Mechanical Engineering! If you would like to learn more, check out our most recent instagram post, where you will also be able to find more updates about the Rimalower prize as they come in! About Us BareStage Productions is the oldest and largest student-run theatre company at UC Berkeley. We are dedicated to providing student actors, directors, writers, musicians, and designers with the opportunity to practice their craft in a supportive, inclusive, and pre-professional environment. Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812 Performance. Photo credits: Maude Gull Traditionally, BareStage Productions puts on four "Mainstage" productions, a musical and a play each semester! We are especially committed to empowering underrepresented voices and presenting diverse stories that reflect the vibrancy of our community. What's New? This year, we are launching an exciting new initiative: The Rimalower Prize, named after BareStage’s founder Ben Rimalower! This prize will support a fifth annual production dedicated to celebrating marginalized perspectives, voices, and identities on stage. Funds raised will directly cover the costs of producing this additional show, such as show rights, set and costume materials, and technical equipment. With your support, we can bring The Rimalower Prize to life and ensure that Berkeley students continue to have an artistic home where all voices are celebrated! Mircalla performance. Photo credits: Maude Gull Why This Matters Contemporary revolutionary theatre doesn’t always align with the structure of BareStage’s Mainstage season, which is why The Rimalower Prize creates a dedicated space for student theatre productions that uplift underrepresented stories within our community. By demonstrating its success in its first year, we hope to establish it as an annual tradition that advances equity in theater, one show at a time. Macbeth performance. Photo credits: Maude Gull Budget Show Rights - $1000 Sets - $500 Costumes - $300 Props - $150 Lights/Sound/General - $50 These amounts are based on averages from previous years. Estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary. Given we do not reach the funding goal we will still host The Rimalower Prize to the best of our ability! It may need to be a shorter production and at a smaller capacity. Stay Connected! Check out our website: https://barestageproductions.org/Follow us on Instagram: @barestageproductionsCome see our shows!House of Joy: October 10th, 11th, 12th, 17th, 18th, and 19thAlice by Heart: November 7th, 8th, 9th, 14th, 15th, and 16thBareTroupe: December 7th, 8thBarePage: December 9th, 10th Footloose performance. Photo credits: Maude Gull

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Your Data 8 Story: Support the Next Chapter

By CDSS

Since its launch 10 year ago, Data 8 has made data science accessible to all UC Berkeley student. Empower the next generation of student leaders!

Since its launch 10 year ago, Data 8 has made data science accessible to all UC Berkeley student. Empower the next generation of student leaders! CDSS You can make a difference today for data science students! Since its launch in fall 2015, the Data 8: Foundations of Data Science course has become a cornerstone of education at UC Berkeley. To celebrate its 10-year anniversary, we invite your support to sustain the data science program's legacy of innovation and impact. As the largest major on campus, Data Science continues to uplift a community of scholars from academic disciplines across campus and beyond. Join us in commemorating this milestone — and help ensure that the next generation of Berkeley students has the tools and opportunities they need to thrive in a data-driven world. By supporting critical academic resources such as tutoring and student instruction, you empower all students to explore, excel and lead in data science. By providing a gift, you're not just supporting a course — you're investing in a legacy being replicated across the state, providing world-class data science education to community colleges and other UC campuses. Our commitment to accessibility means students never pay for textbooks, cloud computing or tutoring. Your generosity also provides a paid leadership experience for Data Science student instructors, helping them develop skills that will define their careers. Student success stories Defining Features of Data 8 Applied: Students build data science skills through hands-on work with real-world examples, allowing them to connect STEM concepts to practical impact. Accessible: Designed without prerequisites in advanced math or programming, Data 8 is an inclusive starting point that draws students across disciplines and undergraduate majors. Its welcoming culture fosters a sense of belonging in STEM. Supportive: A dedicated team of tutors help students succeed in this foundational course regardless of prior experience. Interdisciplinary: Data 8 empowers students to apply core data science concepts across diverse domains, enhancing broad applicability and relevance. For more information about Data 8, email cdss-giving@berkeley.edu. Thanks for your support! Your gift will provide unrestricted support to the CDSS Data Science Undergraduate Instruction Fund, a fund that empowers students from every major at UC Berkeley to integrate highly valuable data science skills into their education. Uses of funding include, but are not limited to, Data 8, tutoring services, and student instruction. Funding that surpasses the goal will continue to support the operations of the College of Computing, Data Science, and Society.

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Game Design and Development at Berkeley (Fall 2025)

By Game Design & Development

We're dedicated to fostering a community for aspiring game developers, providing a support pipeline that will enable everyone to work on their own games!

