In this post, I’ll explore the very best ways to get donations for your PTO! Whether you’re looking for items for teacher appreciation events, silent auction items, or Carnival raffle items, the process is pretty much the same. Be prepared Draft a letter explaining the type of donation you’re looking for and why you’re...Continue reading
Does your PTO fundraising need a big boost? Tired of working so hard for so little money? I don’t blame you! I’ve been there too- putting in a ton of work for very little money. It’s so frustrating, but that doesn’t mean you should give up. Time for a plan to turn things around. And...Continue reading
To do all of the great things PTA and PTO groups do, fundraising is essential. But how to go about picking the right fundraiser? It’ll be no mystery to you once you read this post with the 4 most important factors in picking the best school fundraiser! This post is a perfect read...Continue reading
Figuring out how much food to serve big groups for events is a something that always feels like an unknown until you learn the rules! Over my years of holding the Staff Appreciation chair position for my PTA, I’ve learned how to ballpark how much food to serve for appreciation luncheons and other events. One...Continue reading
New to the role of Fundraising Chair and wondering what the heck is involved? This post will walk you through exactly what to do and also highlight some mistakes to avoid! Set a goal Before you do anything else, work with the PTO President and Treasurer to set a fundraising goal for the year. Without...Continue reading
Every year, my PTA throws an awesome school carnival! It’s one of the bigger, more involved events we do all year and it’s both a fun-raiser as well as a fundraiser. It’s a pretty huge endeavor and it is the biggest event we put on as a group. We’ve done it for so...Continue reading
Thinking of hosting a family movie night at your school for your elementary school? There’s a bit more to putting on a successful event than just choosing a date and any ole’ movie and calling it a day. Not much more is involved, but attention to the finer details is important! Choosing the Right Elementary...Continue reading
Need some great ideas for quick and easy fundraisers for your PTA / PTO school parent group? This post if definitely for you! I’ve got some great ideas that’ll make it pretty easy to add some money to your group’s bank account without needing too much lead time or time investment. Dining for...Continue reading