Fundraising Policy

WPO 5.10-2 Fundraising Policy (Op5.12-2)

A fundraiser is defined as any activity or event where funds are received, including both sales and the acceptance of donations, regardless of where the money ultimately goes. Fund raising projects must be lawful and conducted in compliance to University rules. Missouri state law prohibits raffles, Bingo, poker tournaments, and lotteries except within specific parameters involving sales promotions which are strictly regulated. Specific questions regarding a fundraising event potentially involving a raffle or lottery should be directed to the Office of University Advancement.

Fundraisers by University departments and recognized student organizations are allowed. Student groups wishing to sell items or promote themselves are encouraged to make use of the designated space in the Carol Silvey Student Union in Hass-Darr Hall. In order for student organizations to conduct a fundraiser, they must complete and submit the Student Organization Program Form for review at least two weeks in advance.  The form will be reviewed by the Office of Student Life and Development and Office of University Advancement.

With the exception of bake sales and yard sales, anytime a student organization sells items, sales tax must be collected and turned into the Business Office. The sales tax will then be remitted to the state. If item(s) were donated to your organization to sell or received as a gift, student organizations must report the individual’s contact information and item(s) received to the Office of Development. If the gift was monetary, the student organization must fill out a Report of Money Received form, with advisor’s signature, and submit to the Business Office for the money to be deposited into the account.

Line of Authority

Responsible administrator and office: Vice Chancellor of Student Services

Contact person in that office: Coordinator of Student Life and Development

Effective Date

Chancellor Approval: