After reading a ton online regarding 501(c)3 boosters, I would like change the way my booster is currently doing business a little. Currently, like so many other boosters, we have a volunteer requirement or a buyout. The forced volunteerism, besides being wrong for a 501, creates a black cloud of negative feelings towards the booster club.
I know I can be hopelessly optimistic, but I'm thinking if we do away with that, sell the 'benefit' to the families, and respectfully ask the families to volunteer for the greater good - that we could get some energy back in there. Does anyone out there run their booster more like a PTO, not requiring involvement but still able to produce a large, dialed-in group of volunteers? If so, what are some tricks you find to work for your club and gaining the support of all members?
I know I can be hopelessly optimistic, but I'm thinking if we do away with that, sell the 'benefit' to the families, and respectfully ask the families to volunteer for the greater good - that we could get some energy back in there. Does anyone out there run their booster more like a PTO, not requiring involvement but still able to produce a large, dialed-in group of volunteers? If so, what are some tricks you find to work for your club and gaining the support of all members?