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Shake Up Your PTA’s Annual Traditions

For parent groups like PTAs, PTOs, PFCs and Booster Clubs, tradition is as ingrained as the permanent marker on the chair in study hall. From weekly group meetings to annual fundraisers, these are things students, parents and teachers look forward to each year. But this year, more than ever, we can’t do what we’ve always…

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100 Online School Spirit Fundraisers to Keep the PTO Funds Rolling

With many schools going virtual in some capacity this year, it’s only fitting that fundraisers should follow suit. A great way for students, parents and other supporters to show their school spirit is with spirit wear. For many school districts, extracurricular activities are not canceled, just modified. It would be great to have your supporters…

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10 Virtual Fundraising Ideas for School Groups and Other Nonprofits

Fundraising in the time of COVID-19: Bake sales are burnt. Festivals are forbidden. Sock hops are so out. What’s a nonprofit to do? With many schools moving to some form of remote learning and other groups choosing to operate online, traditional fundraising methods are at risk. Many nonprofits face an uncertain future. But those who…

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8 Plug & Play Online Fundraising Tools for Nonprofits

You don’t have to be an epidemiologist to know that the COVID-19 pandemic could forever change us. Life may eventually get back to some semblance of what we once knew, but something will always be different in us. As for the world of nonprofit organizations, Robin Cabral of NonprofitPRO wrote a great article on how…

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Donor Appreciation Ideas: 20 Ways to Show Donor Love in 2020

2020, wow. The New Year and decade is upon us! If one of your new year’s resolutions is to show more love to your donors, you’ve come to the right place. Here are 20 ways to make your donors feel appreciated this and every year.  20 Donor Appreciation Ideas 1. Newsletter Feature Create a nice…

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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 transitioning into the treasurer role for your child’s sports team, you should suggest a few fundraising ideas to the kids and parents on your team. Here are some ways players can raise money. 1. Garage Sale: Gather together…

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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 enjoy bringing their families to experience their school during non-school time. When you’re planning a movie night at school, there are many things to consider so your event can excite your students and bring local families together. Here…

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How to Maximize Booster Club Fundraising

Booster Clubs can be tremendously supportive of their activities, programs or sports. That said, there are a few ways that clubs can maximize their fundraising efforts. Boost Your Club Strong fundraising happens with a strong Booster Club. Make sure that you have an active awareness and recruiting campaign that encourages and promotes new members. Also,…

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5 Timeless and 5 New Rotary Club Fundraising Events

Rotary Club fundraising is an important function of the organization. Fundraising not only supports the valuable programs that Rotary provides, it’s also an opportunity to partner with other organizations and strengthen as a club. While familiar fundraisers have become anticipated annual events, it is not a bad idea to incorporate a new fundraiser every once…

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5 Ways Your Booster Club Can Kick Off the New School Year

Your Booster Club can drum up excitement for the new school year with these fun activities. Celebrate the end of summer, build school spirit and look forward to all of the excitement of the upcoming school year. Spirit Wear Sales Spirit Wear sales are a great way to raise money for your club while building…