CARL Program Planning Manual


Part V. FINANCIAL REPORTING

List the name of each person who has issued a check to CARL or the persons for whom checks have been issued by institution or persons. If an institution or person pays for several persons, indicate each person's name. If cash is submitted, substitute your own personal check for the cash.

Itemize separate amounts, as well as total amount of the check, e.g., Libby Librarian paid $20 ($10 - luncheon, $10 - ACRL only membership dues). Include date money/checks were received. Indicate total amount enclosed in the envelope sent to the Treasurer, i.e.,

Provide complete information about program expenses on the Program Financial Summary form.

Submit all forms promptly to the Secretary/Treasurer, within two weeks after the program if possible. Indicate any time requirements as well as names and addresses for payment of bills to individuals or institutions. If an event is postponed or canceled, send a brief statement of revenues and expenses.

Indicate the various revenue and disbursement categories, such as specific membership dues, printing, mailing labels, luncheon/dinner meeting, programs, postage, office expenses, donations, travel, etc. This will make the budget useful as a planning and operating tool.

When an event /meeting/meal/program is co-sponsored with one or more organizations, indicate to the Secretary/Treasurer the extent of CARL sponsorship, to which organizations the check/registrations are payable, and level or percentage of revenue and/or profit CARL will be allocated which has been agreed upon in advance. All arrangements for program co-sponsorship must have the prior approval of the appropriate regional Vice President.

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