We're dedicated to fostering a community for aspiring game developers, providing a support pipeline that will enable everyone to work on their own games! Game Design & Development Game Design and Development Club at Berkeley Game Design and Development at Berkeley is a club dedicated to helping those interested in game design and development understand the common tools and work environments present in the industry. We encourage students from all backgrounds, as there are a variety of facets involved the production of a game including, but not limited to, programming, art, music, and project management. The GDD Video Game Showcase, Spring 2024 Our three goals as an organization are: Creating a space to foster a community for those interested in game design and development. Getting more people interested in game design and development. Providing a support pipeline that will enable everyone to work on their own games, including industry events, workshops, and game jams. The specific programs we run are the following: Workshops in which we cover various game development topics that students are curious about, and also game tournaments/group analyses to get expand game design vocabulary. Students are encouraged to pursue projects, and we host a semesterly game jam as well. In the decal, we teach game development fundamentals through the Unity Game Engine. The funds will also support community-building events and catering for events, which can include industry speakers, socials for retention, and our semesterly final showcase. Events Throughout the Semester: Recruitment Events Sproul Tabling: Sproul tabling is our main form of recruiting new potential members, where we set up our table on Sproul Plaza, and pass out flyers to interested students as well as going up to and talking about what GDD does as a plan (primarily the party system and the decal system) and navigating them to our club’s discord if they are interested. Calapalooza, Fall 2024 Info Sessions: An info session where current members of GDD talk about what GDD does as a club, and as a decal, where more information regarding how to join, what the party system is, what type of events are planned for the semester, etc are provided to potential members who come to the session. GDD Info Session, Spring 2023 Project-Centered Events Bear Jams: Bear Jams is our once-a-semester 45 hour game jam! A game jam is a game development marathon, where developers work together or alone to design, develop, and publish a game over the course of a limited timeframe – in our case, one weekend! GDD staff then streams every game over the course of the next week, giving our feedback as seasoned game developers. General Meetings: GDD has two general meetings, the first one being a bit more social where we announce each party mentor, what type of video games we would be creating, and then playing board games to break the ice between mentors and other party members. The second is where we announce who got into which party, and then provided some party bonding activities, such as playing board games and party formation is finalized. GDD General Meeting, Fall 2024 Playtests: The party system’s playtests invite the general Berkeley community to come and test the games the parties are working on! This is an incredibly important step of the development process, as people working on the games can get tunnel vision and it’s hard to visualize from the perspective of a brand new player. It is also a fun way to get people excited about the games in development! End-of-Semester Showcase: Our big, fancy, end-of-semester Showcase! This is our largest event by far and is a way to show what members of the Berkeley game development community have achieved over the course of the semester. There are individual booths for each game allowing students to playtest and enjoy the results of everyone’s hard work, creativity, and dedication. GDD Showcase, Spring 2024 Industry Events Industry Speakers: Industry speaker events are where we have prominent members from big-name video game development companies come out talk about how it is working in the industry, how to break into the industry, and going over what each role contributes to a team, as well as providing a way for members to connect and network with the speakers. Workshops: Workshops hosted by our in-club mentors where they go over general topics for interested students, and topics can vary from character design to programming to music. These are designed to be very beginner friendly and serves as a way for members to gain some basic foundational understanding of the topic. Social Events Saturday Socials: Every Saturday our club holds board game socials on campus, where staff and students can decompress and appreciate “acoustic” gaming. Playing games in a non-digital medium is a great way to learn game design principles and what makes a game fun, even without flashing lights and sound effects. Movie Nights: Movie nights are a way for staff and students to hang out without any work or looming deadlines. We rent a room, set up a projector, and watch a relaxing movie together. These movies typically showcase 3D Graphics or are related to gaming in some way! Internal Social/Retreat: An internal social/retreat for executive members where we travel outdoors as a way to get to know each other in a more informal and social environment, and to create a more casual bond amongst the staff team. Round 1 Trip: At the end of the semester, the club takes a trip to the nearest Round 1 Arcade for a change of pace! GDD Retreat, Spring 2024 Funding Plan: If we meet our crowdfunding goal for Fall 2025, it will enable us to host more club social events, in particular through catering and reserving board game sessions at Victory Point Cafe and Games of Berkeley. It will also allow us to expand our semesterly game jam prize pool to attract and encourage more participants. We will prioritize using the funds on our semesterly game jam's prizes and catering for industry speaker events and social events. This budget provides a rough estimate only and actual expenditures may vary. Our Social Media: Follow us on Social Media! Website: https://gamedesign.berkeley.edu/ All funds and proceeds raised through this project will go towards making the club experience for our members even more enjoyable and will allow us to host more events! Gifts of any size will make a significant impact towards helping us reach our goal and will be sincerely appreciated. We will prioritise using the funds on our semesterly game jam's prizes and catering for industry speaker events. If you could spread the word about us and our project, that would be greatly appreciated too! We hope we can count on your support. Thank you! Feel free to send us an email at calgamedesign@gmail.com if you would like to ask us any questions!

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Support Student Political Journalism

By Support Student Journalism

The Berkeley Political Review is UC Berkeley's only non-partisan, student-run political magazine.

