Fundraising
is a vital aspect of a cooperative school. The positive values
of fund-raising, aside from the money raised far outweigh any
"nuisance" aspects. Fund-raising projects involve parents
more actively in the school, increase interest and develop leadership.
They offer an opportunity for young parents to try out their abilities
and to get to know each other while working together. The events
themselves offer opportunities for the social interchange, which
makes for good morale and a more cohesive group.
1. Plans and
budgets for various fund-raising and social events must be submitted
to the board of trustees for approval of expenses, raffles, etc.
2. The fund-raising
vice president, the president and director must be notified of
all meetings of committees and subcommittees. For reasons of continuity,
it is important that the president and director attend the first
meeting of all events committees, social and fund-raising.
3. Individual
members may not be required to sell tickets, raffle changes or
the like. Availability may be advertised in notices and newsletter.
4. Letters
of solicitation of any kind must be approved by the fund-raising
vice president, the president and director.
5. Raffles
must be approved by the Board of Trustees. Raffle chances may
be sent home twice during the school year, with no requirement
of purchase. (see #4 above).
6. Raffle
chances may be solicited at the Pot Luck Supper. Marker dots of
the same color are to be used for those approached whether they
purchase or not.
7. Raffle
prizes: no individual members may be solicited for liquor or other
raffle prizes. General requests may be made in the newsletter
or at meetings.
8. Baked
Goods: Contributions may be asked from: