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The back-to-school refresh is a chance to review and improve your money-handling habits. Checking PTA bank statements is one of the most important things you can do to safeguard your finances. Even a quick scan can reveal unauthorized or suspicious transactions. Another benefit of PTA financial accountability is it helps identify areas where your groupRead more

Most PTAs aren’t sure how to protect themselves against the unexpected. So what PTA insurance plans can best cover your people and organization without breaking the bank? This and other PTA insurance questions demand answers. Yet these issues are not addressed by even some of the best PTA websites. This piece examines insurance solutions forRead more

If you’re not crowdfunding, your PTA, PTO, or booster club could be missing out on big-time fundraising opportunities. Online fundraising is revolutionizing how non-profits raise money for parent-teacher groups. But even the best crowdfunding ideas aren’t a replacement for traditional fundraising campaign efforts. However, it can be an excellent addition to your fundraising toolkit. ThisRead more

Fundraising lies at the heart of every booster club, offering many opportunities to hold exciting events throughout the year. These happy occasions often raise lots of money and pass without a hitch. But sometimes they don’t, and your nonprofit organization is not immune from liability. That’s why affordable booster club insurance makes perfect sense. FundraisersRead more

In recent years, event embezzlement claims have risen in the US. It’s because dishonest types have become better than booster organizers at detecting vulnerabilities in event money-handling processes. But what can you do to reduce theft at your booster club fundraisers? Booster club organizers must take a proactive approach against event embezzlement. There are threeRead more

Successful booster clubs don’t just happen. They require teamwork, attention to detail, and a committed volunteer pool. A well-organized club also has effective elected leadership. It follows best practices while building on its strengths and improving areas of weakness. So, where do you start if your booster club fundraising and operational procedures need improvement? TheRead more

A successful booster club runs like a well-oiled machine by sticking to its bylaws. Generally, booster club members change officers annually. But what is the best approach to ensure a smooth changeover and avoid a messy officer transition? The term of office for most booster club officers is one year. That term begins with electionRead more

Your fundraising doesn’t have to end when the last school bell rings out. Indeed, summer booster club fundraising ideas and events are some of the most popular and profitable you can run. Summer is the social season. It’s a special time of year when families and communities come together to enjoy spending time outside. WarmRead more

A well-run Booster Club has organization at its core at the start and end of the school year. But as your charity grows, cleaning house can become a sizable challenge. So, can working from a Booster Club Checklist be your solution to keeping organized? The humble to-do list is still a useful and relevant toolRead more

A booster club is an organizations and that means the way to get the best out of your group is to make sure to organize a booster club around a central point, your club’s mission. By focusing your intent and using the best practices and booster club guidelines you can find continual success.  Expert adviceRead more