Collegiate Alliance

Calling the next generation of social impact leaders!

Are you a motivated college student in the US looking to make a global impact?

AIF's unique college program advances the next generation of social impact changemakers by helping them hone their leadership, communication, and community engagement skills.

By partnering with students and universities to establish Collegiate Alliance chapters, members become ambassadors of AIF programs in Public Health, Education, and Livelihoods—while deepening their understanding of international development, advocacy, and philanthropy. Together with AIF, you can establish a Collegiate Alliance (COLA) chapter at your university to drive meaningful change in India today!

What You Need to Start a Collegiate Chapter

A Social Impact Vision

Digital Fundraising Skills

3 Leadership Positions

10 Members (Minimum)

2 In-Person Events (Minimum)

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FAQ

What does an AIF COLA chapter do?

Chapters educate students on volunteerism and philanthropy through on campus events. Working with a network of students across the nation, chapters scale impactful change in India while building skills for their futures through event planning and fundraising.

Why start an AIF chapter at my school?

AIF has dedicated staff who closely collaborate with its college chapters to help them build a strong presence on campus. A staff member from AIF will connect with chapter leadership to provide guidance and resources on event planning and outreach strategies to help achieve fundraising goals.

How do I start my chapter?

Please fill out the AIF COLA Interest Form for your step-by-step guide to setting up a chapter.

What programs can my chapter fundraise for?

COLA Chapters can design and implement fundraising campaigns to support AIF’s overall mission or focus specifically on one of our award-winning programs: Digital Equalizer (DE), Learning and Migration Program (LAMP), Market Aligned Skills Training (MAST), and Maternal and Newborn Survival Initiative (MANSI). We recommend chapters choose a program that aligns with their social impact interests.

Do I need to be approved by advisors at my university?

Yes, AIF requires leadership to connect with the student and campus life center at your institution about becoming a recognized group on campus, in addition to choosing an on-campus advisor.

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