This page is meant only as a brief overview of information on the Fundraising page of the Official Handbook. The information on this page should not be considered official.

Fundraising is one of the best ways to make your group self-sufficient while gaining valuable experience for the participating members. However, it's critical that all fundraising activities follow all University policies and procedures in addition to local, state, and federal laws. When planning a fundraiser, always keep the following in mind:

• Activities conducted by student groups using University facilities must not interfere with orderly University operation.
• Fundraising activities involving the sale of goods, must apply for a Sales and Fundraising Permit in the Student Activities Office.
• Vendors sponsored by student groups are restricted to designated areas in Coffman Memorial Union and the St. Paul Student Center and must abide by policies and procedures defined by those facilities and/or their responsible administrator(s).
• Fundraising activities shall not be conducted in classrooms, campus offices, residential facilities, and/or other University buildings, except with the express consent of the instructor or appropriate administrator.
• Fundraising activities involving food must comply with the Policy for Serving Food or Refreshments on University Property in Association with Meetings, Social Gatherings, and Special Events; including filing all necessary permits with the Department of Environment Health and Safety. Baked Food Sales can occur once/semester/group.
• The name of the sponsoring student or student group must appear prominently in all advertising and other communications connected with the fundraising effort.
• Please see the Official Handbook's Fundraising page for more information about taxes and raffles.