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Keeping School Sports Going When the Budget Can’t

By Russ Silberman | Published December 3, 2025

If you’ve ever helped with a school sports team, you already know the truth: the bill adds up fast. New uniforms, safer equipment, tournament entry fees, buses for away games—it all costs more than most people expect. And in a lot of districts, the athletic budget doesn’t stretch as far as the needs do.

How Candy Fundraisers Build Teamwork and Confidence in Students

By Megan Quinn | Published November 25, 2025

Candy fundraisers do more than raise money and bring awareness to your cause while selling people delicious candy. For many people, especially young students in school, organizing and launching a fundraiser gives them the tools they need to develop good teamwork skills and confidence.

Best Times of Year to Run a Candy Fundraiser (and Why Timing Matters)

By scfAdmin | Published November 6, 2025

When people launch their candy fundraiser, timing is an aspect that they often ignore. However, timing can make or break a fundraiser. Choosing the right season or occasion will help you reach people when they’re most likely to buy candy and in the mood to support a cause. Here’s a breakdown of some of the best times a year to launch your candy fundraiser and why the timing matters.

students and teacher in library celebrating a successful candy fundraiser

Making Fundraising Fun for Every Age Group

By Russ Silberman | Published October 31, 2025

Keep It Simple for the Youngest Kids

Younger students don’t need much to get excited. Give them a clear goal and something they can see or touch, like a sample candy tin or a colorful poster. Let them decorate order forms or make signs for the hallway. It feels like art time, but they’re still helping promote the fundraiser.

Children wearing SellCandy Rules t-shirts and standing with teacher

How Fundraising Teaches Skills Beyond the Classroom

By Russ Silberman | Published October 15, 2025

Real-World Practice

Classroom lessons are one thing. Asking a neighbor to support a fundraiser is another. Students learn how to speak up, explain what they’re raising money for, and listen to questions. It’s real-world practice that doesn’t come from a textbook.

The Ripple Effect: How One Successful Fundraiser Helps Build Future Ones

By Russ Silberman | Published October 8, 2025

Trust That Carries Over

A good fundraiser doesn’t just bring in money. It shows families and neighbors that the group can actually follow through on its commitments. If parents feel like their effort was worth it, they’re far more likely to sign on again. And when supporters get candy they enjoy, they remember that the school kept its word. That trust carries over to the next round.

How Students Can Get Creative Promoting Candy Fundraisers in October

By Russ Silberman | Published October 1, 2025

October is one of those months where everything feels full—sports seasons in swing, school activities stacking up, and the excitement of Halloween around the corner. It also happens to be a perfect time for fundraising. When the fundraiser is candy, students have the advantage of selling something people already enjoy. The question isn’t “will anyone want this?”—it’s “how can we make sure people know about it?” That’s where creativity comes in.

Turning Small Contributions Into a Big Impact for Your School

By Russ Silberman | Published September 25, 2025

When families hear the word “fundraiser,” it’s easy to imagine a few big donors carrying most of the weight. The reality is very different. In most school fundraisers, it’s the collection of small, everyday purchases that add up to something remarkable.

How to Keep Fundraising Fun for Students and Stress-Free for Teachers

By Russ Silberman | Published September 17, 2025

Fundraising works best when it feels less like a chore and more like a shared activity. Students want excitement. Teachers want something simple that won’t eat into their already full schedules. Striking that balance makes all the difference.

How Fundraisers Cover the “Hidden Costs” of School Activities

By Russ Silberman | Published September 10, 2025

Every parent knows that school activities aren’t really free. The field trip might only be a few dollars on the permission slip, but someone has to cover the bus. The soccer team might have uniforms, but cleats, travel, and tournament fees sneak in too. These are the hidden costs that don’t always show up in the official budget.

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