The Berkeley Political Review is UC Berkeley's only non-partisan, student-run political magazine. Support Student Journalism Who are we? The Berkeley Political Review was founded in the aftermath of September 11, 2001, by a group of students dedicated to the informed analysis and discussion of political events. The very first issue featured coverage of the U.S. response to the attacks. Since then, BPR has covered two presidential elections, the war in Iraq, the election of Arnold Schwarzenegger as California governor, the expansion of the EU, global poverty, immigration raids, the politics of ethanol, Berkeley tree sitters, and everything in between. 24 years later, BPR remains the only nonpartisan political news magazine at UC Berkeley and has transformed tremendously from a small publication into a campus powerhouse endorsed by the Institute of Governmental Studies and the Journalism School. On a national level, BPR has been invited to the Alliance of Collegiate Editors. This national organization of fifteen collegiate sociopolitical publications fosters cross-campus dialogue on critical political issues and secures professional contacts for member publications. BPR is the only public school publication in this alliance, including Harvard, Brown, Columbia, Princeton, Duke, and several other top-tier universities. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Budget Breakdown The Berkeley Political Review is UC Berkeley's nonpartisan, student-led political magazine that publishes both in print and online. This year, we are focused on expanding our reach and audience, so the money raised will go toward printing more magazines. Currently, we only have the funds to print enough for existing members, so it would be fantastic to expand our readership beyond that. We print every semester, typically 3-4 weeks before the end of the semester. The funds are needed in early November and/or April. Meeting our fundraising goal will allow Berkeley Political Review (BPR) to expand its readership because it will give the organization visibility beyond existing members. As more people read the printed magazine, we expect an increase in readership of our digital publications as well. BPR is requesting $1,350 to support the printing of our upcoming semesterly magazine. Printing is our single largest recurring expense. Based on vendor quotes, printing costs are approximately $1,350 for 150 copies (or $1,700 for 200 copies) of a 36-page issue, and $2,400 for 150 copies (or $3,000 for 200 copies) of a 68-page issue. On average, each edition costs between $1,350 and $2,400, depending on the length and quantity. Since we plan to print three editions this academic year (two semesterly editions, as well as one backlog issue), our total annual printing costs are expected to range between $4,050–$7,200. This crowdfunding campaign will cover the printing of one edition and allow wider circulation this academic year. How funds will be used Printing & Production ($1,300): professional vendor costs for ~150 copies of a 36-page magazine (paper, ink, and binding). Design & Layout Support ($25): minor expenses to prepare files for print (e.g., design software not provided by the university). Donor Recognition & Perks ($25): Thank-you perks include social media shout-outs, digital cards, and campaign updates. If small physical items (e.g., stickers) are included, each will cost under $1, in line with campus rules. Contingency Plan If we do not meet our goal, all funds raised will still go to printing, but we will reduce the number of copies printed. Every $9 raised will go toward one additional copy ($1,350 ÷ 150 copies ≈ $9 per copy). If we surpass our goal, extra funds will go toward additional circulation for the spring and backlog editions, and toward outreach (e.g., more copies distributed, upgraded tabling supplies, banners). All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Your Donation and Support The Berkeley Political Review (BPR) would genuinely like to thank you for all of your support! We are trying to reach our initial goal of $1350. All of this money will be used to cover the costs of our print magazine, which we distribute to Berkeley and beyond for FREE. Please make a gift today! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We Need You! We are fundraising to cover the costs of printing BPR’s semesterly magazine, which is distributed to students, faculty, and community members free of charge. With your donation, we can continue to create quality content to impact, inform, and inspire others. To continue our success, we need your help. Please consider donating to the Berkeley Political Review — no matter how big or how small, every dollar counts! Thank you for your support! For more information, check out our website at https://bpr.berkeley.edu.

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Project RISHI

By Project RISHI - Berkeley

Help Project RISHI as we empower rural Indian communities through sustainable health, education, women’s empowerment, and water sanitation projects!

Help Project RISHI as we empower rural Indian communities through sustainable health, education, women’s empowerment, and water sanitation projects! Project RISHI - Berkeley Project RISHI (Rural India Social and Health Improvement) is a student-led initiative dedicated to promoting sustainable development in rural Indian communities. At UC Berkeley, our chapter has been partnering with the village of Bharog Baneri for over a decade, implementing projects in health, education, water sanitation, and women’s empowerment. From building rainwater harvesting systems and supporting schools to running health workshops and sanitation drives, we design and deliver community-centered solutions in close collaboration with local leaders. Help Rebuild After Devastating Monsoon Flooding in Bharog Baneri & Surrounding Areas The 2025 monsoon season has hit Himachal Pradesh and our home region near Bharog Baneri harder than any in recent memory. Devastating rains, flash floods, cloudbursts, and landslides have destroyed houses, roads, water systems, and critical infrastructure, leaving many families homeless and without basic services. The Situation on the Ground More than 1,500 homes have been totally destroyed, with thousands more partially damaged across the state. (Millennium Post) Hundreds of roads are blocked by landslides and floods, cutting off many villages, delaying relief efforts, and preventing access to aid. (Rediff) Drinking water schemes and power supplies are disrupted. Many people currently lack safe water, electricity, and shelter. (The New Indian Express) Losses are massive — from homes to agriculture, public works to essential services — in the order of thousands of crores of rupees. (The Tribune) How Project RISHI is RespondingHaving seen this suffering firsthand in Bharog Baneri and nearby areas, Project RISHI is launching a Flood Relief Fund to support immediate and medium-term recovery. Here’s where your support will go: Emergency shelter & safe housing repairs. Materials and labor for rebuilding walls, roofs, and foundations so families can return home safely. Restoring access to clean water. Fixing broken water supply schemes, providing purification tablets or equipment, and helping to rebuild wells or temporary systems. Basic infrastructure repair. Roads, bridges, and footpaths that connect villages need quick repair to allow aid, goods, and people to move safely. Health support & resources. Distributing hygiene kits, medical supplies; organizing health camps for waterborne illness and trauma. Livelihood support. Helping farming families recover: personal belongings, agricultural tools, animal shelters. Why Your Help Matters Now The rains may be easing, but recovery has barely begun. Without intervention, families will suffer through unsafe homes, waterborne disease risks, and lost income. Government relief is stretched thin; many remote communities remain unreachable or under-supported. Local groups like Project RISHI can act quickly, and funds go directly to affected households. Rapid support now helps reduce long-term costs — preventing disease, reducing displacement, and ensuring children can safely continue schooling. How the Funds Will Be Used Every dollar will be directed to flood relief and rebuilding efforts. We plan to allocate funds approximately as follows: 40% Shelter & Housing Repair 25% Water, Sanitation & Hygiene 20% Infrastructure Restoration (roads, public access, etc.) 15% Health, Livelihood & Emergency Support If we exceed our target, we will expand relief to more affected villages and provide more durable infrastructure. If we fall short, we’ll still distribute resources according to this plan—with priority to the most urgent needs. Thank you for considering a donation. Together, we can help families in Bharog Baneri and nearby communities rebuild their homes, restore normalcy, and emerge stronger. If you have questions or want to see stories from specific families, please reach out to rhythm_goyal@berkeley.edu

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Support Student Creators at CalTV! FA’ 25

By CalTV

Celebrating our 20th anniversary, CalTV has served as a space for student creators to develop their skills- from editing to marketing, we do it all!

