Raise More Money
With Less Effort
Discover proven strategies to collect pledges quickly and easily. Our step-by-step guide makes fundraising simple for parents and exciting for students!
Raising Pledges is Easy!
Share your unique fundraising link with family and friends through text, email, or social media. Watch the pledges roll in!
Get Your Link
Every student gets a unique fundraising link to share with supporters.
Share Everywhere
Text, email, or post on social media to reach your network quickly.
Track Progress
See pledges come in real-time and celebrate each milestone!
Your Pledge Collection Process
Follow these simple steps to maximize your fundraising success. Each step is designed to make sharing easy and fun!
Get Your Unique Fundraising Link
Once you register, you'll receive a personalized fundraising link. This link is unique to your student and tracks all pledges automatically. You can find it in your parent dashboard under "My Student's Link."
Example Link:
ultrafunrun.com/pledge/oakelementary/emma-johnson-2024
Pro Tip: Bookmark this link on your phone for quick access whenever you want to share!
Share via Text Message (SMS)
Text messaging is the fastest and most personal way to reach family and friends. Use our pre-written message templates or customize your own!
Template 1: Simple & Direct
Template 2: Detailed
Best Practices for Texting:
- Keep it short and friendly—people are more likely to read brief messages
- Use emojis to make your message fun and engaging 🎉
- Include a specific ask (e.g., "$5 per lap" or "any amount helps!")
- Send follow-up texts with progress updates to keep supporters engaged
Share via Email
Email is perfect for reaching extended family, coworkers, and friends who appreciate more details about your fundraiser.
Email Template
Subject Line:
Help Me Reach My Fundraising Goal! 🏃♀️
Hi [Name],
I'm excited to share that I'm participating in my school's Fun Run fundraiser! This year, we're raising money to [SCHOOL GOAL/CAUSE].
I would be so grateful if you could support me by making a pledge. You can choose to donate a flat amount or pledge per lap I complete. Every donation, big or small, makes a huge difference!
Here's my personal fundraising link:
[YOUR LINK]
Thank you so much for considering supporting me. Your encouragement means the world! ❤️
Best,
[Your Name]
Email Tips for Success:
- Personalize the greeting—use the recipient's name
- Explain what the funds will be used for (new equipment, field trip, etc.)
- Include a clear call-to-action button or link
- Send a thank-you email after the event with results!
Share on Social Media
Reach hundreds of people instantly by posting on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and more. Social media is one of the most powerful fundraising tools!
Perfect for reaching family and older friends. Post updates and progress!
Share photos and stories! Use hashtags to reach more people.
Twitter / X
Quick updates and milestone announcements work great here!
Sample Social Media Posts:
"🏃♀️ I'm running for a great cause! Help me reach my goal by pledging today. Every dollar counts! 💪❤️ #FunRun #SchoolFundraiser [LINK]"
Works great for: Instagram, Facebook
"📣 Big news! I'm participating in my school's fundraiser and I need YOUR support! Can you pledge $5 per lap? Link in bio! 🎉"
Works great for: Instagram Stories, Facebook
"Update: I've raised $150 so far! Only $100 to go! Can you help me reach my goal? 🏆 [LINK] #FunRun #GoalDigger"
Works great for: All platforms (progress update)
Social Media Best Practices:
- Include a photo or video—posts with images get 10x more engagement!
- Use relevant hashtags like #FunRun #SchoolFundraiser #[YourSchoolName]
- Post multiple times—share your initial announcement, progress updates, and final results
- Tag your school's official page to increase visibility
- Respond to comments and thank people publicly for their support!
Per-Lap vs Flat Donation
Supporters can choose how they want to pledge. Here's the difference between the two options:
Per-Lap Pledge
Supporters pledge a specific amount for each lap completed
How It Works:
Supporter pledges $2 per lap
Student completes 10 laps
Total donation = $20
Benefits:
- Motivates students to complete more laps
- Can result in higher total donations
- Adds excitement and challenge to the event
Popular per-lap amounts:
Flat Donation
Supporters make a one-time donation of any amount
How It Works:
Supporter donates $25 flat
Amount stays $25 regardless of laps
Simple and predictable
Benefits:
- Quick and easy for supporters
- Supporters know exact amount upfront
- Great for people who want to give a set amount
Popular flat amounts:
Pro Tip: Offer Both Options!
Let supporters choose what works best for them. Some prefer the excitement of per-lap pledges, while others like the simplicity of flat donations. Both are great ways to support your fundraiser!
Keep Your Student Excited!
Fundraising is more fun when students are motivated. Here are proven tips to keep them engaged and excited throughout the process.
Set Small Goals
Break the big goal into smaller milestones. "Let's reach $50 by Friday!" feels more achievable than "$500 total."
Celebrate Wins
Celebrate every milestone! Ice cream after hitting $100? A movie night at $250? Make it fun!
Track Progress Together
Check the dashboard together daily. Seeing the numbers go up is incredibly motivating for kids!
Make It Social
Let them share progress on their own social media (with supervision). Kids love showing off their achievements!
Focus on Rewards
Remind them of the prizes they can earn! "Just $50 more and you get the Bronze badge!"
Emphasize Impact
Help them understand what the money will do. "Your fundraising helps buy new books for the library!"
Words of Encouragement
What you say matters! Use positive, motivating language to keep your student excited about fundraising.
"You're doing an amazing job! Every pledge counts!"
"Wow, look how much you've raised! You should be so proud!"
"Let's send one more message today—I bet we can hit our goal!"
Fundraising Do's & Don'ts
Do's
Share your link multiple times throughout the fundraiser
Personalize your messages for different people
Post progress updates to keep supporters engaged
Thank every person who pledges—gratitude matters!
Use photos and videos to make posts more engaging
Follow up with a thank-you message after the event
Don'ts
Don't spam people—space out your messages
Don't use the same generic message for everyone
Don't pressure people if they can't donate
Don't forget to check your dashboard for new pledges
Don't give up if you don't get immediate responses
Don't forget to celebrate your achievements!
Ready to Start Raising Pledges?
You have all the tools and tips you need. Now it's time to share your link and watch the pledges roll in!