Endorsement: When La Raza
supports an event by lending you our name in exchange for publicizing
the event. (ie distributing pamphlets, emailing constituents,
volunteering to help out (without giving money).
Co-sponsorship: When La
Raza agrees to pay for a specific part of the event brought it by an
RSO or department, which is outlined in the budget proposal for the
event. Typically there are limits on the amount of money that can be
given out because it is not a commission-originated event.
Co-Production: when La
Raza comes up with an event and works with other groups to make it
possible. In this case, since it is a commission-originated event,
there are no restriction on how much can be spent.
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RSO Fundraising
Student Activities
and Union Facilities (SAUF): Student Activities and Union Facilities has monies
available to RSOs. See your SAO advisor to find out more.
Hec Ed Fundraising: The Hec Edmundson Pavilion allows RSOs to
fundraise by working parking services or selling concessions during sporting events. See their website for more info.
General Fundraising: When considering fundraising, keep these
rules in mind
Funding Resources
Bookstore discount: All RSOs get a 10% discount on supplies at the
University Bookstore. Also, if your RSo request far enough in advance, the bookstore can donate gift certificates
for education-based fundraising events.
UW Surplus: All excess university equiptment goes to UW surplus, where it can be viewed online before it is auctioned off.
This is a low cost resource for students.
UW
Alumni Association: The UW Alumni Association has RSO grants it gives
out three times a year. The deadline falls once each quarter. For more info, visit their website.
ASUW Special Appropriations Committee: This is a committee set
up by ASUW to ensure diverse and relevant student programming, which is also a powerful resource for student groups.
If your group has gotten previous funding for an event, it's advised to bring data and mention this. If not,
don't worry, there's always a first time.
UW Tech FeeCommittee: This is a committee set up by the
UW to ensure non-academic student technology needs are met, resources are well spent and students have access to
technologies purchased by the UW. If you have a suggestions for technology needs, feel free to submit a proposal.
ASUWGeneral Fund: For ASUW entity use only. The purpose is to ensure
programs are able to accomplish their goals and if an entity is short they may request additional funding from the
general fund.
Ethnic Cultural Center
(ECC): The Ethnic Cultural Center supports many programs which educate people about other cultures, which also
empowers students and encourage them to recognize their heritage.
Student Resource Center: All RSOs have free access
to the resource center, which has free RSO printing, rents tables, canopies, has poster making software and printing
capabities. They are located in the subbasement of the HUB.