Celebrating our 20th anniversary, CalTV has served as a space for student creators to develop their skills- from editing to marketing, we do it all! CalTV Who Are We? CalTV is the premier source of news, entertainment, and cinematic content for all things UC Berkeley! We started as a student-run television station in 2005 and have been dedicated to broadcasting the best content that Cal has to deliver ever since. Our four departments: News, Entertainment, Studios, and Marketing, aim to give you the inside scoop on relevant topics within the University community and the wider Bay Area. As a group of passionate content creators, we are always in need of professional production equipment. Access to high-quality gear allows our club to produce equally high-quality content that we have been delivering for years. As the organization continues to grow, we hope to make more accessible opportunities for not just our members but also the creative community on campus. From work spaces to gear, high-level content creation can be daunting to start but we hope to change that! Extensive Learning Goes Down at CalTV's Bootcamp for New Recruits! Why Donate? This year, we are taking our production heights to new levels. Our dedicated team of directors and members are creating relevant, informative, entertaining, and cinematic videos this semester such as: An exclusive interview with English DJ Fatboy Slim A CalTV x Air Bears skydiving video (yes, one of our directors jumped out of a plane for this!) Various news stories about hot-button campus events Three short films of different genres thanks to our Studios Department An official brand video to strengthen partnerships and industry opportunities to our members We are asking for your help in raising funds to continue providing our members and directors with the opportunity to take their production to new levels that are typically not accessible to the average college student! Our Studios Department New Members Learning Important Film Knowledge Through Bonding Games! Our Budget Breakdown All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary! With your help, we plan to use 100% of all funds raised for purchases such as: Gear for our Black Magic Cinema Cameras Interview Microphones for our News Department Support for our yearly revived Film Festival; The Oski's — the Oscars of UC Berkeley Tripods Batteries Host Alumni Networking Event And of course, more cameras! Every dollar raised goes directly toward supporting our members and productions throughout Spring 2026. If we do not reach our $1,200 goal, we will still allocate funds according to the breakdown outlined. Every contribution helps us move forward, and we will continue to create with the resources available. Our community is continuously growing and with this expansion comes the responsibility to ensure that CalTV remains an accessible, welcoming, and resource-rich space for students passionate about media. By donating, you are helping us equip the next generation of filmmakers, journalists, and creators with the tools and experiences they need to thrive. We therefore thank you for your support in our pursuit of delivering the best content to Berkeley students and beyond Stay In Contact! Follow along with our content on: Instagram@caltv TikTok: @caltvofficial YouTube: @caltvofficial Website: caltv.studentorg.berekley.edu Feel Free to Contact Us: caltvexeccentral@gmail.com The CalTV Marketing Department Welcomes New Members Through a Lively Social!

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Sabor and Support: Fund the Future of Dance at Cal | Fall 2025

By Salsa at Cal

Salsa at Cal empowers students through dance education, cultural history, and performance. Support us in preserving and sharing Latin dance at Berkeley!

Salsa at Cal empowers students through dance education, cultural history, and performance. Support us in preserving and sharing Latin dance at Berkeley! Salsa at Cal Salsa at Cal is a student-led dance organization at UC Berkeley. Salsa is a mix of Jazz, Latin American, and Afro-Caribbean influences. Every Tuesday night on campus, we host a dancing social scene and provide lessons for 50+ students, fostering a diverse community through Latin melodies and movements! Every lesson is taught by Salsa at Cal’s talented performance leaders! Each year, our club continues to dramatically expand as we attract dancers of all levels, who are gaining self-confidence and can physically and emotionally destress by expressing themselves through dancing! Our growing popularity is leading to a much-needed expansion of Salsa’s committees. Performers Rene Gallegos and Diego Sotomayor Your support for Salsa at Cal will go toward four microphone sets that are needed for our weekly salsa open práctica, which will help us communicate with the 50+ students who attend. Additionally, it will enable us to pay for venues we will use throughout the year for showcases that allow us to share our dance the entire Berkeley community. We are here to teach everyone, to encourage them to be part of our Salsamilia, and show them the beauty of Latin dance styles with Latin music! Anticipated Costs for the Fall 2025 Semester: Microphone headset to use for open práctica, teaching materials: $250 Venue Fee: $3950 Live Music Fee: $350 Student performance team: ~$1230 /semester Transportation (out-of-state congresses/festivals) $300 Accommodations (Food, water, travel necessities): $150 Uniforms $780 Community initiatives: $150 Total Projected Expenses: $5930 | All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary. If our goal is not reached, the allocated funds will still be used for the same projects; however, they may have to be realized at smaller scales. These funds are crucial for offsetting the cost and taking financial strain off our students who want to pursue their passions! Performers Kian Asgharzadeh and Sofia Cielak Thank you so much for supporting Salsa at Cal and celebrating our shared love for this beautiful dance style! We hope to see you at our future performances y prácticas! Follow us at @salsaatcalberkeley

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Democracy Camp 2026 | Fall 2025

By Democracy Camp 2026

Democracy Camp is a spring break bootcamp for Cal undergraduate students interested in public service. Students get engaged, empowered and informed!

