Start a Parent Group at Your School!

PTO Today Article

How To Start a PTO

Step-by-step tips for getting a new parent group up and running at your school.

PTO Today Article

Switching From PTA to PTO

Key steps if your group is planning to change from a PTA to an independent PTO.

Expert Guide

Startup Toolkit

Our comprehensive guide walks you through all the essential steps to make your group a successful independent entity.

PTO Today Article

Tax Exemption and Nonprofit Status: What PTOs Should Know

Our guide to the legal terms related to 501(c)(3) status and incorporation for school PTOs and PTAs.

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Bylaws/Nonprofit Resources

Articles and tools for creating, revising, and understanding your PTO bylaws, creating sound policies, and becoming a nonprofit PTO with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

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PTO vs. PTA

What's the difference between PTO and PTA? Does it matter? Expert insight on this issue, including how-tos and FAQs on switching from PTA to PTO.

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Finance & Budget

Tools, tips, and advice on creating a school PTO budget and managing finances from our experts and other parent group leaders.

Finance & Budget

Easily Manage Your Group's Finances

With Finance Manager software, now any parent volunteer can easily manage funds, customize a budget, and monitor spending. Try a free 30-day trial today!

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Planning & Organization

Everything you need to know to get your group organized and running efficiently.

Communications

Parent Group Acronym Logos

Logos for PTOs, PTCs, HSAs, PTSOs, PTCs, etc., each in several different colors and two sizes. These logos have no school name attached, so they can be used by any group!

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