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Fundraising initiatives with Parentkind
Parentkind has made the exciting decision to fundraise at a national level . We ’ ll be seeking funding from larger companies , foundations , philanthropists , government sources and beyond to further support our members with the work they carry out for their schools and communities . As a federated charity of almost 13,000 PTAs , we offer a unique opportunity for national donors to support education at scale . Our ambition is to raise millions of pounds annually to supplement PTA fundraising and support the growth of Parentkind ’ s programmes .
Director of Fundraising , Heather Ridley , says , “ This is an enormously exciting time for the charity and a fantastic opportunity to help Parentkind members deliver even more for the children they work tirelessly to support . We ’ ll be raising funds to distribute directly to members , enabling their hard work to have even more impact . And we ’ ll be looking at how our fundraising team can provide additional opportunities to make fundraising easier .”
Keep an eye out for more information in 2024 !
Reminder : don ’ t forget your summer fair !
If you ’ re thinking of holding a summer fair this year , we recommend giving yourself at least three months to prep
There ' s an app for that ...
We know the feeling : January rolls around and suddenly your bank account is looking a little emptier . Whether you ’ re looking to optimise your family budget or organising PTA fundraising goals , here are a few great budgeting apps * that can help you take control of your finances .
HyperJar : Think of this app like your own digital piggy bank ! HyperJar lets you create custom ‘ Jars ’ so you can save towards different goals . With no subscription fees or contracts , this is a great place to start with digital budgeting .
GoHenry : Our friends at GoHenry are a household name when it comes to family finances . They ’ re the UK ’ s # 1 kids ’ debit card and app for good reason – the app is full of transparency features for parents to keep an eye on their children ’ s spending , and there are lots of fun ways for kids to learn and gain confidence in managing their own money .
Plum : With intelligent budgeting features that analyse your incoming and outgoing funds , Plum calculates how much you can afford to stash away in a savings pot . It ' s a great option if you ’ re looking for extra insight into ways you can save .
Check if your online banking or banking app has built-in budgeting features to help you save . Or , if you ’ re handy with Excel or Google Sheets , you can draw up your own custom budget spreadsheet in no time !
* Parentkind are not financial advisors . To make the best financial decisions that suit your needs , please conduct your own research and seek the advice of a licensed financial advisor if necessary .
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