<p><strong>What is Catapult?</strong><br />
	Catapult is a crowdfunding site for supporting projects that improve the lives of girls and women. Organizations that work to do just that can use Catapult to post projects in need of funding, so anyone in the world can donate funds to launch the project. Learn more about Catapult here.</p>
<p><strong>Who can become a Catapult partner?</strong><br />
	Any charitable or nonprofit organization with programs or activities focused on improving the lives of girls and women can apply. E-mail us to see how to become Catapult partner.</p>
<p><strong>What happens once we submit an application?</strong><br />
	Catapult takes several days to review the application. Once its been reviewed and approved, you are allowed to access project pages where you can easily input descriptions, photos, and videos to tell your project’s story.</p>
<p><strong>Do partners get any help is making their project page?</strong><br />
	Yes, you can contact our programs team at any time to get help. Plus, we’ve designed the platform to help you tell your story. It is our job to make sure the right donors hear it. This means that we need to work together to present projects with the right clarity, detail, context, and energy. We believe the power of language can help any donor understand what you’re about, what you’re trying to do, and why you need to be supported.</p>
<p><strong>Are there any fees for posting projects on Catapult?</strong><br />
	No, the partner never has to pay to apply or post projects. Catapult won’t retain fees from any donation for a project, unless a donor voluntarily says so.</p>
<p><strong>Can partners raise money for operations?</strong><br />
	Partners can include operating or administrative costs in their project budgets. These can include the costs of running your office or managing your staff and operations.</p>
<p><strong>What’s the maximum number of projects that a partner can have on Catapult?</strong><br />
	Right now, you can have up to 10 active projects at one time. Before deciding on the number of projects to post, make sure to understand Catapult’s reporting requirements so your staff can give the required updates to donors.</p>
<p><strong>Do I have to give donors updates on how my project is doing?</strong><br />
	Yes, reporting is a critical part of being a Catapult partner. You’re welcome to report as often as you’d like on the progress of your project, but at the very least, you’ll need to submit three updates: (1) a photo thank you when you hit your fundraising goal, (2) an update 90 days after funds are disbursed to you, and (3) one year after getting the funds.</p>
<p><strong>I’m new to crowdfunding; can I get advice from Catapult?</strong><br />
	Yes—just e-mail program managers Rati <a href="mailto:rati@catapult.org">(rati@catapult.org)</a> and Sue<a href="mailto:sue@catapult.org"> (sue@catapult.org)</a> and they’ll give you all the advice you can handle!</p>
