It’s school fundraising season. Moms and dads can relate to this annoying ritual (getting asked to buy cookie dough or wrapping paper at inflated prices.) And how do you say no to your cute neighbor?Stacey Boyd, a former school administrator and mom founder of Savvy Source, a national resource
Stacey Boyd, a former school administrator and mom founder of Savvy Source, a national resource on finding good schools, has 5 key tips:
1. Best to set a budget and pace yourself throughout the year. Don’t blow your budget on the first cutie knocking on your door with candy bars.
2. Consider just making a straight donation with a smile instead of buying the cookie dough you don’t really want — so the fundraiser makes more profit!
3. Remember that this is an opportunity for kids to learn valuable lessons around responsibility, social skills, and money – they’ll remember the way you make them feel!
4. Contribute to fundraisers that you’re personally passionate about to make sure they get the larger share of what you can give
5. Find programs that allow you to give back in a way that’s easy and inline with what you already plan to spend. One powerful way to do that is through sites like Schoola.com Schools, parents and national brands have come together with fantastic savings – and generous school donations of up to 35% each purchase. Go to schoola.com to save and the potential to raise thousands for your school!
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