Fundraising & Grants
Creative Fundraising Ideas for Sports Teams
The same old fundraiser might bring in money, but it can also get a little boring for yourself and supporters. Why not try something new? Here to change up your moneymaking activities are a few creative fundraising ideas for sports teams. Obstacle Course How many people tune in to watch “American Ninja Warrior” each week?…
PTA Fundraising Chair Responsibilities
PTAs are important providers of school support and a vital role within the organization is the Fundraising Chair. Whether you have been recently asked or are considering involvement, here is a bit of information about this important position. How to Become a Fundraising Chair The Fundraising Chair is usually elected by the PTA Board or…
Beyond the Lemonade Stand: 5 Spring Fundraising Ideas
Spring is a great time to fundraise. The birds are chirping, the grass is growing (or hopefully overgrown, see below) and there is a lot to celebrate. Here are some of our favorite fundraising ideas for spring. 1. Bike-a-thon As winter comes to a close, people are ready to stretch their legs and what’s a…
The Overlooked Holiday: Why Valentine’s Day Fundraisers Work
These Valentine’s Day fundraisers give everyone a chance to celebrate. Raise funds and fun this year with some of our great ideas.
Donor Appreciation No Matter How Small the Donation
All donations are worthy of a “thank you” no matter the size. Here are a few ways to acknowledge donors that won’t break your bank.
PTA Fundraising Rules & Guidelines
Fundraisers can account for a large portion of parent group activities. Though fundraising is a major undertaking it is far from standardized. There is a large variety of PTA/PTO fundraisers ranging from creative jog-a-thons to math marathons to more sophisticated online campaigns through sites like Kickstarter and Razoo. Reasons for fundraising are diverse. Each school and…
Sports Team Fundraising: Maximizing Effectiveness
One of the benefits of being involved in sports is sports team fundraising. Done right, fundraising can be a great lesson on cooperation, working towards a stated goal and what it means to be a part of a group. Not to mention team fundraising can mean a major financial boost to your group in terms…
Ten Quick Ways to Thank Your Donors
Donor recognition is important to success, yet it can be hard to find time in the day to properly thank donors. To help you out, we have created this list of 10 quick ways to thank your donors.
