If something is prohibited by California State University (CSU) regulations, can it be approved and handled through the Cal Poly Pomona Foundation, Inc?
In most cases, if CSU regulations do not allow it, it would not be allowed by the CPPF. Title 5 requires auxiliary organizations, such as the Foundation, to follow CSU policies and regulations even though the Foundation is a separate entity from the University. For example, expenditures made through Foundation discretionary accounts must show evidence of supporting the educational mission of the University and all applicable laws; regulations and policies must be adhered to in business transactions. The Foundation does provide flexibility, speed of transactions, special accounts and services and expertise and resources not available elsewhere.
