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"S'more People" Gift Cards

Two cards on each page that say "We need s'more people like you."
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PTO Today: IRS Schedule O Line-by-Line Description

PTO Today: IRS Schedule O Line-by-Line Description

Detailed explanations for a typical K-8 school parent group filling out IRS Schedule O, to supplement IRS Form 990-EZ. More about Form 990-EZ and Schedule O are in the Tax Return Toolkit. The latest versions and instructions for all IRS forms should be downloaded from the IRS website.
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PTO Today: IRS Schedule O Completed Sample

PTO Today: IRS Schedule O Completed Sample

Sample completed Schedule O for the 2021-22 tax year, filled in to reflect a typical K-8 school parent group. This completed sample supplements the IRS Form 990-EZ Completed Sample. More about Form 990-EZ, Schedule O, and this completed sample are in the Tax Return Toolkit, which also includes a Schedule O Line-by-Line Description. The latest versions and instructions for all IRS forms should be downloaded from the IRS website.
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PTO Today: IRS Form 1023 Completed Sample

PTO Today: IRS Form 1023 Completed Sample

This IRS form has been filled in as an example of how a typical K-8 school parent group might complete the application. More information about IRS Form 1023 and this completed sample can be found in the PTO 501(c)(3) Toolkit, which includes line-by-line instructions for submitting the application. Note that the application itself can only be submitted electronically, however. The most recent version of this IRS form and its instructions should be downloaded from the IRS website.
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PTO Today: Live Auction Bid Sheet (text only)

PTO Today: Live Auction Bid Sheet (text only)

Simplified bid sheet form, no graphics included.
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PTO Today: Month-by-Month Guide

PTO Today: Month-by-Month Guide

Detailed planning checklist for PTA and PTO leaders; learn more about parent group leadership and planning in the Leader's Toolkit.
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PTO Record-Retention Rules

PTO Record-Retention Rules

How long should you keep the monthly treasurer reports? What about canceled bank checks or the yearly Form 990-EZ information returns? This checklist is based on IRS rules and includes guidelines for some of the most common types of PTO and PTA paperwork.
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PTO Today: IRS Schedule G Line-by-Line Description

PTO Today: IRS Schedule G Line-by-Line Description

Detailed explanations for a typical K-8 school parent group filling out IRS Schedule G, to supplement IRS Form 990-EZ. More about Form 990-EZ and Schedule G are in the Tax Return Toolkit. The latest versions and instructions for all IRS forms should be downloaded from the IRS website.
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PTO Today: IRS Schedule A Line-by-Line Description

PTO Today: IRS Schedule A Line-by-Line Description

Detailed explanations for a typical K-8 school parent group filling out IRS Schedule A, to supplement IRS Form 990-EZ. More about Form 990-EZ and Schedule A are in the Tax Return Toolkit. The latest versions and instructions for all IRS forms should be downloaded from the IRS website.
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Chart: Where To Include Fundraiser Info on Form 990-EZ

Chart: Where To Include Fundraiser Info on Form 990-EZ

Not sure which line of Form 990-EZ the carnival expenses get added to, or whether to include the candy sale fundraiser proceeds on Schedule G? We've included some of the most common types of revenue-generating activities for PTOs and PTAs, noting where each one gets reported on IRS Form 990-EZ, Schedule A, and Schedule G. From the Tax Return Toolkit.
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PTO Today: IRS Schedule G Completed Sample

PTO Today: IRS Schedule G Completed Sample

The 2021-22 tax year version of Schedule G, filled in to reflect a typical K-8 school parent group. This completed sample supplements the IRS Form 990-EZ Completed Sample. More about Form 990-EZ, Schedule G, and this completed sample are in the Tax Return Toolkit. Also in the Toolkit is a Schedule G Line-by-Line Description. The latest versions and instructions for all IRS forms should be downloaded from the IRS website.
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PTO Today: Auction Underwriter Form

PTO Today: Auction Underwriter Form

Customizable form to collect underwriting support from organizations for your PTO or PTA auction event.
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PTO Today: Meeting Minutes Outline

PTO Today: Meeting Minutes Outline

Customizable template for putting together minutes from school PTO or PTA meetings. The outline is on two pages; it can be shortened to one page or go longer if needed.
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Family Event Cost Model Template

Family Event Cost Model Template

This is a blank Excel worksheet that can be customized for your PTO or PTA event, to keep track of projected costs and income as well as actual costs and income when the event is finished. Read "Figuring Finances for Events" for more information on how to create a cost model analysis.
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PTO Today: Press Release Template

PTO Today: Press Release Template

Sample press release for publicizing events and fundraisers to media outlets.
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Treasurer Oral Report Outline

Treasurer Oral Report Outline

Quick guide to giving the oral treasurer's report at your monthly PTO meeting, to explain the Performance to Budget Report. From the Treasurer's Toolkit.
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Teacher Appreciation Survey

Teacher Appreciation Survey

We have our teachers fill this out every year to make it easier for parents and children who wish to buy or make something for their teacher(s) during
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PTO Today: Treasurer's Toolkit

PTO Today: Treasurer's Toolkit

PTO Today's comprehensive guide for parent group treasurers helps them manage their group's finances and keep funds secure. The toolkit includes guidance on all key financial steps, such as keeping accurate financial records, tips on smart budgeting, how to create a treasurer's report, and a checklist of important monthly tasks.
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Annual Budget Samples With Descriptions

Annual Budget Samples With Descriptions

This sample budget has two separate sheets. The first has a sample budget with simplified expense categories; the second sheet has detailed expense categories. Both sheets have an income section and explanations for all categories. More details about these budgets are in the Treasurer's Toolkit.
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Treasurer Support for Form 990-EZ

Treasurer Support for Form 990-EZ

Detailed example of year-end financial info to support the completed samples of Form 990-EZ, Schedule A, Schedule G, and Schedule O for the 2022-23 tax year. More information about these year-end treasurer reports and annual filing with the IRS is in the Tax Return Toolkit.
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