Operational Funds
Every year, the SSI's operating budget funds the employment of a dozen students, the upkeep of the OSU Student Sustainability Center, the planning and execution of every SSI-sponsored project, event, and campaign, and much more. While none of these funds are directly available for students, faculty, staff, or community members to tap into, they are indirectly available through the prioritization of activities and programs each year. If you would like to see the SSI putting more time, money, or energy into a specific goal or program, please contact the appropriate staff member.
If you find yourself wondering where the funds go, the table below (a simplified version of the FY12 operating budget) may help clear some things up.
| Budget Category | Amount |
| Salary | $61,963 |
| OPE | $1,000 |
| Advertising | $8,044 |
| Operating Supplies | $2,000 |
| Minor Equipment | $500 |
| Utilities & Maintenance | $3,000 |
| Events & Projects | $19,421 |
| Assessment & Overhead | $8,044 |
| Staff Training | $5,000 |
| TOTAL | $108,472 |
A detailed budget for every fiscal year is available on the Annual Budget page.
