Private Organizations

	Private Organizations POs (Private Organizations) are self-sustaining special interest groups, set up by people acting exclusively outside the scope of any official capacity as officers, employees, or agents of the Federal Government. POs are not Federal entities and are not to be treated as such. They operate on Air Force installations with the written consent of the installation commander. Information concerning establishing and operating a PO, the annual oversight requirements, fundraising limitations and more can be found in AFI 34-223 and the Private Organization Guide.
	Unofficial Activities Unofficial activities are small groups of individuals who are not required to be formally established as a PO because their current monthly assets do not exceed a monthly average of $1,000.00 over a 3 month period.
	VAFB Private Organizations If you are interested in becoming a member of a Private Organization here on Vandenberg AFB, contact the Private Organization Monitor at 606-4994 for a list of current POs.
	Resources The information has been prepared for you as an aid while operating as a Private Organization. If questions arise, contact the Vandenberg AFB Private Organization Monitor or the legal office. AFI 34-223 Private Organizations AFI 36-3101 Fundraising 2007 Private Organizations Guide Private Organizations Name Policy Private Organizations Annual Review Requirement Golf Tournament Ethics Frequently Asked Questions List of Do's and Don'ts Sponsorship Single Point of Contact Talking Paper: Fundraising by Air Force Employees Fundraising Form 400 30 SWI 90-101 for use with the Form 400 *Please note that a Form 400 is required for all fundraising activities on Vandenberg AFB as well as events where food will be served. Be prepared; the Form 400 process requires 14 business days for approval.
	Soliciting In accordance with AFI34-223 paragraph 10.15.1, Private Organizations and unofficial activities are prohibited from soliciting on Vandenberg AFB.