No More Summer Budge Slumps - How to Keep Raising Funds All Summer
For most PTAs, summer means more than just a break from the school grind—it’s also a hard stop for fundraising. The bake sales end, the donation drives go quiet, and next year’s budget starts to look a little… thin. But what if your PTA didn’t have to press pause on raising funds just because school’s out?
With the right strategy, you can keep the funds rolling in all summer long and set next year’s PTA board up for success—without the endless car washes or catalog sales. Here’s how!
1. Choose Fundraising That Doesn’t Take a Break
Traditional fundraisers stop when school stops. Trillage doesn’t. By signing up now, your PTA can tap into subscription-based revenue that keeps the funds coming in all year. Think of it like a Netflix subscription—except part of the fee goes directly to your school.
How It Works:
- Parents subscribe: They get access to offers and discounts.
- Your PTA earns: Subscription fees go directly to your school—every single month.
- Zero fees: No hidden costs, no upfront investments.
Quick Tip: Set up Trillage before summer starts to capture early subscribers and keep that revenue rolling.
2. Make It Effortless for Parents to Support
Summer is busy enough without asking parents to volunteer for car washes or manning the concession stand. The beauty of Trillage is that it’s completely hands-off. Parents subscribe once, and your PTA continues to earn—no follow-ups or extra work required.
Ways to Promote Trillage Effortlessly:- Email Blasts: Send a quick email with a link to subscribe.
- Social Media: Share a ready-made graphic and caption.
- Flyers: Include a QR code for easy sign-ups at end-of-year events.
Quick Tip: Trillage has done the work for you! We’ve created templates for emails, social media, and flyers for you to use.
3. Secure Funds for Next Year’s PTA Board (They’ll Thank You!)
Imagine the look on next year’s PTA board’s faces when they realize they won’t have to start from zero. By signing up now, you’re giving them a financial cushion to kick off the year—no panic, no stress, just funds ready to go.
How This Helps the New Board:- Less Stress: Funds in place means no last-minute fundraisers.
- More Focus: Time saved on fundraising can go directly into school projects.
- Instant Credibility: A board that starts with funds looks like they know what they’re doing.
4. Turn Local Businesses into Partners—Not Just Donors
Summer is prime time for local businesses looking to connect with families. Trillage makes it easy for businesses to support your PTA without the awkward pitch. They sign up for free, offer deals to all Trillage subscribers, and everyone benefits!
Pro Tip: Reach out to businesses now to secure more support before summer starts. Bonus: they’ll get exposure to families all summer long.
5. Make Signing Up a No-Brainer
The best part about Trillage? It’s free for PTAs and schools. No fees, no setup costs—just passive income that keeps rolling in. All you need to do is sign up and start spreading the word.
Quick Start Checklist:- Sign Up for Trillage: Takes less than 10 minutes.
- Invite Local Businesses: They sign up for free too.
- Share Your Link: Email it, post it, and watch the funds roll in.
Don’t Let Summer Drain Your Budget
Summer might be a break for students, but it doesn’t have to be a break for your budget. By signing up for Trillage now, you can keep funds rolling in all summer and set next year’s PTA board up for success—no stress, no scrambling, just passive income ready to use when school starts again.
Ready to Make Summer Count?
Sign Up for Trillage Today!
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