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Board discusses Amazon wish lists and crowdfunding; approves fundraising policy 2.601 for first reading
Summary
The Cumberland County Board debated whether teacher Amazon wish lists count as crowdfunding and approved policy 2.601 for first reading to give principals authority to approve school-level fundraisers while carving out additional review and procedures.
Board members debated whether Amazon “wish lists” and other online classroom supply requests amount to crowdfunding and need tighter rules before allowing school-level approvals. After an extended discussion the board approved policy 2.601 for first reading and asked administration to develop corresponding procedures and best-practice guidance.
What the board discussed: Mr. Matthews introduced the topic, saying school-level Amazon wish lists are meant to make it easier for parents to donate classroom supplies. “My mind is as the board is to help facilitate the teachers and administration…to help them make their life a little easier,” he said, describing wish lists as a convenience for families. Other members raised legal and accountability concerns: whether online lists are “crowdfunding” because…
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