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PTAs Can Help Prevent the Summer Slide by Keeping Parents Engaged During Break

The 2020 school year has come to an end unlike any other we've seen. As graduates celebrated…

Meet the Volunteer: Carla Olivo

Meet the Volunteer: Carla Olivo Our 2nd Quarter 2020 Most Valuable Volunteer Nominate Someone Carla Olivo is…

The Ultimate List of COVID-19 School Closure Activities for Kids

Just when we thought we were rounding the corner and heading for Summer, a new type of…

Attracting Awesome Volunteers

Groups that are purpose-driven depend on volunteers for everything from fulfilling their mission statement to fundraising to…

Booster Clubs for STEM Groups

Booster Clubs are a great way to raise funds for a school group or organization. Most often…

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…

How do PTAs, PTOs and Other Parent Groups File Taxes?

Parent Group, PTO & PTA Taxes 101 Taxes. If you dislike doing your own personal taxes, you're…

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…

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…

Incorporating the School Mascot Into Fundraising Events

Eagles! Wildcats! Bulldogs! No, it’s not the zoo. It’s back to school time. And whether your school…

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…

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…

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…

Thanking Donors in Today’s World

[caption id="attachment_11585" align="alignright" width="450"] Traditional thank you cards are great, but there are other ways to thank…

Ring in the New Year by Preparing for Change with Your School Group

Even though the new year doesn't mark the start of a new school year, it's still a…

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…

How to Maximize Booster Club Fundraising

Booster Clubs can be tremendously supportive of their activities, programs or sports. That said, there are a…

Avoiding Booster Club Member Burnout

A Booster Club's main job is to support school activities, but how do you keep your members…

Fundraising ROI: How to Measure Success, Not Just According to the Books

While fundraisers are about making money, there can be other successes besides the bottom line. Here we…

RAOK: How to Commit to one Random Act of Kindness this Week

We could all use a little more kindness in our lives. One way of achieving that is…

Filling the Volunteer Void: How to Manage Your Group When Help is Short

You might have a great group of volunteers only to find out that when you really need…

How to Make Your First Nonprofit Meeting a Success

There is no getting around it, nonprofit groups have a lot of meetings. Activities like fundraising and…

10 Hot Silent Auction Items that Sell

You want to have the hottest auction in town. After all, a great fundraiser is not only…

7 Ways Parent Groups Can Use Social Media to Connect

With so many social media channels out there, it can be difficult to choose which one to…

How to Wrap Up Your Year as Treasurer

And…that’s a wrap! Or is it? As the school year draws to a close there are a…

4 Printable Teacher’s Day Poems (Now You Have No Excuse for Not Thanking a Teacher)

Teacher's Day is right around the corner (May 8, 2018). To help you show your appreciation by…

Social Media Best Practices for Volunteer Groups

Many volunteer groups are so busy doing good work, sometimes they forget to engage with their social…

Thank a Volunteer this Volunteer Week with Our $100 Amazon Giveaway!

Celebrate the people who power your organization. Volunteers help nonprofits achieve their mission every day. National Volunteer…

10 Ways Organizations Can Encourage Volunteering

While there are a number of factors that contribute to a decline in volunteers, it is left…

Top 10 Articles from MoneyMinder in 2017

We are ending 2017 with a bang and we want you to know about it. To close…

5 (More) Printable Holiday Poems for Teachers

The holiday season is a time to enjoy with family, friends and loved ones in our lives.…

Tips for Total Family Wellness this School Year

Staying healthy throughout the school year is generally a top priority for many families. Keep sick days…

Back to School: Teacher Appreciation Ideas from Students

Going back to school is an exciting time for students and one of the ways to make…

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…

School Year-End Checklist for Parent Organizations

Booster Clubs, PTAs, PTOs and PTSAs all share a common goal of supporting schools and advocating for…

Treasurer Transitions for PTAs & PTOs

Spring means baseball, cookouts and gardening, right? Well it can also be a busy time for Treasurers…

PTA Fundraising Chair Responsibilities

PTAs are important providers of school support and a vital role within the organization is the Fundraising…

The Overlooked Holiday: Why Valentine’s Day Fundraisers Work

Valentine’s Day Fundraisers are a great idea for many reasons. The timing is perfect as the busy…

Teen Community Service Clubs

Teen Community Service Clubs are a wonderful way to involve young people in community service. There are…

PTA Fundraising Rules & Guidelines

Fundraisers can account for a large portion of parent group activities. Though fundraising is a major undertaking it…