Money Matters
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Welcome to Money Matters!
Every organization must be careful to handle money properly and it can be a challenge to find your way through the rules and regulations. This section will provide the latest information and resources to assist you. Highlights on this page:
- Aug 1-3 - Alabama Sales Tax Holiday for certain school supplies, computers and clothing. Read the details in the DOR flyer (pdf).
- When PTA Funds are Considered School Funds
- Top 10 Ways to Protect Your PTA Against Embezzelment
- New Financial Guidelines effective July 1, 2008
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When PTA Funds are Considered School Funds
Not sure how these guidelines apply to your PTA?
Read our interpretation of the guidelines.
Top 10 Ways to Protect Your PTA Against Embezzelment
Association Insurance Management provides their top 10 recommendations for avoiding embezzelment problems.
New Financial Guidelines
The Alabama Department of Education released "Guidelines for Financial Operations of School-Related Organizations" in November 2007. The guidelines should be fully implemented no later than July 1, 2008.
Download a copy of the guidelines (pdf)
Alabama PTA
The Alabama PTA is the strongest statewide organization working exclusively on behalf of children and youth. Founded in 1911, Alabama PTA's primary objective is to strengthen the family unit through parent involvement.