Democracy Camp is a spring break bootcamp for Cal undergraduate students interested in public service. Students get engaged, empowered and informed! Democracy Camp 2026 Help students answer the call to public service! Democracy Camp is an alternative spring break experience designed to empower UC Berkeley changemakers and enhance our democracy. During this four-day intensive program, 20 undergraduate students explore their public service interests and expand their professional toolkit. Now entering its ninth year, Democracy Camp has an impressive track record of propelling students into public service. Be a part of this story — make a gift today and support the next generation of public service leaders! About Democracy Camp Democracy Camp is a bootcamp that gives students firsthand exposure to different facets of public service: legislative paths, community organizations, local and state government, legal professions, research, and philanthropy. Students learn directly from guest speakers about the opportunities available in these fields in order to chart their own path to service. Preparing students for service at all levels of government Every year, students take a one-day day field trip to Sacramento, where they meet with elected members and professionals in the state legislature and state agencies, as well as Cal alumni in public service careers in our state capital. 2025 Democracy Camp students outside the California State Capitol building. | Sacramento, CA In 2025, thanks to the generous support of donors like you, we took a field trip to Downtown Oakland to meet with government and non-profit leaders at The Greenlining Institute, and visited Oakland Museum of California, exploring local history and contemporary issues through the lenses of artistic expression and community building. This field trip was a huge success, and we want to continue making it a staple of the program! Your donation will ensure that Democracy Camp continues to shine a light on the importance of not only our state government, but also community-level action, creativity, and leadership. In addition to meeting with public service professionals, students participate in skill-building workshops, including networking and resume writing. Participants have the opportunity to put these skills to practice by networking with speakers and exploring public service opportunities on campus and beyond. Fostering a community of service — and building the democracy we need Democracy Camp is a cohort-based program that is intended to nurture the public service community at UC Berkeley and build a pipeline to service. After completing Democracy Camp, students go on to pursue summer internships, research training, and campus leadership roles. After graduating, many alumni go on to secure competitive post-collegiate fellowships or grants, pursue graduate or professional school, or start their career in public service. Time and again, we hear that this program was an important step, even a catalyst, for an alum's career trajectory. A 2025 Democracy Camp student introducing himself to guest speaker Adrien Abuyen, Director of Public Affairs at Kos Read Group. | Berkeley, CA We believe that building pathways for students with varied perspectives and life experiences will enhance our democracy and ensure a more effective and representative government. To that end, this program is designed to be inclusive and accessible to all Cal students, including first-generation, non-traditional, and transfer students. Empowering participants through enriching immersive experiences This experience has definitely impacted my public service career goals in a positive way. Hearing directly from panelists about their career paths and the different ways they’ve served their communities made me feel like there’s space for someone like me in these roles too…[It] inspired me to apply for local boards and commissions focused on community services, which I may not have considered before. Democracy Camp helped me realize that I don’t have to wait until after grad school to make an impact… I can start now. – 2025 Democracy Camp participant “This has opened my eyes to the multitude of public service career options… and allowed me to hear different perspectives from how people were able to turn their passions into their career, which was refreshing.” – 2025 Democracy Camp participant A 2025 Democracy Camp student engaging our panelists with a question. | Berkeley, CA Why we fundraise, and how you can help Democracy Camp is made possible by generous gifts from donors. With your help, we can continue to make this program FREE for participants, ensuring that UC Berkeley students have access to professional enrichment opportunities and public service training, regardless of financial circumstances. This year, we need to raise $5,000 of our $7,500 budget to fund the 2026 Democracy Camp in Berkeley program. (The Institute of Governmental Studies has committed to contributing the remaining balance.) Donations will go towards the cost of learning materials and field trip ground transportation, as well as three meals a day for all Fellows for the duration of the program, to support students who may otherwise experience food insecurity during Spring Break. We are accepting donations between now and October 31. No gift is too small, and your support will ensure that we are able to provide the best experience possible for UC Berkeley’s motivated changemakers! We need your help raising the remaining $5000. Our projected expenses: → Supplies: $500 (6.7%) → Student Leader Stipends: $600 (8.0%) → Food: $4000 (53.3%) → Transportation: $2400 (32.0%) These are only estimates. Actual expenditures may vary. All funds raised, regardless of the goal, will go toward making Democracy Camp an accessible experience to all students. Receive a "thank you" from Democracy Camp participant! Allow us to show our appreciation! For donations of $50 or more, we will post a shoutout on social media, and for donations of $100 or more we will share a "thank you" message from a Democracy Camp alum. For gifts of $1,000 or more, donors will receive a personalized "thank you" video message from a Democracy Camp alum. The 2025 Democracy Camp cohort enjoying a mural at the Oakland Museum of California. | Oakland, CA Democracy Camp is sponsored by the Institute of Governmental Studies (IGS) and the Robert T. Matsui Center for Politics and Public Service at the University of California, Berkeley. IGS stands at the forefront of research, teaching, and service in California and American politics and policy. Interdisciplinary and non-partisan, we foster thoughtful discussions of issues across party lines that focus on solutions – not just problems. Our mission is anchored by a belief in the transformational power of public service. To learn more, visit our website.

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ANova Hacks 2026

By ANova Hacks

ANova Hacks is a free overnight hackathon for students from under-resourced high schools, designed to change the way they view computer science.

