Fundraising For Education
School fundraising tips — and a fundraising expert when you're ready
Fundraising ideas for elementary schools, high schools, PTAs/PTOs, booster clubs and nonprofit education causes — tips and tricks for product sales, events, auctions, crowdfunding and more. Ready for hands-on help? Complete the form and connect with a fundraising expert who specializes in school, education, or other education-related fundraising. Educational only — not legal or tax advice, and we never quote amounts raised or statistics.
About Fundraising For Education
Fundraising ideas for elementary schools, high schools, PTAs/PTOs, booster clubs and nonprofit education causes — tips and tricks for product sales, events, auctions, crowdfunding and more. Ready for hands-on help? Complete the form and connect with a fundraising expert who specializes in school, education, or other education-related fundraising. Educational only — not legal or tax advice, and we never quote amounts raised or statistics.
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Fundraising For Education — frequently asked questions
Is fundraisingforeducation.org a fundraising company?+
No. fundraisingforeducation.org is a free educational resource with fundraising tips for schools, students and education causes — when you want hands-on help, we connect you with a fundraising expert who specializes in school, education, or other education-related fundraising.
How do I find a fundraising expert for my school?+
Complete the short form on this site describing your school or cause, and your request is routed to a fundraising expert who holds that specialty in your ZIP code; they'll reach out directly.
What's the difference between a 'school', 'education' and 'other' fundraising specialty?+
'School' covers a specific school's classroom, grade-level or school-wide fundraisers; 'education' covers nonprofit education causes, foundations and scholarship funds not tied to one school; 'other' covers education-related fundraising needs that don't fit neatly into either.
Do I need school district approval before running a fundraiser?+
Most school districts require approval before a classroom, team or school-wide fundraiser goes ahead, and policies vary by district — check with your school or district office before you plan anything.
Are raffles legal for a school fundraiser?+
It depends on your state — raffle and charitable-gaming laws vary significantly by state and sometimes by city or county, and many require a permit before you sell a single ticket, so check your local rules first.
Are donations to my school fundraiser tax-deductible?+
Only if the money goes to a qualified tax-exempt organization, such as a school's official nonprofit foundation or PTA — confirm with a tax professional before telling donors a gift is deductible.
What's the difference between a crowdfunding campaign and a product-sale fundraiser?+
A crowdfunding campaign is usually one online page that supporters give to directly, while a product-sale fundraiser (like a catalog, snack or discount-card sale) asks participants to sell something and keep a share of the proceeds — a fundraising expert can help you pick the format that fits your group.
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