School councils have long played an important role in supporting student programs, extracurricular activities, and school improvements across Canada. Over the past several decades, school fundraising has changed considerably.
For students, travelling abroad isn’t just a vacation. It’s an opportunity to encounter different languages and cultures, visit historic sites, try unfamiliar foods, navigate new surroundings, and experience places they may have previously only encountered in textbooks or on a screen.
Back-to-school season is an exciting time, but it can also place significant pressure on family budgets. Between classroom supplies, new clothing, lunches and snacks, electronics and more, the costs can add up quickly.
Starting a FundScrip group at the beginning of the school year is one of the most effective ways to build strong fundraising momentum. As families settle back into routines, they’re already planning for regular seasonal expenses such as school supplies, groceries, gas, extracurricular activities, and family outings.
As summer approaches, attention often shifts away from school activities. Families begin planning trips and the outdoor activities that come with the warmer months. For fundraising organizers, however, the final weeks of the school year are one of the most important opportunities to reach annual goals.
Prom and graduation season marks a major milestone for students and families alike. These moments celebrate years of effort, growth, and achievement, often accompanied by events that call for thoughtful planning.
Arts programs offer students and communities the opportunity to express themselves, build confidence, and explore their talents. Yet, despite their value, arts initiatives are often among the first to face funding cuts when budgets are tightened.
World Teachers’ Day, celebrated on October 5, 2025, is the perfect opportunity to recognize the tireless dedication of educators. A simple gesture of appreciation can go a long way toward boosting morale and showing gratitude.
With September in full swing, schools, teams, and community groups enter a season filled with fresh starts and new goals. With renewed energy, clear purpose, and a community mobilized by back-to-school activities, it’s one of the best times of the year to launch a FundScrip fundraising campaign.