ANova Hacks is a free overnight hackathon for students from under-resourced high schools, designed to change the way they view computer science. ANova Hacks Our team hopes to raise $4,000 for our annual hackathon. We will use the money to provide the best hackathon experience for our students from under-resourced backgrounds. Would you be interested in supporting our cause? A hackathon is rooted in the simple but complex world of “creation.” During hackathons, teams come together to bring one of their own ideas into tangible reality using technology. Regardless of their interest in computer science, students are exposed to the wonders of technology and its impact on our world. Together, we can inspire the next generation of innovators to hack to new heights! Every semester, ANova puts on a hackathon for students in underserved communities. This year, ANova Hacks 2026 will be a fully in-person, overnight, free-of-charge event designed to change the way our students think about computer science. We want to give them the skills and experience necessary to achieve their career aspirations, and spread their ideas to the world through technology. Shay Ma, one of our mentors, helps a hacker at Anova Hacks 2022 The majority of our students have grown up with little to no exposure to computer science, higher education, and the technology industry. We hope to not only transform the spark of an idea into a prototype, but also to ignite a passion for computer science in our participants. By presenting a firsthand look at virtual reality, gaming, web development, and more, we provide students with an exciting look into the forefront of technological innovation. ANova Hacks merges the fundamental computer science techniques taught at our weekly site visits with events geared towards the construction of a project. Panels and workshops about financial aid, college life and the application process inspire students to pursue higher education in one of their passions. We offer students knowledge and advice from successful, experienced industry leaders as well as mentorship from passionate UC Berkeley students. Most of all, ANova Hacks is about forming friendships with our students so that they have the resources they need to achieve their goals. Oftentimes, hackers who attend hackathons have prior experience and have been able to be exposed to the infinite possibilities out there. Computer science has consistently been more prevalent in communities with access to computers and prior knowledge about the tech industry. However, a significant amount of potential computer scientists don’t have access to these opportunities, and that’s where ANova Hacks fits in: a hackathon specially for students in under-resourced communities to show every one of them that they can change the world through the power of technology. We hope to empower our students so that they can transcend any limits and ignite a passion towards becoming an engineer in the future. We hope that you can be a part of this journey and help make this possible for our students! Our hackathon aims to empower our students to use technology for social good. Through ANova Hacks, we aim to give them the skills and experience necessary to spread their ideas to the world. We imagine a diverse tech industry where age, gender and background do not limit one’s ability to pursue computer science, and ANova Hacks aims to make that a reality. To introduce our students to various kinds of technologies they may be able to use throughout the hackathon, we will bring in industry experts and host a variety of workshops. Last year, we held an in-person hackathon and hosted workshops on topics ranging from financial aid in higher education to lessons on design prototyping and mobile development. Our experienced ANova members also led workshops on web development, game development, and introductory Python and Java. At ANova Hacks 2026, we hope to bring even more interesting and enlightening workshops to our students, such as sessions on computer security and machine learning. To make this valuable experience accessible to our students, we host this hackathon free of charge. We ultimately look to raise around $10,000 for our hackathon so that we can provide fun workshops, mentorship, and awesome prizes for our hackers in a safe and spacious venue. The $4,000 from crowdfunding is only the first step in our journey to providing students with a safe, encouraging environment to work, learn, and have fun! This budget provides a rough estimate only and actual expenditures may vary. Our goal for this crowdfunding campaign is to raise enough money to fund our venue for the hackathon and be able to provide an amazing experience to our students free of charge. If we raise over $4,000, we'll spend that money towards providing students with BART tickets to attend the hackathon! Your support will help make this possible. Please donate today! Every year, several students were unable to attend ANova Hacks due to conflicts with transportation to and from the venue. With extra funding, we’d like to encourage more students to attend our event by covering their transportation fees. We hope that you’ll be a part of our movement to inspire as many students as possible with computer science, mentorship, and a supportive, hands-on learning environment! To truly expose our students to what industry is like, ANova has partnered with industry leaders like Google, Facebook, and HackerEarth in previous years to provide swag and panelists for our hackathon. This year is no different and we plan to seek sponsorships with various industry leaders in order to continue giving our students a first-hand glimpse into the industry. Our sponsors have made previous hackathons possible with their invaluable experience in helping out with workshops and panels to give our students the full experience. We would like to thank them below for making previous ANova Hacks amazing: Facebook Google Microsoft Dropbox Databricks Workday IBM .tech Domains HackerEarth Trader Joe's Chipotle Autodesk ANova is a registered student organization at UC Berkeley dedicated to improving computer science education in under-resourced communities across the Bay Area. We partner with middle and high school teachers and administrators to develop curriculum catered individually for each classroom. Our outreach and mentorship efforts strive to make computer science education and opportunities within computer science more equitable, available, and achievable for students of all backgrounds. ANova Fall 2025 We currently reach out to over 120 students at 8 different middle/high school programs. To be considered for our program, each one of these schools must provide above 40% free and reduced lunch. Every site has its own curriculum catered to its own specific needs. As part of our mission, we also host two large events annually: a semester-long college mentorship program (CMP) in the fall, where high school seniors are paired with an ANova mentor to guide them through the college admissions process, as well as ANova Hacks in the spring. Help ANova fund a 24-hour hackathon for under-resourced students and spread the love for computer science! Please make a gift today! ANova Hacks 2024!Thank you for your support! If you have any further questions, comments, or concerns, contact Arianna (argonzalezc@berkeley.edu) To find out more about us, visit us at https://www.berkeleyanova.org/, facebook.com/BerkeleyANova, and check out our Instagram @berkeleyanova!

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Support Space Technologies at Cal! | Fall 2025

By Space Technologies at Cal

We are a group of passionate scientists who want to push the frontier of space research and the space industry.

