PTA issues

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

Why would I bring it up when it’s already done by us.

So what are you complaining about then?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

Why would I bring it up when it’s already done by us.

So what are you complaining about then?

Most mcps organizations are not run like ours which is why we don’t always contribute.

The md state pta umbrella organization was shut down. It happens more often than most realize.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

Why would I bring it up when it’s already done by us.

So what are you complaining about then?

Most mcps organizations are not run like ours which is why we don’t always contribute.

The md state pta umbrella organization was shut down. It happens more often than most realize.

You don’t make sense. Presumably you’re an officer in a PTA that does things well, but don’t always contribute because other OTAs are not run like yours!

Most likely you’re the parent that never volunteers and never donates, both of which are fine. What’s not ok is to rant unhinged about other’s integrity with the flimsiest of evidence, and inventing crimes that don’t exist (like co-mingling of money!?, lol).

I get things are not run always as they should. But don’t forget people put time and effort, often 10 hours a week or more. First and foremost, be respectful of that.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

Why would I bring it up when it’s already done by us.

So what are you complaining about then?

Most mcps organizations are not run like ours which is why we don’t always contribute.

The md state pta umbrella organization was shut down. It happens more often than most realize.

You don’t make sense. Presumably you’re an officer in a PTA that does things well, but don’t always contribute because other OTAs are not run like yours!

Most likely you’re the parent that never volunteers and never donates, both of which are fine. What’s not ok is to rant unhinged about other’s integrity with the flimsiest of evidence, and inventing crimes that don’t exist (like co-mingling of money!?, lol).

I get things are not run always as they should. But don’t forget people put time and effort, often 10 hours a week or more. First and foremost, be respectful of that.

Got it. Don’t be respectful of parents money. Don’t follow the rules or laws because darn it you are the volunteer. If you want to skim it is is no ones business. Trash anyone who dares to think you should follow the rules. PTA = STFU

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

Why would I bring it up when it’s already done by us.

So what are you complaining about then?

Most mcps organizations are not run like ours which is why we don’t always contribute.

The md state pta umbrella organization was shut down. It happens more often than most realize.

You don’t make sense. Presumably you’re an officer in a PTA that does things well, but don’t always contribute because other OTAs are not run like yours!

Most likely you’re the parent that never volunteers and never donates, both of which are fine. What’s not ok is to rant unhinged about other’s integrity with the flimsiest of evidence, and inventing crimes that don’t exist (like co-mingling of money!?, lol).

I get things are not run always as they should. But don’t forget people put time and effort, often 10 hours a week or more. First and foremost, be respectful of that.

I can guarantee you I have done far more than you and if you will not do things properly don’t volunteer. And at some points it’s been far more than 10 hours a week. Stop rationalizing the inappropriate things you do and telling others it is ok.

I’ve given a good amount of money and far more time than most. I don’t complain about and make a drama. We do everything 100% properly or we don’t do it.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

Why would I bring it up when it’s already done by us.

So what are you complaining about then?

Most mcps organizations are not run like ours which is why we don’t always contribute.

The md state pta umbrella organization was shut down. It happens more often than most realize.

You don’t make sense. Presumably you’re an officer in a PTA that does things well, but don’t always contribute because other OTAs are not run like yours!

Most likely you’re the parent that never volunteers and never donates, both of which are fine. What’s not ok is to rant unhinged about other’s integrity with the flimsiest of evidence, and inventing crimes that don’t exist (like co-mingling of money!?, lol).

I get things are not run always as they should. But don’t forget people put time and effort, often 10 hours a week or more. First and foremost, be respectful of that.

Got it. Don’t be respectful of parents money. Don’t follow the rules or laws because darn it you are the volunteer. If you want to skim it is is no ones business. Trash anyone who dares to think you should follow the rules. PTA = STFU

You sound like a social outcast.

[Anonymous]

OP, I would report it to the MCCPTA and ask them to shut down the commingling of funds and use of personal Venmo. Even people with good intentions in the beginning could end up taking money here and there if they have financial pressures, or just have lax ethics.

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

Why would I bring it up when it’s already done by us.

So what are you complaining about then?

Most mcps organizations are not run like ours which is why we don’t always contribute.

The md state pta umbrella organization was shut down. It happens more often than most realize.

You don’t make sense. Presumably you’re an officer in a PTA that does things well, but don’t always contribute because other OTAs are not run like yours!

Most likely you’re the parent that never volunteers and never donates, both of which are fine. What’s not ok is to rant unhinged about other’s integrity with the flimsiest of evidence, and inventing crimes that don’t exist (like co-mingling of money!?, lol).

I get things are not run always as they should. But don’t forget people put time and effort, often 10 hours a week or more. First and foremost, be respectful of that.

I can guarantee you I have done far more than you and if you will not do things properly don’t volunteer. And at some points it’s been far more than 10 hours a week. Stop rationalizing the inappropriate things you do and telling others it is ok.

I’ve given a good amount of money and far more time than most. I don’t complain about and make a drama. We do everything 100% properly or we don’t do it.

That’s literally what you do!

[Anonymous]

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OP, I would report it to the MCCPTA and ask them to shut down the commingling of funds and use of personal Venmo. Even people with good intentions in the beginning could end up taking money here and there if they have financial pressures, or just have lax ethics.

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Great idea.

