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Board takes first reading of fundraising rules to protect local donors and coordinate events
Summary
Administrators presented a first reading of new fundraising policies to coordinate district- and extracurricular fundraising, limit third-party solicitations, and provide a standardized approval form; board members stressed keeping fundraising local and cautious use of internet-based crowdfunding.
Administration presented draft fundraising policies (internet-based crowdfunding guidelines and student fundraising procedures) aimed at coordinating district fundraising and preventing donor fatigue in the small local donor pool. The draft separates internet-based solicitations (GBIAR), student fundraising activities (IGDF) and provides a sample fundraising-activity request/verification form for administrative approval.
Board members and foundation representatives said they supported coordination and urged safeguards. One board member cautioned about broad internet campaigns: "I think we need to keep it, like, local," said speaker 9, arguing for student-centered, in-person fundraisers rather than broad third-party solicitation. The administration proposed a second reading and potential adoption in July, and staff were asked to refine the approval form and bring it back for review.
