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The freemasons funded our science garden and helped us build it
They collect your bins and sort the potholes but your local council may also be the source of £1,000s in grants that could make a big difference to your school. We spoke to councillor Nick Harrison of Surrey County Council to find out how their scheme works
How noticing the details lead one PTA to grant success
Supermarkets are a great source of funding for PTAs. Morrisons Foundation advisor Adrian Horsley tells us how one of Britain’s biggest and best-known retail chains contributes to charitable causes
PTAs can be more than just fairs and bake sales. Charity development manager Pamela Walker tells Carol Rogerson how to launch a successful project that extends beyond the school gates
When replacing a worn out pitch became a matter of urgency, the Friends of Carswell School raced to find the funds with the help of their local community
Among the sources of funding PTAs can investigate are Community Infrastructure Levies. Kelly Porter, major projects lead at the South Downs National Park Authority, explains
When applying for a grant, it pays to look for opportunities on your doorstep, says Nuala Calvi
The Nineveh Charitable Trust funds projects that promote a better understanding of the countryside, as trustee Michael James explains...
FundEd can help you generate additional income streams and deliver successful campaigns
Ecclesiastical Insurance Group is set to launch its third annual Movement for Good awards in 2021. We asked Chris Pitt, head of responsible business, to tell us more
Grants are a means of accessing a new pool of funds, make sure your application is on target
Playground equipment has long been top of the list when it comes to PTA spending. So how do you raise the money?
How digital fundraising can be a successful way to fundraise for your school
Add an extra 25% to your PTA’s income by claiming Gift Aid
If you’ve never applied for external funding before, the process can seem daunting. We ask experts where to find grant-giving bodies and how to apply
Many PTAs are exploring supermarket grant schemes as a way to raise funds, as they can represent more money for a lot less manpower...
Schools are increasingly turning to PTAs to raise money for bigger projects. When you’re asked to raise thousands of pounds, where do you begin?
Cover the cost of equipment or simply boost profits by appealing to local companies
Hundreds of organisations offer their employees the chance to boost their fundraising efforts through match funding
Our guidance explains how to register for Gift Aid with HMRC, which PTA activities and events are eligible and how to claim
Ben Wittenberg, director of policy, publishing and research at Directory of Social Change, explains all
Read how one PTA’s ideas created opportunities for a former pupil to support the school
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