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

I have been the local PTSA treasurer who cleaned up a co-mingled fund mess made by a previous PTSa president and treasurer, so you can silence your snarky remarks.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

I have been the local PTSA treasurer who cleaned up a co-mingled fund mess made by a previous PTSa president and treasurer, so you can silence your snarky remarks.

That never happened.

You do sound very intense though. Really confused about what you want. Are you just venting on DCUM, asking for advice, checking to see if others think the same as you?

What’s your action plan? You don’t seem to want to bring it to the general meeting, possibly because it would be quite embarrassing. You want to write to the parent organization to “shut it down”. I’m doubting you ever dealt with MDPTA, they are happy if they get their audit forms in.

You seriously sound unhinged. If you don’t like how things are run, step in, or get out of the way. Don’t donate if you think things are not run properly.

[Anonymous]

NP. The OP is ridiculous. I’m a class parent and I ask for donations for teacher appreciation day and give my personal Venmo as the only option. I’m also an officer in the PTA.

I’d be offended if someone would suggest I’m stealing money from the class fund or that I’m unethical.

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

I have been the local PTSA treasurer who cleaned up a co-mingled fund mess made by a previous PTSa president and treasurer, so you can silence your snarky remarks.

That never happened.

You do sound very intense though. Really confused about what you want. Are you just venting on DCUM, asking for advice, checking to see if others think the same as you?

What’s your action plan? You don’t seem to want to bring it to the general meeting, possibly because it would be quite embarrassing. You want to write to the parent organization to “shut it down”. I’m doubting you ever dealt with MDPTA, they are happy if they get their audit forms in.

You seriously sound unhinged. If you don’t like how things are run, step in, or get out of the way. Don’t donate if you think things are not run properly.

It happens all the time.

Even MCPS administrators embezzle school funds.

Easy peasy.

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Anonymous wrote:There’s not enough information on how Venmo was used and what amount. If it’s a $10 T-shirt sale or a $500 donation, it makes a difference. Can the OP say in what context was used?

Another point, what’s OPs position in the PTA. If she’s an officer she could have access to financial documents, and if something is going on, it would be very easy to spot.

It’s far more likely people are lazy than there’s some malfeasance going on.

For what is worth I have given a donation through Venmo to the PTA former president, current secretary. She was organizing a camping trip and asked that if a family attends, a $75 donation is made to the school. My membership was not current at the time, didn’t want to go through the hassle of updating it, so I just asked that I give her the money and she gives it to school. PTAs are neighborhood organizations, kids know each other, parents are friends etc. occasional use of Venmo is not indicative of crimes being committed.

For any amount, it's highly inappropriate as it is a non-profit organization with accountability. All transitions have to be documented. Cash is fine if she deposits it directly and has a good accounting but something going into her personal bank account or venmo is not. Most people don't look at the PTA finances. Most don't even discuss it at the meetings. We give a breakdown at our meetings but that's very rare. The camping trip may not have been PTA sponsored so that might be different but for anything else it needs to go through the PTA accounts only.

You’re making a big deal out of nothing.

STOP. It's not legal to commingle private and nonprofit funds in a private account. Usually, people get away with it because PTAs are usually smaller dollar enterprises.

Then I suggest you raise this issue at the next general PTA meeting. Let us know how it went.

Comingling money is not a crime, no matter how much you’d like it to be. Embezzlement is a crime but that would imply the money is used for a different purpose. Regardless of your dislike of the PTA president, you should appreciate the time people put in to volunteer for the school, give them the benefit of the doubt and be gracious.

Some of us are highly ethical and show full accountability. It’s rare a pta goes into that much detail. Ours does but that’s because a few of us choose to account for every dime.

Seriously, bring it up at the next meeting, I’m sure like minded people would appreciate your effort for transparency and accountability.

I have been the local PTSA treasurer who cleaned up a co-mingled fund mess made by a previous PTSa president and treasurer, so you can silence your snarky remarks.

That never happened.

You do sound very intense though. Really confused about what you want. Are you just venting on DCUM, asking for advice, checking to see if others think the same as you?

What’s your action plan? You don’t seem to want to bring it to the general meeting, possibly because it would be quite embarrassing. You want to write to the parent organization to “shut it down”. I’m doubting you ever dealt with MDPTA, they are happy if they get their audit forms in.

You seriously sound unhinged. If you don’t like how things are run, step in, or get out of the way. Don’t donate if you think things are not run properly.

You are talking to multiple people and they aren't unhinged to do things properly and expect it done properly.

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Anonymous wrote:NP. The OP is ridiculous. I’m a class parent and I ask for donations for teacher appreciation day and give my personal Venmo as the only option. I’m also an officer in the PTA.

I’d be offended if someone would suggest I’m stealing money from the class fund or that I’m unethical.

Class parent is different because it's not a non-profit formal organization. But, I was co-class parent one year with a parent who collected the money and kept it all so I had to pay for all the parties out of my own funds. Eventually she gave me maybe $40 at the end of the school year but it was clear she was keeping most of it. The school refused to get involved. The next year she was sole room parent and it was clear she did the absolute minimum and kept the money as well. I always had parents buy their own gifts for teacher appreciation and just did a sign up genius for food and decorations and what ever wasn't donated I'd just pay for. But, the difference is there is no accountability with room parents but a PTA/PTO/Booster club is a non-profit with accountability.