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How one school made £350,000 from its local high street
Chris Dyson, a headteacher in one of the most deprived areas of the country, has discovered an untapped revenue stream: businesses that want to give back. Last year they helped him save £350,000 and now he says “money isn’t a problem at our school.” Chris explains how he does it, and how others can too.
Contents
- This’ll work for you if …
- 1. Get in touch with every local and national business in reach
- 2. “Sell them the dream” and share your challenges
- 3. Never turn anything down, never turn anyone away
- 4. Keep businesses sweet
- 5. Get press interest and businesses will come to you
- Contribute your own idea for boosting income
- 7 fundraising ideas for small schools
- Case study: How one rural school boosted its per-pupil funding by 20%
- Case study: how to make your school community your best fundraising asset
- Funds and freebies: monthly highlights Updated
- Generating income and maximising funds
- Grants for small capital projects
- How a small, rural primary school raised £50,000 for a new classroom
- How to write a successful grant application
- School fundraising strategies: template and guidance
- Take your own school photos and earn cash for your school
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