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Anna Scott reveals how to make your PTA an inclusive space where everyone is welcome
Spotlight on visibility: raising the profile of your PTA is a win/win, increasing donations and attracting new volunteers
It's flexible and simple. Staying unincorporated is an ideal way for a small group of volunteers to raise money, says Ian McLintock
Gardening facilitates outdoor learning, boosts wellbeing and helps children understand climate change. So, should a school garden go to the top of your wish list, asks Carol Rogerson
How many of these easily achievable elements does your school garden have?
Our children will grow up in an increasingly diverse world. Let's start their journey by showing them how the PTA finds common ground, says Carol Rogerson
Love it or loathe it, the AGM is an essential part of the PTA year. Follow our quick guide for an effortless meeting
We asked PTAs what had changed for them since the start of the pandemic. Here, we reveal what they've tried, what they like and what they can't wait to drop
Better meetings will help your PTA get more done
Life has its ups and downs, and knowing how to adapt to adversity is essential to our health and happiness, says Josh Floyd
How to introduce eco-awareness through your PTA
How two PTAs discovered that by making the most of their volunteers' skills they could reap greater rewards
In a year full of twists and turns, it's been tricky to plan ahead. Our handy checklist will help you tie up all the loose ends
Small changes to make a big difference in your PTA
It's AGM season but not as we've ever known it. We round up what you may or may not be able to do in order to comply with the guidelines
Members past and presents talk about their experiences of being on one school's PTA
Online communication can be complicated. Joe Clarke from the UK Safer Internet Centre takes us through the pros and cons of operating PTA social media accounts
As one of the largest social media platforms, we've found Facebook is the favourite of our PTA+ community. But how can you make it work for your PTA?
Whether you're an experienced chair or a PTA newbie, you're sure to have the odd query on charity registration and governance
A lot of time and effort goes into raising funds for the PTA pot, but when it comes to spending it, how do you go about it?
The Charity Finance Group (CFG) answer queries on charity banking for PTAs
Frazzled about the upcoming AGM, or want to learn more about what an EGM is?
Everything a PTA needs to know about planning an Annual General Meeting (AGM)
The school and PTA both have the same core interest, so how can you work together to become a stronger unit?
...to feel frustrated/angry/unappreciated?! Don't worry, you're not alone. We asked counsellor Rona Waldon-Saunders for her advice on some common PTA gripes
The team behind PTA+ has set up 60 local PTA groups to bring neighbouring committees together
Generally speaking, all committee members are trustees of a PTA, so what responsibilities do they have? Neal Green, Senior Policy Advisor at the Charity Commission, explains...
How diligent are you about looking after parents' contact details?
We've spoken to the Fundraising Regulator and the Information Commission's Office (ICO) to find out what GDPR means for PTAs
How virtual posters can publicise your PTA events
Good succession planning is vital to the ongoing success of your PTA
Whether you're stepping down or you're losing some key members of your committee, the health of your association depends on a smooth transition
Everything you need to know about your Annual General Meeting...
But what are the responsibilities of the 'chair', 'treasurer' and 'secretary'?
Breaking down roles gives more people the chance to take part and is especially helpful when you're struggling to find volunteers
Kick-start your year of organisation with our fundraising guide
We asked PTA co-chairs to explain why sharing responsibilities works for them
While holding work meetings and social get-togethers online has become the norm for many of us, would it work for your PTA?
Covid-19 forced PTAs to cancel events and put plans on hold. We look at what's happened since then and what steps PTAs can take to get back up and running
When do PTA volunteers need to have DBS checks? We asked the team at Safe Network for their advice
PTA events are a fantastic way to bring people together while raising funds, but unfortunately, this doesn't make them immune to dishonesty and risk
Say goodbye to bad buys with our ultimate guide to PTA purchases
Prioritise your tasks your get your PTA fundraising off to a flying start this autumn
PTAs can find themselves under pressure to take on multiple projects and ideas
If you lack formal training or extensive experience, it can be hard to know what's best for your PTA. Fortunately, there are people who do this for a living. Carol Rogerson asks some charity pros about what works for them
As a fundraiser, Lucy Gower soon discovered that storytelling was her most powerful tool. She explains how PTAs can develop their storytelling skills to make change happen
Widen the net when recruiting volunteers and take advantage of the valuable skills available in your community
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