We are a group of passionate scientists who want to push the frontier of space research and the space industry. Space Technologies at Cal Join us in sending UC Berkeley to space and beyond! By supporting STAC, you’re not just donating to a club—you’re investing in the future of space exploration and the next generation of space pioneers. Space Technologies at Cal (STAC) is a student-run engineering organization at the University of California, Berkeley with 100+ highly motivated undergraduate and graduate students focused on developing innovative space technologies and research. We are creating a collaborative student space platform, incorporating multiple research labs and industry partners, to enable research projects such as microgravity experiments, a CubeSat qualifying and testing a quantum gyroscope, an Autonomous Lunar Rover project, space bioengineering for astronaut health, and a jumping robot for exploring lunar landscapes. As student researchers, scientists, and engineers, we aim to push the frontier of space innovation with each of our projects and provide valuable experience for our members. With QubeSat launching to the ISS next year and TIME II launching with Blue Origin this winter, STAC is eager to send UC Berkeley to space and beyond! In addition to innovating and working on cool projects, STAC is committed to energizing the UC Berkeley aerospace community. In 2022, we hosted the third Space Tech Symposium @ Berkeley, with over 200 attendees from all corners of the Bay Area space community. Our events' past speakers have included CEOs and Co-founders of companies like Planet, Astra, Google's Project Loon, Astranis, NASA and UC Berkeley researchers, and investors from venture capital firms. We're committed to continuing our annual tradition of bringing together the best and brightest in space. Funds will be used support team manufacturing efforts. We are currently developing an AI Rover, jumping lunar robots, biopharmaceuticals for astronauts, among other projects, all of which require funding for development to continue! Our projects aim to allow Berkeley students to work on real-world challenges related to space research. These experiences build fundamental technical and interpersonal skills and encourage innovative problem-solving. By achieving our goals, we hope to inspire future space research and foster a community that values collaboration and technological advancement, making a lasting impact both academically and in the broader field of space exploration. Funds will go toward manufacturing materials, makerspace passes, payload launch costs, and other engineering related expenses. All money raised will go directly to our manufacturing costs and expenses with any amount helping us in the development of our space technologies! Thank you for helping us reach for the stars! Budget Breakdown (All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary.): All $2500 will go to manufacturing costs for our projects. Wiring and steel pieces so our projects can survive extreme space environments. Paying for lab space and lab equipment. Some of our teams have a biologic aspect which requires work in a BSL2 laboratory. This money will go to paying for their bacterial strains, components for solutions, and renting the lab space. If we exceed our goal, we will be able to sponsor more teams and pay for more metallic parts. We will be able to recruit more members of the student body and grow our club! The quality of our projects would be prioritized. We would be able to buy more complicated circuitry and higher quality design material. If we do not meet our goal: We will prioritize improving the quality of projects we currently have. Any donation is greatly appreciated! For any questions or concerns feel free to contact our financial director at isha.shah@berkeley.edu!

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STAR - Flying the Next Generation of Rockets | Fall 2025

By STAR

Support STAR as we take on our boldest project yet with LE3, a regeneratively cooled liquid engine rocket built to win.

Support STAR as we take on our boldest project yet with LE3, a regeneratively cooled liquid engine rocket built to win. STAR Space Technologies and Rocketry, also known as STAR, is Berkeley's premier competition rocketry team. With a decade of experience, STAR is an entirely student run and led organization dedicated to pushing the boundaries of collegiate rockets. Space Technologies and Rocketry is UC Berkeley's premier competition high-power rocketry team. Over the past 10 years, we have successfully completed 18 launches, with 5 taking place in the last year! With the successful launch of our first bi-propellant liquid vehicle ALULA, we are continuing development on our third liquid engine (Diablo). Our vehicles are entirely student-designed, manufactured, and tested, from our custom flight computer to our life support payload KELSE-Y. Committed to having no barriers to entry, STAR has no requirements or applications for members, and everyone who joins takes part in a comprehensive onboarding program. STAR also boasts the longest competition history on campus having previously launched at NASA Student Launch and ESRA Spaceport America Cup, and now participating in FAR-OUT. STAR is continuing development on its second liquid rocket: LE3. A regeneratively cooled engine with pressure regulation, it's our most ambitious project yet! We plan to launch Diablo's solid motor demonstrator in Fall 2025 while developing the liquid rocket in parallel to be launched in Spring 2026. Funding will be divided between the two parallel projects' development and insurance costs. Our hundred-plus members work tirelessly to hone their engineering skills by launching rockets, but they cannot reach their full potential without proper funding. These projects additionally push the boundaries of collegiate rocketry and advance the field of low-cost rockets by inventing and testing new technologies. Using our accomplishments and the skills we learn, we lead outreach events with Bay Area pre-college students, inspiring them to pursue engineering. Email: contact@stars.berkeley.edu Instagram: instagram.com/starberkeley/ Website: https://stars.berkeley.edu/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/calstar Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ucberkeleystar/ STAR featured in… The Daily Californianhttps://dailycal.org/2023/09/13/starhttps://dailycal.org/2023/09/15/job-fair-issue-2023 Berkeley Engineeringhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CxnpEqYO7cm/?hl=en

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Support The Intermission Orchestra | Fall 2025

By The Intermission Orchestra

The Intermission Orchestra is a student-run organization that performs music from films, TV shows, video games, and anime!

