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Grad Village is a crowdfunding platform that empowers students to fund tuition, books,
dorm essentials, and more, through personalized registries and donations.
Funding education.
Fueling potential.
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Secure your spot and be the first to create your personalized college registry
Our Mission
To bridge the financial gap in education by empowering students and engaging their communities to support them — one gift, one goal, one village at a time.
Why We Exist
College is expensive — and traditional financial aid doesn’t cover it all. Many students skip meals, share books, or delay graduation. Grad Village connects students to real community support.
How Grad Village Works
1. Sign Up
Once accepted into college,
students can join Grad Village.
2. One Time $50 Setup
Your fee unlocks your registry and a Welcome box.
3. Build a Registry
Add dorm needs, tuition, books,
meals, etc.
4. Share Your Link
Spread your profile with family, mentors,
and donors.
5. Receive Support
Donors give to specific needs
or gift cards.
6. Fulfillment
Tuition dollars can be sent directly to
your campus account using EduPay™
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Who can join Grad Village?
Any college-bound or current student accepted into a university or college.
Q2: What does 50$ one-time annual fee cover?
The $25 fee is a one-time payment, not annual. It covers your Grad Village Welcome box, which includes a journal, pen, t-shirt, and encouragement message. It also gives you access to set up your personalized college registry.
Q3: Is this the same as a scholarship?
Grad Village is not a scholarship program. It's a community-powered registry where your family, friends, and mentors can directly support your real college needs.
Q4: What can I include in my registry?
You can add tuition support, books, dorm essentials, meal plans, and transportation - the real costs of college life.
Q5: Who sees my registry?
Only the people you choose to share it with, such as family, friends, mentors, and trusted donors.
Q6: How do funds reach me?
Funds go directly toward your listed needs. This may be through direct purchases, such as dorm items, or direct payments, such as tuition sent to your school.
Q7: What If I can't afford the 50$ annual sign-up fee?
We understand that not every student can cover this cost. Grad Village works with donors and partners who may cover it for eligible students. You can reach out to us for assistance.
Q8: Can International students join?
At this time, Grad Village is focused on U.S. students, but expansion is being explored for the future.
Real Student Stories: Struggles, Wins, and Lessons Learned
Meet Jordan: How a Wishlist Saved Their Semester
Jordan was a first-gen college student on the verge of dropping out mid-semester.
A Grad village registry helped cover tuition gaps and dorm essentials.
One gift at a time, they stayed in school.
I Skipped Books for Months- Until Grad Village Showed up
No meal plan. No books. Zero energy to ask for help.
Maya almost failed two courses before finding Grad Village.
Her community stepped up, and her GPA bounced back.
What I Wish I knew
Before I Registered
Aaron shares three things he would do differently -
from setting up a wishlist early to communicating with donors better.
His lessons can help you avoid overwhelm,
This One Step Made
My Registry Work
Allysa almost gave up.
Her wishlist sat untouched for weeks. Then she did one thing that, after making the change, the gifts started rolling in.
What We Stand For
Community First
Transparency
Initiative
Responsibility
Impact-Driven
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Who can join Grad Village?
Any college-bound or current student accepted into a university or college.
Q2: What does the $50 annual fee cover?
It includes a welcome box, a registry setup, and platform access for sharing your needs with your community.
Q3: Who sees my registry?
Only the people you share it with — family, friends, mentors, or donors you invite.
Q4: Where does the money go?
All gifts go straight to your listed needs — either as a purchase or a transfer (like paying your tuition directly).
Q5: Can donors choose what to support?
Yes! Donors can give to specific items or make general contributions.
How Grad Village Helps
Create a Registry
Set up a wishlist of the college essentials you need
Get Donations Easily
Friends and Family
can give direct
Stay Focused on School
Less financial stress, more energy for your future
Join a Community
Be part of something bigger than
a one-time fundraiser
Why Donors Support Grad Village
The Impact of Grad Village is made possible through the generosity of people like you
"Supporting Grad Village means investing in the
future of education.
We've seen how their programs give students, not just resources,
but real community."
- Angela P., Donor and Mentor
"Grad Village creates a bridge between students and opportunities. That's why I proudly support their mission."
- Michael R., Donor
"Grad Village creates a bridge between students and opportunities.
That's why I proudly support their mission."
- Michael R., Donor
Small Call to Action Headline
"When Students thrive, communities thrive.
Donating to Grad Village is one of the best decisions
we've made."
- The Johnson Family, Donors
Parents, Mentors & Donors: You Can Make the Difference
Grad Village isn't just for students. Your support helps cover tuition gaps, books, meals, and essentials- giving students the freedom to focus on their future.
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