What are examples of informal funds that are authorized?

• A. Travel, relocation, and housing funds
• B. Emergency medical and disaster relief funds
• C. Office coffee, cup and flower, and annual picnic funds
• D. Training and development funds

Answer: (C)

Informal funds are unit-level morale, welfare, and recreation resources authorized for modest, nonofficial activities that boost troop welfare, funded by small voluntary contributions or commander-approved amounts. They’re not part of official government funds and are used for simple, everyday improvements that benefit the whole unit. A classic example is funding for the office coffee and supplies, small items like cups and flowers, and the annual unit picnic. These funds are intended to support morale and camaraderie, not personal gain or official programs.

Travel, relocation, and housing funds are official allowances tied to personnel moves and housing benefits. Emergency medical and disaster relief funds come from a dedicated relief program (Army Emergency Relief) to assist with emergencies, not informal morale activities. Training and development funds are designated for formal educational and professional development, managed through official channels. So the office coffee, cups and flower, and annual picnic funds best illustrate authorized informal funds.