Community & Engagement

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15 Printable, Free Volunteer Thank You Cards Featuring Volunteer Appreciation Quotes

We’re all about sharing the love this year, whether it’s for donors, members, students or volunteers. There have been some sage words of wisdom about volunteers over the years, so why reinvent the wheel when it comes to thanking them for their service? Send one of these free, inspirational volunteer appreciation quotes to volunteers the…

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15 Family Fun Night Ideas that are Actually Fun!

Parent groups like PTAs and PTOs are many things, including an amazing way for local families to create connections they might not have otherwise had. They also serve as inspiration to families, often promoting ways families can spend time together. The key to having a successful parent group that people are excited to be a…

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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 working with the principal, staff, school board and parents to help bridge the gap between home and school. That’s no small task. And we don’t need to tell you that research shows parental involvement leads to higher test…

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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 time. For parents, that means filling the role of shuttle driver on top of #1 fan. Add to this the opportunities parents have to volunteer, and things can get a bit hectic. Whether you manage a kids team,…

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Sports Leadership & Motivation Quotes for Kids

For coaches of youth sports, it’s easy to see the valuable lessons kids learn through the game. As a parent of a child who plays sports, you understand the hard effort and heart she puts into the game, no matter how competitive the league. Sports teach our children resilience, leadership, teamwork and time management skills,…

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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 your school’s Parent Teacher Association or a veteran, you might be considering a Facebook page for your organization. Facebook is a great tool that doesn’t require much time. We break down more pros and cons so you can…

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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 spend time with your kids. But if you spend almost three months with zero communication with your school’s parents it can really hinder your Parent Teacher Association’s success. Create A Communication Plan Don’t let the summer months go…

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Planning Effective Nonprofit Meetings When Spring Fever Kicks In

When springtime rolls around after a long winter, all you want to do is be outside in the nice weather and forget about your to-do list. Sadly, you still have responsibilities like planning a meeting for your nonprofit. Don’t worry! Here are a few tips to plan an effective nonprofit meeting when spring fever kicks…

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Getting More Volunteers In A Digital Age

Getting More Volunteers In A Digital Age Living in the age of technology has many benefits. So how can your non-profit organization utilize tech to get more volunteers? Here are a few ideas: Community Engagement Let’s say you need volunteers for an event this weekend. Which method do you think is going to get more…

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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 organization, you know how important volunteers are to your success. So let’s celebrate them! Here are some of our favorite ideas to help volunteers feel appreciated: Transform this month’s newsletter into a spotlight for volunteers. Hopefully, you’ve been…