Achieve your school’s fundraising goals in no time using 99Pledges’ industry-leading fundraising software designed with schools in mind. Our platform is game-changing and offers tools to ace setup, donation collection, communications, and reporting.
Benefits of 99Pledges’ fundraising platform for schools
Raise more
On average, users raise 2 to 3 times more funds when they switch to 99Pledges. For example, Lincoln Elementary raised an impressive $185K with a fun run powered by 99Pledges.
How does it work? Secure online fundraising makes it possible to reach supporters around the world. Giving is convenient, allowing supporters to donate wherever, whenever, and however they want. Plus, there are no startup costs and no platform fees to use 99Pledges (only a small credit card fee applies), so you keep almost 100% of the funds raised.
Save time
Traditional fundraisers are full of time-wasting tasks—99Pledges gets rid of them for good. We’ll set up the campaign for you, ensuring each student gets their own donation page. The platform automatically accepts donations, tracks donor and fundraising data, and sends communications.
Stress less
We know you have a lot on your plate as a school administrator or educator. With 99Pledges, fundraising no longer has to be a stressful, painful experience.
Your students are responsible for fundraising, so all you have to do is promote the fundraiser, monitor campaign progress, and cheer on your students. Because we handle the setup and deliver your funds as soon as the campaign ends, 99Pledges is a great option for campaigns with a tight turnaround.
Engage your community
99Pledges fundraisers thrive on community support. Leverage the platform with ideas like Walk-a-thons, Fun Runs, and talent shows to bring your community together to support your school. Because our platform works with many ideas, you can choose the ones that resonate with your supporter base most.
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How our school fundraising software works
School fundraising online: 5 FAQs
Are there any free fundraising platforms for schools?
Yes! 99Pledges is a free platform with $0 startup costs and a 0% platform fee. Credit card companies charge a standard transaction fee of 3.49% plus 49 cents per transaction, but there are no other fees whatsoever.
What is the best way to fundraise for schools?
For busy teachers and school administrators, we recommend fundraising methods that are simple, cost-effective, and easy to set up—online peer-to-peer fundraising checks all those boxes! Bonus: Your school can use this method with almost any fundraising idea, from a Read-a-thon to a Fun Run.
What are the most profitable school fundraising ideas?
First, you’ll need to determine what kinds of fundraisers interest your students, staff, and community. Some of the most popular campaigns we suggest include pledge drives, book fairs, scavenger hunts, and Spell-a-thons. We’ve also compiled a list of more than 50 profitable school fundraising ideas, so take your pick!
Does 99Pledges offer fundraising support for schools?
Yes! We offer world-class customer support through live chat, phone, and email during the entire process.
When do schools receive funds from 99Pledges?
With 99Pledges, you don’t have to wait long to receive funds. Once you request payment, we’ll send your proceeds within one business day.
