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Teacher Appreciation Week 2026: Themes, Ideas, and How to Celebrate Every Educator on Your Campus

Teacher Appreciation Week 2026 runs May 4-8, with National Teacher Day on Tuesday, May 5. As any PTO or PTA volunteer knows, Teacher Appreciation Week can sneak up fast. Read on for gift ideas, themes, and inspiration to make the week special for all the hard-working teachers in your school community. Teacher Appreciation Week Themes…

HOA contact management

A Treasurer’s Guide to HOA Contact Management

Number-crunching is an important part of an HOA treasurer’s job, but it’s not the only part. HOA treasurers also handle financial communications, like sending dues statements, coordinating contractor payments, and processing homeowner reimbursements.  A contact management system makes this part of the job a lot easier. When we talk about “contacts,” we’re referring to all…

How to run a school or nonprofit food drive

How to run a successful school or nonprofit food drive

In recent years, one in eight Americans has experienced food insecurity, and amid the ongoing government shutdown and uncertainty of SNAP benefits, the problem may soon grow even larger. Food pantries and nonprofits have seen a surge in demand, and many find themselves struggling to meet their community’s needs. As the holidays approach, organizing a…

Fun run fundraisers

50 Fun Run Themes That Go the Extra Mile

Fun runs are one of the most popular ways to raise money, and it’s easy to see why. They’re healthy, community-focused, and fairly straightforward to organize. But let’s be real: after you’ve seen a few fun run fundraisers, they can all start to blur together. A great fun run theme changes all that. In fact,…

A family movie night hosted outdoors

Hosting a Family Night at School? Don’t Forget These Rules

When the PTA president announces plans for a fall family night, all eyes turn to the treasurer to make sure it’s both memorable and financially responsible. Family nights like movie nights, talent shows, ice cream socials, and trunk or treat events are wonderful ways to bring your community together, use or raise funds, and showcase…

Cheerleading Fundraisers

20 Cheerleading Fundraisers That Actually Raise Money

Cheerleading is all about teamwork, spirit, and representing your school or community with pride. But as any squad member, cheer coach, or parent knows, that spirit can come with a hefty price tag. From uniforms and camps to competition and travel fees, a single season can easily run between $700 and $1,000 for new members…

Halloween Fundraisers

10 Fun Halloween Fundraisers for Schools, Teams, and Clubs

Autumn is here, bringing with it pumpkins, costumes, and spooky fun. Fall also ushers in one of the most festive seasons your school, team, or club can tap into: Halloween. With the community already in the spirit of celebrating, a Halloween fundraiser is a great way to bring people together and boost support.  The good…

How to get more volunteers: A woman fills out a clipboard at a volunteer table.

How to Get More Volunteers: 6 Proven Strategies to Find Volunteers for Your Nonprofit

Learning how to get more volunteers is a challenge for nonprofits of all sizes. Whether you need help with your annual fundraiser, social media management, or admin work, building a strong volunteer base is important for sustainable success. If there’s one thing to know about how to recruit volunteers for nonprofits, it’s this: make it…

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How to Run an HOA without a Management Company

Does your HOA need a professional management company to function smoothly? Not necessarily. Many communities successfully manage themselves, saving thousands of dollars in the process. It does take some planning and organization, but benefits like lower costs and stronger community connections may make it worth doing. Here’s how to make self-management work for your HOA.…

Volunteer Certificates

10 Free & Printable Volunteer Appreciation Certificates

National Volunteer Week is coming up. It’s a great opportunity to take a moment to celebrate their incredible contributions to your community. How do you plan to express appreciation to your group’s volunteers? One idea? Give them a volunteer certificate of appreciation. This is a simple, yet meaningful way to recognize their hard work and…