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They want input on your coaching style, but not so much your fundraisers 🤷 Here's how to get parents involved in your team #fundraising efforts: https://bit.ly/49NSLCF

PTA fundraisers are essential to helping schools support student activities inside the classroom and out, build stronger community ties and promote a culture of caring and responsibility among students. As a proud National PTA Sponsor, Walmart Business knows that throwing a successful fundraiser is not possible without the help of the caretakers, teachers and PTA members who volunteer their time to help organize and staff the event. Check out this article on the "10 Tips to Throw a Successful School Fundraiser" 💬 #SchoolFundraising #CommunityEngagement #EducationMatters

#AIM has a new must-read blog for you: "School Fundraising: The Dos and Don'ts that Most Parent Teacher Groups Need to Know." In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the world of school fundraising, revealing the essential steps to ensure your fundraising endeavors run smoothly and successfully. Learn the importance of school fundraising, discover the critical actions to take before collecting a single penny, and uncover valuable insights on incorporating your group, and setting up the right structure. Whether you’re new to school fundraising or a seasoned pro, this blog is a gold mine of tools to help you navigate all the sectors of fundraising with confidence. Click here to read the blog:  https://lnkd.in/dq6YFecR #SchoolFundraising #Blog #PTA #PTO #BoosterClubs 

If you’re a fundraiser and planner at heart (like me!), this article is for you. And if you are a fundraiser but not naturally a planner, this one is definitely for you. Either way, check out my latest article featuring the insights of talented fundraiser and skilled planner Rob Ruchotzke. Luminate Consulting

Discover the power of strategic planned giving in this insightful article by my colleagues Victoria Becker, Sarah May Campbell, and Caitlin Rettaliata. This piece reveals how planned giving can significantly enhance fundraising, especially for independent schools. It's a game-changer, offering immediate financial benefits and long-term stability. From simple website additions to comprehensive board initiatives, learn effective strategies to incorporate planned giving into your fundraising mix. Plant seeds today for a prosperous future! #PlannedGiving #FundraisingExcellence #NonprofitSuccess #EducationalAdvancement

I failed miserably at fundraising in the early 2000s. In the first fundraiser I was organising I raised a grand total of $5. Yep, just $5. Not $5k. Just $5. I was too afraid to ask people for money for a great cause I believed in - high school scripture in case you were wondering. I should also tell you that the fundraiser in the early 2000s was linked to doing long run - 30km to be exact, so I still had to run the 30kms from my childhood home in Eastwood all the way to Mona Vale Beach. It's a grueling, hilly run. It was a long and painful. During run where I reflected on what I'd do differently next time. I had a long time to think. I finally made it and jumped into the beach at the end of my run and I new I'd do fundraising differently next time. Well, two decades later, and almost a decade of reseraching NFP giving trends at McCrindle, this year was a big success. By the generous support of my community this year we raised funds for local scripture teachers in The Hills and raised more than our target, reaching 126% of our fundraising goal. So what did I different this year compared to back then? Here's 17 reflections. 1) Set a clear goal and communicated it repeatedly. 2) Gathered a team and gave people a role to achieve the goal. 3) Launched the fundraiser with an in-person experiential event to hear stories of impact. 4) Provided easy to use digital giving options. I'd actually like to do more cash options next time to suit the different generations. 5) Got photos from the event to use in digital campaigns. 6) Told stories of need, community, activity and impact at the event 7) Recapped the stories in digital format during the rest of EOFY campaign 8) Gave fundraising updates along the way with the impending deadline to create urgency to reach the goal 9) Kept up the communication - telling stories of impact and asking for funds to carry on the good work is more than a one-off message. 10) Pray like crazy you reach the goal! Visualise success and be positive if you don't pray! As Ted Lasso reminded us, 'Believe'. 11) Then remember the significance of people giving their money amidst cost of living crisis, housing unaffordability, the range of great causes out there and the fact that people are prepared to support your cause - it should move you to great humility, accountability and transparency. 12) Give the team credit for success (or take responsibility for areas that didn't work as hoped) 13) Be personal in praise and feedback 14) Remember the journey you've been on because today's success is possible because of yesterday's failure. Be grateful. 15) Celebrate together with your team 16) Thank your community for their generosity 17) Get ready for the next fundaiser and keep up the momentum. Research https://lnkd.in/gwZwJmAc #giving #socialresearch #failure #growth #leadership #fundraising #NFP #trends #reflections #dataislife #generations

Here's how to nail giving season: Refresh your P2P fundraising ideas👇 Check out my blog with Community Boost, for Givebutter ✍

Elevate your fundraising strategy with these planned giving insights. Discover how nonprofit orgs like independent schools tackle questions on board alignment, budget constraints, and donor targeting. Transform your approach for lasting financial impact. Take a look at the article below for more info.

What if we told you that you can get ahead this year on your school's fundraising plans? Check out our blog for tips to craft a well-rounded fundraising event schedule! Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ek8BekQ5

Board giving and board fundraising are both critical to an organization’s fundraising success!