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California PTA Units Can Now Sell Memberships Online With Automatic Dues Apportionment
Apr 8, 2026
California PTA Units Can Now Sell Memberships Online With Automatic Dues Apportionment
FutureFund has been named an approved membership vendor by the California State PTA (CAPTA). CAPTA Units can use FutureFund to sell memberships online, with dues apportionment being handled and remitted automatically by FutureFund. CAPTA units can also use FutureFund to offer PTA members exclusive perks to help grow membership sales. As always, California PTA units can use FutureFund for free.
Cameron Martel
Cameron Martel
How to prepare Form 990-N: A step-by-step walkthrough for your PTA
Jan 20, 2026
How to prepare Form 990-N: A step-by-step walkthrough for your PTA
Form 990-N is a short IRS filing, but it still requires accurate information and careful attention to detail. PTA treasurers need to confirm eligibility, pull the correct gross receipts figure, complete each section of the e-Postcard correctly, and save their proof of submission. Follow these steps from Beekeeper to prepare and submit clear records every year.
Cameron Martel
Cameron Martel
How to prepare the Annual Financial Report: A step-by-step walkthrough for your PTA
Jan 20, 2026
How to prepare the Annual Financial Report: A step-by-step walkthrough for your PTA
Preparing a PTA’s annual financial report means accounting for every dollar raised and spent, reconciling accounts to the final month, and presenting the numbers to the board. Follow these steps from Beekeeper to produce a yearly summary that supports IRS forms, protects volunteers, and creates a reliable record for future treasurers.
Cameron Martel
Cameron Martel
How to Prepare and Send 1099-Ks for Your School
Jan 20, 2026
How to Prepare and Send 1099-Ks for Your School
If your PTA received IRS Form 1099-K this year, congratulations! You earned a lot of money through card or online platform payments. Now you just need to make sure the info on your copy matches what’s in your records, and how to spot common problems so they don’t trip up the rest of your tax preparation. Beekeeper’s guide shows you how.
Cameron Martel
Cameron Martel
FutureFund Partners with California State PTA to Provide FutureFund Connect for Free
Jan 10, 2026
FutureFund Partners with California State PTA to Provide FutureFund Connect for Free
This partnership keeps PTAs strong, compliant, and connected by making essential tools free and accessible to every unit across California.
Cameron Martel
Cameron Martel
How to Run a Hoop-a-Thon Fundraiser
Sep 24, 2025
How to Run a Hoop-a-Thon Fundraiser
Hoops-A-Thons are engaging and easy-to-run fundraisers for elementary and high schools. Here’s a step-by-step guide to making your Basketball Hoop-A-Thon a success with FutureFund, including tips on using our free platform to organize volunteers and collect pledges.
Darian Shimy
Darian Shimy