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Independent RSO Funding

The Independent Registered Student Organization (RSO) Fund is for independent student organizations to request financial support for programs/travel that are beneficial to the student body at large. Funds will be distributed for the cultural, recreational, cocurricular, entertainment, and artistic needs of Illinois State University students. Please review the Independent RSO Fund Guidelines for complete policies/procedures.

Independent RSO Funds will be allocated in the spring for programs/travel that occur the following academic year (Program Fund). Any additional available funds will be allocated in the fall for that current academic year (Opportunity Fund).

Accessing Allocated Funds

RSOs that receive funding through the Fee Board must have a student leader and advisor meet with the RSO Financial Associate in the Student Activities office to review the Independent Purchasing Guide and complete necessary account paperwork.

Changes to Funding Allocations

RSOs that received funding and desire to move money from one line item to another must submit a Change in Allocation form prior to making purchases or confirming arrangements with a vendor. A Revised Line Item Budget must be uploaded within the form. The change must be approved by the Fee Board.

Forms and Resources

Contracts

Contracts serve as agreements for payment between the registered student organization (RSO) and a third-party (DJ, speaker, vendor, etc.).

Independent student organizations who are using either student fees granted through Program or Opportunity Funds and/or their own funds for an event can utilize this contract if the vendor with whom they are working cannot provide one.