School Fundraising Blog
Your go-to resource for school fundraising ideas, inspiration, and real results!
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School Kind-a-Thon Guide
In school fundraising, a new event style is gaining real momentum: the Kind-Athon. Instead of laps or reading minutes, students complete acts of kindness—big or small—and gather…
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Fundraising for Military Schools
Military school communities are resilient, connected, and ready to give—when they have the right tools. Learn how DoDEA schools are streamlining fundraising, keeping more profit,…
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Principals Drive Fundraising Success
Principal involvement can turn an ordinary fundraiser into something truly special. It boosts student engagement, encourages parent participation, and helps your school surpass its…
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Expert Tips to Boost Teacher Engagement in School Fundraising
The most successful school fundraisers have one thing in common: their teachers are engaged every step of the way. If you’ve ever wondered what you can do to increase teacher…
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Festive Fall Fundraisers
Fall fundraising events offer a unique opportunity to raise significant funds before the year’s end. Schools that host these events often see a 25% increase in participation and…
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8 Fresh Middle School Fundraising Ideas
Middle schoolers are a different animal when it comes to fundraising: they’re too old for stickers and too cool to admit they want to participate. Middle schoolers aren’t…
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The Social Media Plan for Busy PTO/A Leaders
Social media is one of the most powerful (and underused) tools in a fundraising chair’s toolkit. This session shows you exactly how to use it, without the overwhelm. Walk through a…
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30+ Fundraising Incentives Students Love
After working closely with thousands of schools since 2007, here’s something we’ve learned: fundraiser incentives that drive the highest participation rarely come from a prize…
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Let’s Talk Turkey Trots
A well-planned Turkey Trot does more than get kids moving — it builds school spirit, brings families together, and helps your PTO/A raise those much-needed funds before the year…
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6 Fitness Fundraisers
Fitness based fundraisers raise money, encourage physical activity, and help students build relationships while having a blast. Here are some of our favorite movement-based…
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Fall 2026 Fundraiser Themes to Get Kids Hyped!
Kids get excited when there’s a theme they already love, characters they already know, and prizes they want. That’s the whole secret to a great themed fundraiser: borrow the…
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Elementary Graduation Guide for PTO/PTA Leaders
Elementary Graduation Guide for PTO/PTA Leaders Discover creative and memorable 5th grade graduation events and ideas with our PTO/PTA guide. Includes themes, gift suggestions, and…