Debit and Credit Roundtable
If you are a PTA considering the move to use a secured credit or debit card or just want a refresh on how they work and what policies your PTA needs in place, then this is the roundtable for you. We will discuss how your PTA knows if it is ready for secured credit and/or…
Mission Focused Advocacy and Fundraising
By: Beth Cogan, WSPTA Region 6 Advocacy Chair, and the Region 6 Advocacy Team As the school year winds down, PTAs (local, council, state) are holding elections, approving next year’s budgets and setting the stage for a successful 2026-2027 school year. School districts around the state are experiencing shortfalls and school administrators have to make…
Government Agencies Resource Panel for Local PTAs and Councils
Hear directly from state agencies about what you need to know about running your PTA and maintaining compliance with Washington state laws. Invited agencies include the Secretary of State, Department of Revenue and IRS. There will be an opportunity for some Q&A following the presentation. Register below. Planned Speakers Include: Constance Parbon, Public & Government…
Managing Your Nonprofit
The financial management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. Learn the basic financial skills to manage and track PTA funds, online accounts, legal obligations to maintain your tax-exempt status and other considerations. Recommended for all elected officers and board members. Register below
Managing Your Nonprofit
The financial management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. Learn the basic financial skills to manage and track PTA funds, online accounts, legal obligations to maintain your tax-exempt status and other considerations. Recommended for all elected officers and board members. Register below.
Unauthorized GoFundMe Accounts
In October 2025, GoFundMe created more than 1.4 million donation pages for nonprofit organizations without their knowledge or consent, using publicly available IRS data. This affected hundreds of PTAs across the country, including Washington State PTA and many of our affiliate PTAs. GoFundMe has since made this statement: GoFundMe’s statement. How do I find out…
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Finances
Your PTA and the New Sales Tax
During the last legislative session, Washington State added new services that may be subject to its existing retail sales tax. You can find a list of the services newly covered by the tax on this Washington State Department of Revenue (DOR) website. The one most likely to be relevant to PTAs is the inclusion of…
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Finances
Managing Your Nonprofit
The financial management of the PTA is the responsibility of the entire board of directors. Learn the basic financial skills to manage and track PTA funds, online accounts, legal obligations to maintain your tax-exempt status and other considerations. Recommended for all elected officers and board members. Register below.
Effective Budgets and Financial Strategies
Building a goal-based budget is key to the success of PTAs. Learn how to assess your PTA’s financial management practices and how to develop and amend budgets. Topics discussed in this class are not covered in the class “Managing Your Nonprofit PTA”. Register below.
Highlighting the Non-Signer Monthly Review
Does your PTA have a non-signer reviewing your finances each month? Did you know that if you have Fidelity Bond (crime) insurance, you are required to have a member of your PTA, that does not have the authority to sign for financial transactions, reviewing your financial statements monthly? Even if your PTA does not carry…
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