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Welcome to the resource center. You’ll find a tips, tricks, guides, and tutorials to help you run your parent-teacher organization.


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Your Website Should Pay for Itself

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If you’re running your PTG on a shoestring budget, your website should be working as hard as you do. Here’s how to make it pay for itself. Read More

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Don’t Get Burned: Essential Financial Controls for Treasurers

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Learn how parent-teacher group treasurers can safeguard finances with practical strategies for transparency, accountability, and protection against misuse. Read More

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Why Most Websites Fail

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If your website isn’t energizing your community and boosting your efforts, it’s not worth your money. Here’s how to fix that. Read More

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Top Fundraising Platforms for Parent-Teacher Organizations

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Learn about various platforms that can help your group manage fundraising efforts, including options to link donations to students and classes. Read More

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How to Apply for the Non-Profit Discount Rate in Stripe

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Stripe offers discounted rates for non-profit organizations, helping PTGs maximize their fundraising efforts. Read More

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How to Run a Successful Fundraiser for Your Elementary School

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This guide walks you through the steps to run a successful elementary school fundraiser, from setting goals to showing gratitude. Read More

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How to Build Strong Bylaws

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This guide will help you understand the importance of bylaws, outline their typical parts, and highlight areas where you may want to customize. Read More

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PTA vs PTO vs PTG

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If you’ve been involved in supporting your child’s school, you may have heard the acronyms PTA, PTO, and PTG. These terms describe different types of parent-teacher groups. Read More

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Why Canva is Your Superstar

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For many Parent Teacher Groups (PTGs), creating eye-catching graphics and fliers is key to successful communication and fundraising. Read More

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How to Set Up a Stripe Account

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Enabling your organization to accept money online is a game-changer. Follow this step-by-step guide for setting up stripe. Read More

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How to Start a Parent-Teacher Organization

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Learn how to establish a Parent-Teacher Organization to support your school and community. Read More