Rose Float

Support the Cal Poly Rose Float and be a part of something truly extraordinary!

Cal Poly Rose Float is a proud tradition of student innovation, teamwork and excellence shared by Cal Poly Pomona and Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. On January 1, 2026, the student built float Jungle Jumpstart earned the prestigious Sweepstakes Trophy at the Rose Parade, the highest honor recognizing outstanding design, floral presentation and entertainment. Since 1949, students from both campuses have designed, built, financed and decorated the float year round, earning 61 awards while competing against professional builders with far larger budgets.

Your support helps students continue this remarkable legacy of learn by doing through hands on experience in design, construction, operations and decorations. Donations fuel materials, technology and preparation that allow students to innovate, collaborate and represent Cal Poly with pride on a global stage. Give today and help power creativity, tradition and excellence at the Rose Parade.


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Rose Float Donor Challenge
Thanks to Penny & Vince Fraumeni, when 25 donors make a gift to Rose Float, $500 will be unlocked!
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Most Dollars Challenge
The causes with the most dollars raised (excluding match and challenge funds) will receive bonus funds! 1st place $1,500, 2nd $1,000 and 3rd $500.
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Most Donors Challenge
The causes with the most unique donors receive bonus funds! 1st place $1,500, 2nd place $1,000 and 3rd place $500.
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Alumni Decade Boost
One randomly selected CPP alum from each decade will have their donation boosted by $200. (Donation must be made by 8 p.m. PT on March 19 to be eligible.)
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Giving Glow Up
Four CPP student donations will be randomly selected and given a $100 glow-up to make their impact shine! (Donation must be made by 8 p.m. PT on March 19 to be eligible.)
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Kick-off Match
Starting at 9 a.m. PT on March 18, donations will be matched dollar for dollar up to $5,000 until funds run out. Eligible for gifts between $5 - $1,000.
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Power of $25
One donation of $25 or more made will be randomly selected and given a $1,000 boost! (Donation must be made by 8 p.m. PT on March 18 to be eligible.)
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Professor Power-Up
A CPP faculty member's donation will randomly selected and powered up by $500! (Donation must be made by 8 p.m. PT on March 19 to be eligible.)
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Staff Supercharge
A CPP staff member's donation will be randomly selected and supercharged with $500! (Donation must be made by 8 p.m. PT on March 19 to be eligible.)
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