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Your First 30 Days as a Parent Group Treasurer
Taking on the role of PTO/PTA Treasurer can be both rewarding and challenging. As the financial point person for your parent group, you’re responsible for ensuring that funds are managed effectively and transparently. You’ll also be providing this information to your group so that they may make sound and accurate decisions. However, your experience in…
Unlocking and Maintaining 501(c)(3) Status for PTO or PTA
Being “tax-exempt” means organizations do not have to pay federal taxes under the United States Tax Code. If your charity applies for and receives 501(c)3 tax exemption designation, which is popularly known as “the charitable tax exemption,” it will allow exemption from federal corporate and income taxes for most revenue coming into your organization. Benefits…
PTO / PTA Treasurer Duties: A Month-to-Month Guide
Raising your hand to be your PTO or PTA Treasurer might seem like a straightforward task. How complicated can it be to manage your Parent Teacher Association or Organization finances? In reality, the role carries significant responsibility. From adhering to your group’s bylaws to complying with IRS regulations if you’re a tax-exempt organization, the financial…
Which Form 990 do PTOs and PTAs Need to File?
The world of tax forms can be confusing for Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Associations (PTAs). Let’s shed a little light on which form 990 to file. Why File a Form 990? The IRS sets certain rules that tax-exempt organizations, like PTOs and PTAs, must follow to keep their tax-exempt status. One of these requirements…
How to Start a PTO or PTA at Your Child’s School
Whether it’s the need for playground equipment or funding for a class field trip, classroom supplies, technology upgrades, extracurricular programs or staff appreciation events, there are many reasons Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) or Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs) get started. In a nutshell, a PTOs and PTAs support a variety of activities and initiatives designed to enhance the…
The Magic Formula for PTO & PTA Budgets
A budget is the foundation of success for any nonprofit, and that includes Parent Teacher Organizations (PTO) and Associations (PTA). Budgeting provides the necessary framework for decision-making and ensures resources are allocated efficiently to achieve your goals. MoneyMinder is now offering free PTO and PTA Guides, and one of those is a complete guide to…
Year-End Guide for PTO & PTA Treasurers
Congratulations on a successful term as Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Association (PTA) Treasurer! Here is a complete, free guide with actionable steps to wrap up your year or tenure as treasurer.
End-of-Year Checklist for PTO & PTA Treasurers
As the end of the school year approaches, many Parent Teacher Organizations (PTOs) and Associations (PTAs) have concluded the year’s major fundraising efforts. Many have even allocated all of the funds for the year, as the school shifts its focus toward year-end tasks for the last month or more. As the PTA or PTO Treasurer,…
How to Create Effective Standing Rules for Your PTO
As an essential component of organizational governance, standing rules play a vital role in maintaining continuity, clarity, and efficiency within your Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Association (PTA). Whether you are creating or revising your PTO’s standing rules, let’s explore how to get started. What are Standing Rules? A list of standing rules help to…
March Dadness: 25 Ideas for Engaging Fathers in Your PTA/PTO
Gone are the days when Parent Teacher Organizations were solely for moms. Today, dads are stepping up to the plate, eager to participate and contribute to their children’s education and school experiences. Yet, despite this shift in parental involvement, many PTOs still struggle to actively engage fathers in their initiatives. As we enter the month…