Fundraising for RSOs & Sport Clubs

The Games Area is going cashless. Starting Tuesday, September 8, we will accept card payments only.

Fundraise at the Games Area

Host a fundraising night at the Games Area for your Registered Student Organization (RSO) or Sport Club! These public events are a great way to promote and highlight your group, engage with the campus community, and generate funds. RSOs and Sport Clubs receive 15% of revenue generated from 6:00 PM to close. 

Complete the Fundraiser interest form at least two weeks in advance. Applicants are then contacted to schedule a meeting with the Games Area Manager to review parameters, solidify plans and arrange logistics to make your event a success! 

Make the event your own!

RSOs and Sport Clubs can personalize the Games Area experience by:

  • Setting your own music playlist
  • Hosting custom games and activities

Requirements & Eligibility

To participate and receive funds, organizations must meet the following criteria:

  • Submit Interest Form: Complete the Fundraiser Interest form at least two weeks in advance.
  • Confirmation Email: You'll receive an email with details on marketing, lane reservations and logistics.
  • Promote Your Event: Actively promote your fundraiser at least 1 week in advance, using UC Davis accessibility standards for social media.  
    • Tag @ucdavisgamesarea on Instagram. Share it to your stories and DM us with the post.
    • Additional outreach via flyers, email, tabling, and social media is strongly encouraged.
    • Note: Funds will not be released until marketing materials are verified by Games Area staff.
  • Attendance: 
    • Invite a minimum of 25 people to the event.  Note in the Fundraiser Interest Form if you'd like to reserve bowling lanes for your group $30/hr plus shoes. 
    • Staff the promotional table for the first two hours during the Fundraiser to share information about your club. 
  • Frequency: Groups may host up to two fundraising events per quarter (maximum of 6 per academic year).

Payout Information

  • Account Setup: Provide an agency account number to accommodate the transfer of funds. RSOs must be Track 3 or Track 4 to receive funds.
  • Transfer Schedule: Funds are typically deposited into your agency account by the end of the month that follows your event (e.g if your event is in April, then funds would be available by the end of May).
  • Claiming Funds: For detailed instructions on accessing your funds, visit the Center for Student Involvement (CSI) Website.

Important Note: Games Area fundraisers are public events meant to showcase your student organization. They are not an exclusive reservation of the Games Area facility.