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Don’t miss out on creative and simple ways to promote your school fundraiser. Promotion is one of the best ways to ensure a successful school fundraising campaign. Check out these unique and creative ways to …

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Tradition vs New and Unique
June 8, 2011 – 6:41 am | No Comment
Tradition vs New and Unique

Everyone wants to make a statement. Why would it be any different with school fundraising? It seems as if the trend is to try new and unique ways to raise funds. Parent groups are checking …

How to Make the Most of Your Spring Fundraiser
January 31, 2011 – 11:02 am | No Comment
How to Make the Most of Your Spring Fundraiser

As the season of winter draws to a close, many schools are looking forward to Spring for more than just the warmer weather. Spring is the perfect time to hold a school-wide fundraiser, especially if …

The Most Popular Toys by Decade
October 22, 2010 – 1:04 pm | No Comment

Here’s a fun slideshare presentation we put together. Check it out and then let us know what your favorite toys were when you were growing up!
Most Popular Children's Toys By Decade
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Simple ways to get involved
October 20, 2010 – 7:45 am | No Comment
Simple ways to get involved

If you’re a parent of a school-aged child, you are more than likely extremely busy right now running from one thing to another. With the school year in full swing, it means after school practices, …

Giving Back
October 7, 2010 – 8:28 am | 3 Comments
Giving Back

“We make a living by what we get.
We make a life by what we give”
- Winston Churchill
In the busyness that is the beginning of a new school year, one thing is clear- schools need money. …

10 Reasons to Join the Parent Teacher Group
August 18, 2010 – 12:19 pm | No Comment
10 Reasons to Join the Parent Teacher Group

Being involved in the parent group at your child’s school is a great way to become involved with teachers, administrators and other parents at the school. If you think all parent groups do is plan …

What Can You Do With Silly Bandz?
August 16, 2010 – 11:04 am | No Comment
What Can You Do With Silly Bandz?

By now, almost everyone has heard of Silly Bandz. The little silicone bands that come in almost every shape and design imaginable have swept across the nation in popularity only associated with Beanie Babies and …

Video For Principals
August 5, 2010 – 11:27 am | No Comment
Video For Principals

We know the importance of principal involvement in school fundraising. In fact, principal involvement is the most influential contribution there is. We’ve set aside some time this year to help principals use their power and influence to raise more and fundraise less.

PSA Collection – Public Service Announcements on Volunteerism, Involvement in Schools and Supporting School Fundraising
August 5, 2010 – 11:12 am | No Comment
PSA Collection – Public Service Announcements on Volunteerism, Involvement in Schools and Supporting School Fundraising

Here is a collection of PSA’s (Public Service Annoucements) we created to explore volunteerism, Involvment in Schools and Supporting School Fundraising.

Talking to Your Kids About Stress
June 24, 2010 – 1:59 pm | No Comment
Talking to Your Kids About Stress

A recent study by the APA indicates that parents are vastly underestimating the levels of stress their children are experiencing. Take this study into consideration before you plan your fundraiser.