10 Easy Giving Tuesday Fundraising Ideas for Nonprofits
What is Giving Tuesday? It became popular as a hashtag, #GivingTuesday, on social media where people began…
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How do PTAs, PTOs and Other Parent Groups File Taxes?
Parent Group, PTO & PTA Taxes 101 Taxes. If you dislike doing your own personal taxes, you're…
5 Ways to Get More PTA / PTO / Parent Association Volunteers
When you're trying to accomplish big things on behalf of your children, your passion is palpable. You're…
Meet Teri.
Meet Teri. Our 4th Quarter 2019 Most Valuable Volunteer Nominate Someone Teri Lockie is our MVV for…
5 Tips to Make Your Nonprofit Year End Easier
Working with a nonprofit is very rewarding because you get to help others in a meaningful way.…
Sample Lions Club Meeting Agenda
About Lions Lions Club International is the largest service club in the world. Since 1917 (that’s over…
How to Engage Parent Volunteers in New Ways
These days, it's not uncommon for kids to be enrolled in several different activities at the same…
20 Youth Cheerleading Fundraisers That Rock
Youth cheerleading is a great opportunity for kids. It helps young children gain confidence in themselves and…
15 Tips for Managing Volunteers
When it comes to nonprofit success, a key ingredient is the volunteers. And while some organizations have…
Setting Up Recurring Donations on a Shoestring Budget
Do you feel like you’re constantly pestering members and donors for their money? It can be mentally…
Meet Ann.
Ann Bailey is our Most Valuable Volunteer for August 2019. Ann has lived in Clear Lake, Iowa…
Incorporating the School Mascot Into Fundraising Events
Eagles! Wildcats! Bulldogs! No, it’s not the zoo. It’s back to school time. And whether your school…
Sports Leadership & Motivation Quotes for Kids
For coaches of youth sports, it’s easy to see the valuable lessons kids learn through the game.…
Making A Nonprofit Website When Time Is Short
In today’s age, your club needs to have a website. It acts as a hub of information…
How to Review and Amend Your Nonprofit’s Budget
A nonprofit budget is a building block to sound financial management. That said, there are times and…
Printable Rotary Club Meeting Template
Rotary Club meetings are essential for the success of the club. Meetings are typically held weekly and…
7 Fundraising Ideas To Pay For Pricey Uniforms
Summertime is here! That means summer sports which come with those pricey team uniforms. If you are…
Should Your PTA or PTO Run A Facebook Page? Pros & Cons
Should Your PTA or PTO Run A Facebook Page? Pros & Cons Whether you are new to…
Meet Jenn.
Making a difference. Jenn initially started volunteering because she wanted to be involved with her children at…
How to Keep up Good Communication with Parents in the Summer Months
One of the best parts of school is the generous summer break. It’s time to relax and…
Planning Effective Nonprofit Meetings When Spring Fever Kicks In
Planning Effective Nonprofit Meetings When Spring Fever Kicks In When springtime rolls around after a long winter,…
Getting More Volunteers In A Digital Age
Getting More Volunteers In A Digital Age Living in the age of technology has many benefits. So…
5 Ways To Thank Volunteers This National Volunteer Week
National Volunteer Week is coming up! In 2019, National Volunteer Week is April 7-13. As a non-profit…
HOA Transitions: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
HOA transitions are sometimes scary because change is hard! Switching up the HOA board might make you…
Spring Sports Planning For Coaches & Parents
As spring approaches, spring sports come along with it. If you’re new to volunteer coaching, here are…
How To Thank Donors Every Month Of The Year
Donors are crucial to the success of nonprofit organizations, so make it a priority to thank them!…
How To Plan An Effective HOA Board Meeting
You may have been given the task of planning a board meeting for your HOA. This may…
3 Questions HOAs Should Be Able to Answer For Any Member
If you are on the board of a Home Owner’s Association, you are a source of information…
Collecting Dues When Times Are Tough
When your organization or community faces hard times, you may feel uncomfortable collecting dues from your members.…
Thanking Donors in Today’s World
[caption id="attachment_11585" align="alignright" width="450"] Traditional thank you cards are great, but there are other ways to thank…
Ring in the New Year by Preparing for Change with Your School Group
Even though the new year doesn't mark the start of a new school year, it's still a…
Ideas for a Successful Movie Night at School
School movie nights are fun for everyone. They create a great sense of community, and students really…
How to Maximize Booster Club Fundraising
Booster Clubs can be tremendously supportive of their activities, programs or sports. That said, there are a…
Avoiding Booster Club Member Burnout
A Booster Club's main job is to support school activities, but how do you keep your members…
Making Sure your Nonprofit Organization is Compliant
Making sure that your nonprofit organization is compliant might seem like a snooze fest, however, compliance is…
Fundraising ROI: How to Measure Success, Not Just According to the Books
While fundraisers are about making money, there can be other successes besides the bottom line. Here we…
RAOK: How to Commit to one Random Act of Kindness this Week
We could all use a little more kindness in our lives. One way of achieving that is…
Filling the Volunteer Void: How to Manage Your Group When Help is Short
You might have a great group of volunteers only to find out that when you really need…
How to Make Your First Nonprofit Meeting a Success
There is no getting around it, nonprofit groups have a lot of meetings. Activities like fundraising and…
10 Hot Silent Auction Items that Sell
You want to have the hottest auction in town. After all, a great fundraiser is not only…