Make a Gift
Support SDSU Entrepreneurship
Because of the generosity of donors, ZIP Launchpad facilities and support are provided to ZIP Launchpad teams for free. The ZIP Launchpad relies on private donations to ensure that future generations of SDSU students, faculty, and staff will have the opportunity to develop their entrepreneurial ideas into businesses.
If you would like to make a gift to support the ZIP Launchpad, you can do so using the link below. You can also reach out to Alli Howard to discuss ways to make an even bigger impact through your philanthropic support.
Your generosity makes our work possible. Thank you!
SDSU Aztec Cooperative Fund
The Aztec Cooperative Fund provides paid internships for SDSU students to work with early-stage startups in the ZIP Launchpad. It was designed to give students hands-on experience while helping founders fill skill gaps and “test-drive” potential team members, reducing the risk of early hires and accelerating venture growth.
Donations to the Aztec Cooperative Fund are tax-deductible.
Seed Fund
The Seed Fund is a donor-supported fund that helps SDSU founders turn their ideas
into operational businesses. ZIP Launchpad participants can apply for up to $5,000
in funding to cover real startup costs, like product development, manufacturing, and
marketing. Contribute to the Seed Fund today to have a direct impact on SDSU founders
and their startups!
Donations to the Seed Fund are tax-deductible and gifts made by December 31, 2025
will be matched by the Zahn family dollar-for-dollar up to $50,000.
Alli Howard
Assistant Director of Development, Fowler College of Business & ZIP Launchpad
