Planning to host a large听or small-scale event? Events are on-campus activities which engage the broader CU Boulder community. Events should align with a student organization鈥檚 mission and demonstrate elements of education, outreach or community enrichment.

Common event needs are listed below, but funding is not restricted to these items. See event policies听补苍诲 how to plan an event听for more information.

Types of events

  • Activism
  • Competition
  • On-campus conference
  • Cultural
  • Educational
  • Films
  • Guest speakers
  • Outreach
  • Performers
  • Shows (comedy, dance, fashion, performance, musical, showcase, etc.)
  • Workshops

What can be funded听

  • Advertising materials to advertise the event, including:
    • Posters
    • Flyers
    • Banners
  • Costumes
  • Decorations
  • Equipment rental
  • Event supplies
  • Food for events
  • Marketing
    • On-campus
    • Social media
  • Payments for performers, speakers, lecturers
  • Photo booth
  • Props
  • Security
  • Space reservations

What cannot be funded听

  • Events not free and open to all CU Boulder students
  • Fundraising for charities, non-profits, third parties and student organizations
  • Reimbursements for purchases made prior to funding being approved