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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

Despite what you might think, fundraising activities during high school summer vacation can be lucrative events for booster clubs. Summertime activities help your organization maintain its programs, engage potential donors, and secure resources. All to help people from forgetting about your booster club for three months. Using the summer fundraising ideas that are popular helpRead 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

Social media (SM) can help raise the awareness and engagement of your booster club with parents and the community. But, it can be a tricky path to success. That’s why AIM has put together our top booster club social media ideas you need to be successful. With booster club marketing, the first job is toRead more

Alcohol, in moderation, acts as a social encouragement for adults. Serving beer and liquor may motivate some parents to show up at your event who otherwise would not. But even with a well-behaved crowd, you still need alcohol liability insurance… don’t you? Alcohol liability insurance exists for good reasons. First, it helps protect a boosterRead 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

Collaborative efforts between parent advocates and schools create the best results, parents should seek out ways to make themselves available as a valuable asset to teachers and administrators to increase advocate effectiveness. That’s why parent advocacy works best with a collaborative approach. But how do you strike the ideal balance, and how beneficial is parentRead more

Successful event planning reduces stress and avoids common mistakes. But how can veteran and first-time booster club fundraisers organize the perfect event? Often the simplest answer is the best, such as an event planning checklist. The easiest way to plan a successful booster club event starts with the humble checklist. It’s a simple and low-tech,Read 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