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Many student organizations fundraise to supplement their RSO operations fund or support special projects and events. Additionally, RSOs often participate in volunteer and service programs where they raise money or collect items to donate to a cause.
Student organizations that wish to use campus space to fundraise must seek approval from the Center for Student Involvement and follow campus policies, which are explained below.
Fundraising Definition
Fundraising occurs any time a Registered Student Organization collects money or items, either to fund their own operations or to help an identified cause. Fundraising can include donations of money or items, the sale of items or food, or charging a registration or admission fee. In all cases, campus policies must be followed.
Fundraising Policies & Guidelines
The policies and guidelines that RSOs must follow when fundraising are based on the type of fundraising. Choose from the options below to learn more about each fundraising type and the respective policies that must be followed.
- Charging Admission/Registration Fee to an Event: Examples include having a ticket price for an event, requiring someone to pay to attend an event, etc.
- Donation Bin/Box on Campus: Example includes placing a box on campus to collect canned food to donate to a cause/organization.
- Food/Item Sales: Examples include bake/food sales where you are selling pre-made items, etc.
Fundraising Request Form
All RSO events or fundraisers that meet the fundraising criteria must complete an RSO Fundraising Request. This form must be reviewed and approved by the Center for Student Involvement before any fundraising can begin. Please submit this form well in advance of your donation timeline to ensure there is enough time for review, questions, and approval. Late submissions may not be reviewed in time.
