Founders is a tight-knit community of entrepreneurs, investors and tech leaders committed to developing the world's most innovative student programs.
JOIN FOUNDERS
Join Founders
Glad you’re interested in joining Founders! Schedule a call with director Chris Crittenden to get started.
As a Founder, you will get special invitations to our annual Conference, our Founders Socials, and our international Retreat (for Founders Core members).
Our Founders contribute a minimum of $5K per year to support our programs and maintain their membership.
Thank you for making Creators and our programs possible!
Make one-on-one impact by joining our Slack mentorship community and help bright, eager students build businesses and/or develop skills and experience in tech.
Be as little or as deeply involved as you’d like!
Mentorship
Teaching
Between teaching in a lecture series, guest-speaking in a Sandbox class, or taking students out for small-group dinners, we’ve got hundreds of opportunities for you to share the things you wish you knew as a student.
Teaching
EIRs
Entrepreneurs-in-Residence sponsor and take ownership for the success of an individual Sandbox team. Sandbox wouldn’t be possible without them.
Our Founders contribute a minimum of $5000 each year to maintain their membership. Founders who’ve reached $20K in lifetime giving become part of the Founders Core for an invitation to the yearly Founders Retreat abroad.
JOIN FOUNDERS
Join Founders
Glad you’re interested in joining Founders! Schedule a call with director Chris Crittenden to get started.
As a Founder, you will get special invitations to our annual Conference, our Founders Socials, and our international Retreat (for Founders Core members).
Our Founders contribute a minimum of $5K per year to support our programs and maintain their membership.
Thank you for making Creators and our programs possible!
FAQS
Email Chris at chris.crittenden@byu.edu with additional questions
Do I need to donate annually to maintain my Founders membership?
Yes, each of our Founders donate a minimum of $5K annually to maintain their membership. We, and our students, appreciate your generous contributions!
How do I become part of the Founders Core?
Founders who’ve reached $20K in lifetime giving become part of the Founders Core.
What are my donations used for?
Your donations go straight toward our students through Creators, Sandbox, Seed, etc. We couldn't do it without you!
What if I want to sponsor a specific program?
Contact Chris at chris.crittenden@byu.edu to chat about your options.
When is my donation due?
All contributions must be received by December of the year previous to renewing your membership.
Example: Donate by December 2021 to renew your membership for 2022.
Do I have to pay the same amount each year?
No, you can contribute whatever sum you'd like, at a minimum of $5K per year to renew your membership.
