RSO Fundraising

Below are lists of different types of fundraisers. We will continue to develop and update this list as we learn of more similar fundraisers that organizations can host to raise money for their RSOs.

This list is provided for informational purposes only. It does not constitute endorsement or support by Michigan State University of these websites or of the products or services contained therein.

  • Restaurants

     

    The below restaurants all have a store within the Lansing/East Lansing area

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  • On-Campus Fundraisers

    Football Season Fundraiser

    The MSU Department of Police and Public Safety is looking to hire organizations to assist with parking at the MSU Home football games. They are seeking adults 16 years of age and older to work an average shift of 8 hours each home football game. Your organization/group will receive a deposit into your Club University Account (or a check if not an affiliated MSU organization) at the end of the season for total hours worked; for each adult working member of your group. Below is a list of this year’s home game schedule. Attached are the requirements and forms to be filled out and returned if you are interested to reserve your groups’ commitment for the season

     Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

    • Review passes for lot admittance
    • Provide parking transactions
    • Directing traffic
    • Assisting with customer service
    • Working at an assigned station
    • General customer service
    • Monitor lots

     

    Home Football Games:

    • September 2 vs Western Michigan
    • September 10 vs Akron
    • September 24 vs Minnesota
    • October 8 vs Ohio State
    • October 15 vs Wisconsin
    • November 12 vs Rutgers
    • November 19 vs Indiana

    Click here for a copy of the 2022 Guidelines

    For more information please contact Kari Jenkins: jenksk@police.msu.edu AND Steve Grice: grices@police.msu.edu.

     

    MSU Athletics 50/50 Fundraiser

    MSU Athletics holds 50/50 raffles at select home events (Football, Men’s & Women’s Basketball, Hockey) throughout the school year. We are looking for groups who would be willing to sell tickets at these events, and in return we will provide a donation to your group. The donation amount ranges from $50-$100 per volunteer depending on the event worked. All training will take place at the event, so all you need to do is sign up and show up with a positive attitude! Once you are done selling, volunteers are more than welcome to stay and watch the rest of the game. Groups have the flexibility to pick and choose the events they want and the number of volunteers they would like to provide. If your group is interested in an easy, fun fundraiser contact Bonnie Kapushinski at kapushin@ath.msu.edu for more information.

     

    MSU Concessions Fundraiser

    This provides opportunity for your organization to earn money at a variety of sports and entertainment events. Many current non-profit organizations have been in a successful partnership with MSU Concessions for more than 35 years.

    Eligibility: MSU Concessions evaluates applications based on motivation, enthusiasm and commitment of your organization. The goals of your organization must be well defined and of a long-term nature. The service group must have strong and commited leadership of two to four managers. Your organization must have a non-profit tax identification number in order to work at any of our venues which include: Spartan Stadium, Munn Ice Arena, Breslin Student Events Center, the Ag Pavilion and Jenison Fieldhouse. All volunteers must be at least 16 years old and supervised by adults.

    Benefits: By joining MSU Concessions, your organization will have the following benefits:

    • Fun events to draw your membership to work
    • Consistent fundraising opportunities each year with more than 430 events annually
    • Earn 10-15% commission on net sales with a base guarantee for events worked
    • Potential long-term relationship with a highly visible department of the MSU community
    • Online reporting of events worked to view your group results in a timely manner
    • Free pretzel or hot dog at each event per volunteer
    • Free parking for groups - car pooling is encouraged

    Fill out an application online, and our Service Group Coordinator will be in touch to follow up and answer your questions: https://concessions.rhs.msu.edu/service/eventapp

    For more information: https://concessions.rhs.msu.edu/service-groups

    Please note that you must be a Tax Exempt RSO. You can find out how to become tax exempt in the RSO Handbook under the financial information section. 

Updated 31 May 2022

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