Can a department use State funds to buy promotional items with the name of the academic department? Yes, as long as: Each item purchased is at a minimal value (under $1 each), and Items meet the promotional item business purpose. Read more: Spending Guidelines, Chapter 3: Promotional Items Updated on May 18, 2023 Tagged: GiveawaysPromotional Itemspending guidelinesstate fundst-shirttshirt Was this article helpful? Yes No Need Support?Can't find the answer you're looking for?Contact Support