Funding

 

It is important to maintain and receive funding for your SD program.  As an organization, you will need money for: Moderator Training, Kick-Off Dinner, advertising, action projects, the Annual SDCN conference, food for group meetings (optional), SD-wide social activities (optional), room reservation fees, and more. Depending on your school, becoming an official student organization may be the best method for securing a yearly budget.  Administrative and departmental funds are also great sources. Having administrative support and backing can also bring opportunities for networking with valuable donors. Fundraising is a fun way to obtain extra donations as  well. Several campuses also apply for grants to award them either for excellent service to the community, or for special requests to help fund SD students to attend the Annual Conference. It is very important to express gratitude and maintain good rapport with your sponsors in order to secure a lasting fiscal foundation.

 

 

 

Important Point: Remember to ALWAYS write thank-you notes and try and maintain a good rapport with your funders!!

 

Resources: Sample Funding Letter, Sample Budget (.xls) for an SD Program, Sample Thank You