Tried and true tips for matching gifts and higher education
Education, NewsFundraising

Schools need funds to run at all, let alone to run smoothly. This is true in pre-kindergarten classes through higher education institutions. One revenue stream that many colleges and universities continuously underutilize, however, is corporate matching gifts. As a key form of workplace giving program, matching gifts and higher education

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Here are some of the most impactful ways to engage your school's volunteers.
Education, NewsFundraising

Most schools rely on volunteers to get things done⁠—from PTA management to field trip chaperoning and more. These dedicated individuals are often the backbone of the institution, which is why it’s so essential to proactively engage your school’s volunteers in strategic and impactful ways. At SchoolMoney, our top suggestions include:

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8 Crucial Alumni Data Points Your School Needs to Know
Education, NewsFundraising

For many schools, the institution’s alumni are some of its most significant supporters⁠—especially when it comes to fundraising initiatives. After all, these individuals know firsthand the impact the school has on its students, faculty, and community at large. But what the school knows about this group (i.e., which alumni data

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Easy Ways to Find Alumni Employment Data for Schools
Education, News

Does your school have access to the alumni employment data you need to optimize your fundraising and engagement efforts? Some of our favorite school fundraising ideas for institutions of all shapes and sizes have to do with effectively utilizing corporate philanthropy. Partnering with businesses both worldwide and in your community

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Find out how workplace giving can drive your school fundraiser in this guide.
FundraisingStudents

If you’re planning a school fundraiser, you’ll likely do whatever you can to ensure it raises the most funding possible. But have you tapped into workplace giving? If the answer is “no,” you’re undoubtedly leaving a ton of potential revenue on the table. In this brief guide, the team at

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Read reviews of our favorite school fundraising platforms.
Education, NewsFundraising

School fundraising platforms can drastically simplify and amplify the fundraising process for all types of schools⁠—from kindergarten classes to Ivy League universities. But with so many software providers to choose from, how can you be sure you’re making the right decision? As you explore various fundraising platforms in search of

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student preparing for the SHRM-CP Certification Exam
Students

The Society for Human Resource Management – Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is a certification for HR leaders that requires passing a 160-question exam in a testing facility. The exam is comprehensive to the human resources discipline and includes both knowledge-based questions and situational judgment questions, covering a range of behavioral competencies

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universal preschool pros and cons - ball pit
Education, News

There is no secret that the cost of daycare around the country can be quite expensive, and many working parents often struggle to find affordable care for their children. While private childcare remains to be the primary option available in many areas of the U.S., cities like Washington D.C., New

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college student involvement - students sitting on lawn and discussing
Students

Most colleges and universities offer an ample amount of ways for students to get involved on campus, which are often advertised during new student orientation, posted around campus with flyers, or communicated via newsletters. It’s easy to overlook these opportunities, especially if you are already overwhelmed with the prospect of

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how to make a job application tracker sheet
Work, Jobs

There’s no secret that looking for a job can be quite a bit of work, and can include multiple job applications for different types of positions to different companies. While it can be a great idea to get your resume out there to a wide range of opportunities, this can

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job interview candidates
Work, Jobs

If you are looking for a job, you might be wondering what you can do to prepare and to increase your chances of actually getting the job once you get that callback. It’s completely normal to feel anxious or nervous before an interview simply because you aren’t fully sure what

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Financial Aid, TuitionStudents

Learning to budget your money in college can be a huge adjustment for many students, and knowing exactly where your money is coming from and where it’s going can make a big difference in your ability to make ends meet. By looking at your finances from a holistic perspective, you

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free home learning resources
Classroom, eLearningEducation, News

Having kids at home due to school closures can be a challenge for parents who would like to fill the time with daily activities that are both educational and engaging. It’s easy to turn on the TV or play games, but what can parents do to help their children continue

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staying focused studying from home
Classroom, eLearningEducation, News

With the recent rapid onset of the coronavirus, many colleges and universities across the country have responded to the threat of contamination and made the decision to cancel classes and exams held on campus and shift to online distance learning. This disruption in routine has posed logistical issues for instructors

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