Undergraduate Student Group Funding FAQs
What is a FOAPAL and how do I use it?
A FOAPAL is a number that records all financial transactions made by clubs, organizations, or any other offices within the University of Notre Dame. With this number, you will be able to use the money allocated to your student group. Any transactions you make on behalf of your group, including purchases, ordering food, or ordering online, should go through Heather Legault, the Student Union Bookkeeper.
How do I submit a reimbursement request?
To submit a reimbursement request, complete the Reimbursement Request Form. If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Heather Legault, the Student Union Bookkeeper, or visit SAO in 315 LaFortune Student Center.
How do I make deposits to my club’s account?
Deposits to student group accounts follow a two-step process for which you will find the instructions and the student group deposit slips at the Club Resource Center (CRC) on the 3rd floor of LaFortune Student Center. When you are ready to make your deposit and visit the CRC, be sure to bring the cash and/or checks you’re depositing, your group's FOAPAL information, and your NetID and password to access your group’s Financial Toolkit through insideND.
How can my group receive donations?
All donations MUST be sent to Development - Donor Services, 1100 Grace Hall. This ensures proper acknowledgment for the donor at tax time. This is ONLY if the donor receives nothing in return. Donations can be made directly through htts://giving.nd.edu via credit card.
Are there any restrictions on how I spend my money?
There are certain guidelines, set by the Financial Management Board and the Club Coordination Council, that guide how your allocated funds can be spent. The first one relates to how much money you spend on your event. If your event or item purchased costs more than $5,000, the FMB will need to approve the expenditure. Complete this form and email it to FMB at least two weeks before your event.
