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The Ultimate PTA Treasurer Report Template

The Ultimate PTA Treasurer Report Template

Make your next PTA treasurer report a breeze with this ready-made template! We include fields for income, expenses, and more—along with helpful information on tools you can use to calculate these amounts in less time.

Guide: How to Raise Funds for Field Trips Using FutureFund

Guide: How to Raise Funds for Field Trips Using FutureFund

Fundraising for your upcoming class field trip doesn’t have to be hard. Use FutureFund’s ready-made campaigns, built-in payment processing, ecommerce features, and more to raise the money you’ll need to give your students an off-campus experience they’ll never forget.

25 Creative Classroom Decoration Ideas for Teachers

25 Creative Classroom Decoration Ideas for Teachers

From reading corners to maker spaces and peace corners, here are 25 unique stations and features you can use to decorate your classroom. Use these tips to turn your classroom into an educational environment that serves your students in all kinds of different ways.

15 Educational Tools Teachers Can Use

15 Educational Tools Teachers Can Use

What apps and programs should you use to make sure your students are engaged? Find ideas here from the team at FutureFund, including options for students with diverse learning needs.

How Do PTAs Distribute Money to Teachers?

How Do PTAs Distribute Money to Teachers?

Raising money for a PTA or PTO is one thing; accessing it is another. Find out how teachers can request money for important school expenses through their PTAs here, and learn the criteria PTAs should consider when requests are made.

How to Write a Grant to Acquire New Classroom Technology

How to Write a Grant to Acquire New Classroom Technology

Computers, video conferencing tools, smartboards, and other classroom technology aren’t cheap—but grants can provide teachers and PTAs with the money to purchase them. Learn about available grants and how to write effective applications for them here.

Your Guide to Building a Classroom Library

Your Guide to Building a Classroom Library

Make your students excited about reading and learning by building a fantastic library in your classroom! Let FutureFund show you the best ways to raise funds for your library, pick books that support your learning objectives, and more in this handy guide.

Steps For a Jog-a-thon

Steps For a Jog-a-thon

Your Jog A Thon pledge campaign is easier to run when you set it up in FutureFund. See details on each step for creating your fundraiser here, with screenshots from our platform and answers to frequently asked questions.

20 School Spirit Merchandise Ideas

20 School Spirit Merchandise Ideas

When it comes to selling school spirit merchandise, why stop at t-shirts? Think outside the box with this list from FutureFund that includes phone cases, fridge magnets, and more—so that you can raise the most money possible through your PTA or PTO.

How to Sell Spirit Wear for Your School

How to Sell Spirit Wear for Your School

Selling spirit wear is an easy way to raise money for your school and community, but setting up an online store is an easier and more effective way to hit your fundraising goals than just selling merch at in-person events. Learn more tips and best practices with this guide from FutureFund so you can reach your PTA or PTO’s targets.

How to Tell If Your Students Are Using ChatGPT

How to Tell If Your Students Are Using ChatGPT

How can you tell whether your student is using ChatGPT or a similar AI to write their assignments for them? Use this handy guide from the team at Future Fund to recognize the signs so that you can preserve your classroom’s integrity and ensure the right learning experience for your students.