Business Office | Columbia Law School

Petty Cash

Petty Cash funds may only be used for the following:  

• Necessary and reasonable small business transactions, not exceeding $80.
• Emergency purchases of office supplies costing $80 or less.
• Necessary and reasonable food (such as sandwiches and beverages) brought into the office for business meetings, costing $80 or less.  Expenses for food exceeding $25 must be accompanied by original receipts.
• Local car fare, parking, and tolls. (All airfare, train tickets, and car rentals are to be submitted through travel and expense reports)

Petty Cash cannot be used for:

• Any purchases over $80.
• Reimbursing credit/debit card purchases.
• In-house restaurant dining.

How do I get reimbursed?

Contact Mary Welsh at 212-854-7070 to ensure availability of funds.