The back-to-school season is full of fresh pencils, new lesson plans, decorated bulletin boards, and big goals for the year ahead. But for many teachers, it also comes with a not-so-fun reality: school budgets don’t always cover everything students need to thrive. From classroom supplies and books, to field trips, club activities, art materials, technology, […]
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Successful fundraising does not depend on luck. It comes from preparation, teamwork, and consistent effort. Here are four plays every team should keep in their fundraising playbook.
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As any big game approaches, there’s no better time to remember that gratitude (not just goals) is what fuels long-term fundraising success. From setting a strong game plan to thanking supporters consistently, the most successful campaigns are built on appreciation and participation. Here’s how schools, teams, and programs can bring big game energy to their fundraising efforts, and make gratitude the real MVP.
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Hitting your fundraising target takes more than a strong kickoff, it needs planning, participation, and steady momentum across the campaign. Successful teams and set clear goals, engage participants early, give supporters flexible ways to contribute, and use simple tools to stay organized. Learn how schools, sports teams, and arts programs can avoid common fundraising pitfalls and stay on track from start to finish — without dropping the ball.
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Across sports, arts, cheer, and school programs, MoneyDolly teams are raising tens of thousands of dollars…and their success isn’t accidental. These standout campaigns share key traits: high user engagement, strong storytelling, strategic planning, and smart use of digital tools. Explore what today’s top-performing fundraisers have in common and learn how your team can replicate their wins using MoneyDolly’s simple, powerful platform to drive community support and fundraising momentum.
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The holiday season is one of the most inspiring times of the year for meaningful connection — and that includes fundraising. While we don’t expect anyone to run a campaign during busy holiday weeks, this time of year is perfect for planning, positioning, and planning fundraisers that tap into a naturally generous season. This article
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Winter isn’t just a season anymore—it’s having a strategic moment that can really propel your dreams, and your goals, forward this season. For school and athletes the concept of a “Winter Arc” represents a unique window to plan, reflect, and set intentions. And for fundraising, this new Winter Arc season is your chance to get
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School bands are a cornerstone of community spirit, creativity, and student growth and extracurricular joy, but let’s be honest: organizing fundraising for a band can feel like a high-stakes performance. Between coordinating parents, scheduling rehearsals, and keeping students motivated, the last thing you need is the added stress of complicated fundraising. BUT, with a clear
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As the school year begins, coaches, athletes, parents, and all the other sports supporters are thinking about the next big fundraiser. Whether it’s for new sports equipment, field trips, or fueling the arts program, fundraising is essential to making any school year a success. The good news? Fundraising doesn’t have to be complicated. With the
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With summer in full swing, athletes can find themselves with a bit of a summer-season dilemma: take a well-deserved break or continue training to stay ahead of the competition?
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It’s no surprise that everything tech-based is constantly evolving to be more efficient, convenient, and effective — and fundraising isn’t the exception. Traditional fundraising methods are being replaced by more efficient, user-friendly approaches, which means that mobile apps are taking the fundraising world by storm. With the ability to streamline the process, offer accessible ways
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Running a successful softball team takes more than just talent on the field – it takes a dedicated community and, of course, funding! Whether raising money for new equipment, travel costs, or to pay for team coaching, having a solid fundraising strategy is key to hitting your goals this spring.
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Fundraising is, not surprisingly, most successful when your community is actively involved — whether it’s parents, alumni, or local supporters. Social media has become essential for any fundraising campaign, connecting groups through Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok, creating community, sharing updates, and creating compelling actions that amplify your fundraising results. But how do you effectively reach
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Any Parent Teacher Organization or Parent Teacher Association that has been tasked with a fundraiser has faced the challenge of getting school community members on board. After all, we’re all battling time scarcity. That’s why MoneyDolly loves the idea of a donation-only fundraiser. It’s exactly what it sounds like: people donate, and your fundraising goals
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It’s hard to believe it, but 2024 is almost in the rearview mirror, and 2025 – with its new fundraising goals – is quickly coming up! While it’s tempting to sit back and call it a day until January, now’s a great time to get the ball rolling so that you can hit the ground
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Are you a member of a Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) or Parent Teacher Association (PTA) looking to raise money for your school? You’re not alone. Nearly 3 million Americans are members of these groups, and together, they represent a massive opportunity for schools seeking to fundraise for extracurricular programs, educational opportunities, field trips, sports, and
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You’ve seen what MoneyDolly can do when it comes to sports and club fundraising. Now, with our new School-Wide Fundraising option, you can see MoneyDolly in action across your whole school community!
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Whether fundraising for a tournament or new equipment, hitting your goal is vital. As fundraising experts, here are some of our top tips for knocking your next fundraiser out of the park.
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Fundraising is central to the success of school sports and extracurriculars. While financing is the main goal of a fundraiser, fundraising offers innumerable less quantifiable benefits, including community building and inclusivity. Here are just some of the benefits that a fundraiser can deliver beyond boosting your team’s bottom line.
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So, you’re embracing your creativity by joining an adult theatre group. Or maybe you’re keeping up your fitness by signing up for an adult sports club – nice work! Sadly, in this day and age, hobbies don’t come cheap. Whether you’re looking to pay for team travel, a rental space, or equipment to help you
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We all know that sports are a huge time commitment – and a financial one as well. This is especially true when your team starts traveling for tournaments and state competitions. Between travel, hotels, and competition fees, those costs can quickly add up, even if you’re lucky enough to have a sponsor. Luckily, with some
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Going door to door can only do so much for your fundraising campaign. It’s time-consuming, limited in scope, and can be seen as a bother to your neighbors. But with MoneyDolly’s peer-to-peer fundraising app, achieving – and even beating – your fundraising goals just got easy. Here’s what to know. Tap Your Networks with Peer-to-Peer
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Life is all about options. Luckily, successful fundraising is based on providing options. At MoneyDolly, we know that what works for one team of fundraisers isn’t always the right fit for another. That’s why instead of demanding that you fundraise one single, specific way, we give you choices for organizing your fundraiser and hitting your
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Fundraising is a part of school life. Whether for a sports team, a school club, or general school needs, peer-to-peer efforts where students and parents help raise funds for the school are the new normal. Parents are a vital part of the process, but getting them involved is not always easy. After all, they have
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