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FINANCES
Funding
Purdue student activities & organizations are not funded through a University-wide activities fee. Only the Purdue Student Government receives a direct subsidy from the University budget. Most student organizations are funded through membership dues and/or fund-raising activities. Other funding options are listed below:
FSBIT
The purpose of FSBIT is to provide limited, one-time financial support to recognized student organizations pursuing worthy projects for which there are no other funds. Click here for more information & for an application.
Grand Alternative
With support from the Coalition for a Drug-Free Tippecanoe County, the Office of the Dean of Students is able to award "mini-grants" to organizations on campus. These "mini-grants" help offset the costs of hosting the substance-free events during Grand Prix Week. Click here for more information on Grand Alternative.
Co-Sponsorships
Organizations can possibly co-sponsorship with another organization such as Purdue Student Government or Purdue Student Union Board.
Coca-Cola Support
Student organizations can request support from Coca-Cola for programs. Student organizations should request funding, banners, product, or other support in writing a minimum of 4 weeks in advance of the event. The following information should be included in the written request:
Name of Student Organization
Contact information for officer
Name, date, location, and purpose of event (What is the event? When is it? Where is it? For whom is the event being held? Why is the event being held? How would the participation of Coca-Cola benefit all involved?)
Specific request of Coca-Cola (sponsorship, product donation, other donation)
Number of participants (both members of the group, other students, and community)
The written request should be mailed or faxed directly to Dan Artis, General Manager (no phone call requests).
To: Dan Artis, General Manager
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Attention: Donations
830 North 6th Street
Lafayette, IN 47904-1803
Fax: (765) 742-0307
Community Service Student Grant Program
The Community Service Student Grant Program, facilitated by the Office of Engagement, provides grants to Purdue students or student organizations for community service projects. Applications for the Fall semester are due in the Office of Engagement for the Spring semester on or before February 1 2008 . Applications received after the above deadlines will be considered for the following semester if funds are available.Grant amounts range from $100-$1500. Contact Cheryl Butz (765) 494-9095 in the Office of Engagement for more information.
Indiana Campus Compact Community Service Mini-Grants
The Community Service Mini-Grant program offers students the opportunity to gain funding for service projects designed in collaboration with community organizations to meet real community needs. $100-$1000 is awarded for project supplies, materials, and some transportation and food costs. Applications are considered on a rolling basis and are due the 15th of each month.
Sure-Fire Fundraisers
Tired of bake sales and car washes? Here are some helpful hints regarding making a fundraiser a huge success. Student organizations should plan their fundraisers much like any other event or program. Meaning: it takes planning! Follow these rules for sure-fire fundraisers:
- Develop a budget - It's crucial to know how much is needed to raise.
- Set a fund-raising goal - Be realistic!
- Explain your cause - Many people will buy the product/service, just for the cause!
- Try to get it for nothing - Ask merchants to donate items to your group. The less spent on merchandise, the greater the profit!
- If you can't get it for nothing, get it for cost - Ask about purchasing items wholesale and be sure to use Purdue's tax exemption number for purchases.
- Make sure the activity is worth the effort - Any fundraiser should be cost-effective, considering how much time and energy was put in it and how much money is needed to be raised. Keep in mind how the activity will be received on campus.
- Involve as many individuals as possible - Fundraisers are not just for presidents and treasurers to do. It is important to get others excited about the activity and have a sense of ownership to it.
- Choose the right idea - Along with Rule No. 6, it is important to select an activity that will work for your group. Sometimes doing several small projects yields greater results than one large project.
- Be organized - Planning is key to any successful event. Be sure to have a plan of action, including a timeline of when things should get done, and designate the work to other organization members.
- Be creative - Remember many clubs have come before you to raise money. If you develop an activity that is unique, it will spark energy in your members and people will remember you!
- Publicize the fundraiser - Effective publicity is crucial to an event's success and attracting a variety of people. Please refer to Promotional Resurces.
- Evaluate - Keeping track of what worked well and what did not work well will ensure a quality event worth repeating. Keeping good records will give the new officers a "To Do" list to continue any successful fundraisers from the previous leadership.
- Say Thank You - Please do not forget to thank all those who helped with the activity!
Fundraising Ideas (Note: All fundraising must be first approved by the SAO and BOSO offices to proceed)
- Babysitting services for faculty/staff
- Lawn care/clean up services for faculty/staff
- Host a sports tournament
- Sell concessions at campus sporting events
- Gift wrapping service during the holidays
- Sell holiday trees/wreaths
- Sell flowers/plants during Valentine's Day, Secretary's Week, Mom's Weekend, Commencement
- Co-sponsor events with other organizations
- Sponsor a dance
- Offer "odd-jobs" services
- Gather pledges for marathons: trash-a-thon, bowl-a-thon, Stairmaster-a-thon, etc.
- Deliver groceries
- Sponsor a cookout, e.g., chili, spaghetti, pancake breakfast, ice cream social
- Solicit "TLC packages" or "survivor kits" to parents
- Kids face painting at athletic events
- Stadium clean-up after football games
Sources:
Redwine, B. & S., (1994, December). A quick study in fund-raising ideas, Campus Activities Programming, 27, 6, 50-52.
Van Roekel, A., (2000, May). Easy tips for successful fund-raising, Campus Activities Programming, 33, 1, 45-47.
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