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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

AT A GLANCE Want your booster club to get noticed online? This guide covers what to post and how often, which platforms reach which audience (Facebook for parents and donors, Instagram and TikTok for students), easy post ideas, and the five metrics worth tracking. Key takeaway: start with two or three channels and post onRead 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

AT A GLANCE Want to support students beyond fundraising? Advocacy works best when parents partner with teachers. This article shows how parents can help students in need with food, winter clothing, and school supplies, plus ways to level the playing field through after-school programs, tutoring, safe spaces, life skills, and violence prevention. ON THIS PAGEPolicyRead 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

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

Hosting a school book fair can be nerve-racking for first-time parent-teacher group volunteers, but it doesn’t need to be. With a little help from AIM you can make your event fun, lucrative, and educational. Offering books at dedicated school book fairs is as vital today as it’s ever been. Parents who volunteer contribute to theirRead more