PTA fundraisers

Why are children being sent out to sell items and raise money for PTA fundraisers so that the teachers involved and parents in the PTA can buy polo shirts for themselves?

Funds raised from fundraisers organized by the school, the PTA or other groups are generally used to purchase items or support programs and events for students that are otherwise not included in the budget of school funds. These items, programs and/or events focus on meeting the needs of the students and on supporting engaging activities. In some cases, t-shirts or other specific items may be included as part of the fundraiser program in order to further highlight the efforts of the organization. These t-shirts or other specific items may be given to participating students, staff members or group members.