How can your PTA or PTO raise more money while spending less time? Check out these 10 easy fundraising ideas for teachers from the team at Future Fund and learn how to make your next campaign more successful and efficient.
Fundraising Ideas for Schools & PTAs
We’ve created dozens of posts on fundraising ideas that PTAs, PTOs, and schools can use to fundraise for their clubs and causes.
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10 Creative And Low Cost Fundraisers For Teachers
These fundraising ideas are off the beaten path, but they’re guaranteed to interest your students and their families—and they don’t cost much to organize, either! Learn how to host a battle of the bands, a balloon raffle, and more from the Future Fund team.
How to Run a Pledge Campaign
What should you do to make your PTA or PTO’s next pledge campaign succeed? Learn all about setting up and running a pledge campaign here, with help from the Future Fund team.
10 Fundraisers You Can Run Without Volunteers
Fundraising activities that don’t need too many volunteers are easier to organize and run. Check out this list of ideas from the Future Fund team, including online options like pet photo contests and in-person events like restaurant fundraisers!
How to Run a Fundraising Dinner
What should you do to make your PTA or PTO’s next fundraising dinner succeed? Find out how to plan and run a fundraising dinner here, with help from the Future Fund team.
13 “A-Thon” Fundraising Ideas for Schools & PTA/PTO Groups
You’ve probably heard of popular “a-thon” type fundraisers like read-a-thons and walk-a-thons. Here’s a list of our favorites.
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A-Thon Fundraisers
Fun and friendly fundraising competitions!
Academic Fundraisers
Fundraising ideas centered around academics.
Activity & Fitness Fundraisers
See fundraising in motion!
Arts & Music Fundraisers
Arts-based fundraising ideas.
Best Fundraiser Lists
The best fundraisers all in one place.
Elementary School
Fundraisng ideas perfect for elementary students.
Food Fundraisers
Fundraisers that fill your fridge (and your wallet!)
Fundraising Guides
In-depth and step-by-step fundraising guides.
High-School Fundraisers
Perfect for older students.
Holiday Fundraisers
Fundraising ideas themed around holidays.
Seasonal Fundraisers
Fundraisers perfect for every season of the year!
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