The Intermission Orchestra is a student-run organization that performs music from films, TV shows, video games, and anime! The Intermission Orchestra The Intermission Orchestra is dedicated to bringing your favorite film, video game, and anime music to life! Our club has expanded greatly over the years, and we have many different positions that strive to keep putting on our free concerts every semester. From musicians, audio staff, photo/video staff, art staff, and our new YouTube staff positions, our members work hard to continue bringing the beloved music to the community. Our fundraising proceeds will go towards keeping our concerts free, booking concert venues, and obtaining the necessary equipment to make our concerts and gigs happen. We plan on using these funds to rent our concert venues for Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters. If we meet our goal, this project will allow our club to keep our concerts free and continue playing the music we love. It will also allow us to purchase quality audio equipment, which will help in creating the best possible sound for our performances and our YouTube video recordings. We intend to use the funds donated to us to rent concert venues, purchase quality audio and recording equipment, and rent and buy instruments to use in our music. If our goal is not met, the funds will still go towards renting venues for our concerts or purchasing needed instruments and equipment. About Us The Intermission Orchestra at Berkeley is a student-run organization dedicated to building a community for film, game, and anime enthusiasts and sharing our passions with the Cal community and broader Bay area through our music and performances. As a group funded through private sources, we depend on the generosity of our donors. Our Goals We are grateful for the opportunities we have had so far to share our music and serve our communities. As we pass through Intermission’s 7th Anniversary this fall, we are working to book a larger venue for our end-of-year Spring concert to allow for more of the community to join us. Furthermore, to deliver a higher quality of performances at our concerts, we hope to upgrade our sound equipment to provide the best audio experience at our concerts, as well as upgrade our photography and video equipment to improve our content for the community to engage with us, even when they can’t attend our performances in person. Our brand new video post-production team has been hard at work editing and audio mastering our old concert videos to upload to our YouTube channel, and new equipment will ease this process for future concerts! Beyond that, we hope to be able to support our members by subsidizing transportation costs to perform at venues anywhere throughout the Bay. We have even grander visions of one day being able to travel throughout California, the US, and even internationally to show our appreciation for film, video games, and anime music that are a worldwide phenomenon. In order to continue growing, we ask for the generosity of individuals so we may perform at new venues, travel to entertain new fans, upgrade our equipment, and find even more ways to connect our love for music with our community. As the Intermission Orchestra continues to grow and spread our outreach around the world, we strive to use our performance opportunities and new equipment to teach members new technical skills and build their repertoire as musicians. Donate Now! During this campaign, we really hope you can join us on this new chapter of the Intermission Orchestra’s journey! Through your support, we hope to raise at least $4,000: $700 to support new audio and video equipment for our performances, $2000 to book Hertz Hall and other venues for our concerts, $300 to subsidize costs for traveling, and $1,000 to help us buy new instruments for our members to use. This is a rough estimate and actual expenditures may vary. Will you make a tax-deductible donation today to support The Intermission Orchestra and help us lay the foundations for spreading Intermission’s reach throughout the Bay and beyond? If we are unable to reach our goal, the funds we have raised will still go towards purchasing necessary equipment and instruments so that members can have access to valuable resources and so we are able to create new and inspiring music for the community around us to enjoy. It is valuable to us that each of our members has an opportunity to learn and gain enriching experience in the arts of music, audio engineering, art, photography, or video editing, so we would use these funds to purchase equipment, instruments, and training for member use. Your donations will help make dreams come true for a one-of-kind community of musicians, artists, audio engineers, photographers, videographers, and film, game, and anime enthusiasts! Thank you so much for taking the time to learn about our orchestra. If you have any questions or concerns please contact us at intermissionberkeley@gmail.com!

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American Institute of Architecture Students | Fundraiser 2025

By AIAS

Support AIAS Berkeley's mission to empower architecture students through workshops, design competitions, and a student-led publication!

Support AIAS Berkeley's mission to empower architecture students through workshops, design competitions, and a student-led publication! AIAS Our Mission The mission of The American Institute of Architecture Students is to empower architecture students by providing opportunities of creativity and collaboration outside of the classroom. Through workshops, design competitions, and conferences, our goal is to help students feel connected within the architecture community and help them develop necessary design and collaboration skills. While directly supporting event costs and materials for the year, this fundraiser will also support our two biggest initiatives of the year, which are producing and publishing the 4th issue of TRACE, our student-led design publication that highlights the incredible work that UC Berkeley architecture students have created, and our annual Design Competition. Since the events we host on a regular basis require funding, we plan to use the funds immediately when we receive them. These funds will be used throughout the semester to host workshops and social events so students can continue to feel connected in the architecture community. Our events provide architecture students at Berkeley the opportunity to gain connections at events, such as Firm Tours or Practice Previews, led by well-known Architects or Professors who were invited to share their experience in the field and provide students with advice on how to tackle constraints they may face in the future. Our project provides UC Berkeley architecture students with more opportunities to collaborate and share their work with a larger audience. Our workshops and annual design competitions can give students an insight into real-world architecture experience, while conferences allow students to connect with architecture students outside of UC Berkeley. If we are not able to reach our full goal, we will still move forward with our projects, but at a smaller scale. We may need to adjust the number of workshops and social events we host, but our mission to support architecture students' creativity and collaboration will still continue! Budget Breakdown We expect our budget to remain similar as the previous school year, which is listed below. Our funding went to hosting design workshops, preparing for design competitions, printing and distribution of our student-led Trace Magazine, school supplies, professional social and networking events, and AIAS dues. 45% Design Competition 22.8% Publication / Printing 19.4% Supplies / Merch 7.9% Networking Events 4.9% AIAS Chapter Dues All estimates are rough only, and actual expenditures may vary. As a professional organization whose events rely heavily on funding, we hope to continue our initiative of supporting architecture students, and would like to thank all donors for making all these amazing professional events possible. Your support crucial for the continued success of AIAS - thank you for your consideration! Contact Information: Instagram: aiasberkeley Email: aiasberkeley@gmail.com Linktree (sign-up for weekly newsletters and receive info about our events): https://linktr.ee/aiasberkeley1

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October 2025 / February 2026

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