How can I get an authorized sponsor to raise money for the BOSS program?

2021-08-12T16:36:32-04:00

What does the Army fundraising regulations say about getting new sponsorship for the post? Or anything that has to do with working with outside organizations to raise money?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 12 at 2021 4:45 PM

2021-08-12T16:45:18-04:00

If I remember correctly from my time in SAMC as a treasurer, you can solicit any outside agency to support your program. However, if you are going to solicit Soldiers for money, or solicit on post, you'll need a legal review.

If you're going to solicit sponsors they will expect some type of advertising in return. A good example is BOSS sets up a 5K run, possibly a fundraiser, you solicit sponsors, the entry fee for the run includes a Tee shirt with the logos of all your sponsors on it. The sponsors get cred and a taxable deduction, your organization gets money and recognition. It's a win win for everyone.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 12 at 2021 5:12 PM

2021-08-12T17:12:13-04:00

AR 600-29: Fundraising within the Department of the Army

https://armypubs.army.mil/epubs/DR_pubs/DR_a/pdf/web/r600_29.pdf

https://dodsoco.ogc.osd.mil/Portals/102/Documents/Deskbook%20Chapters/2020_Fundraising_DB.pdf?ver=2020-06-18-150116-923

r600_29.pdf

Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Aug 12 at 2021 5:42 PM

2021-08-12T17:42:38-04:00

I would be very cautious with this. I have raised funds for an unofficial unit fund. Must units usually have a "Battalion Activity Fund." You can raise money internally. The boss program is usually at a higher level and is already funded. You can't have a private company sponsor a unit. I have see this go badly when there was an investigation. Are you trying to plan an event for a unit level BOSS event?