We got a real kick out of this funny no-fundraiser fundraiser story!
In 2015, the parent-teacher association (PTA) of one Texas middle school sent home an alternative no-selling fundraising form that gave parents a good chuckle and caught the attention of several media outlets.
The original form cleverly acknowledges fundraising fatigue: the burnout associated with handling multiple fundraising asks from kids' schools, sports teams, and extracurricular activities.
Taking a no-frills, sarcastic approach, this Texas PTA acknowledged the burdens of traditional sales-based fundraisers and encouraged parents to save time, effort, and hair-tearing-out by donating the money they would've spent anyway.
A better alternative to the 'no-fundraiser fundraiser'
Needless to say, we can relate to this PTA's point of view. We know very well that parents are weary of being asked to participate in fundraisers.
Luckily, we have option that's even better than donating money: RaiseRight.
If you're looking for a fundraising idea that doesn't require selling anything (or even asking for anything), you've found it.
Simply earn money back as you shop, dine, or travel. You can buy and use gift cards or shop online for routine, everyday purchases like groceries, gas, coffee, clothing, or home goods. You can also dine at one of 20,000+ restaurants participating in RaiseRight's local dining program, or book travel through RaiseRight.
RaiseRight partners with hundreds of brands, including Walmart, Starbucks, Chipotle, Old Navy, ULTA Beauty, The Home Depot, and more, so there's something for everyone in your organization. Our no-selling fundraiser fits seamlessly into any family's lifestyle, regardless of their budget, habits, or preferences.
With RaiseRight, families can fundraise without spending extra or buying unnecessary items. By shopping and dining as usual, parents can save money and earn money towards their school or organization. Top-earning families even raise $1,000 or more yearly!
To estimate the annual earning potential for your household, try our free Earning Calculator:
Lastly, we'll leave you with our version of the no-fundraiser fundraiser form, aptly titled 'Another Alternative to the Alternative Fundraiser':
We think it's a winner.
Ready to start earning with RaiseRight?
Here are some next steps to get the ball rolling:
- See why RaiseRight is the #1 fundraising idea for schools, PTOs, and PTAs..
- Learn more about how RaiseRight works.
- Download The RaiseRight Fundraising Playbook and share it with other parents or your organization's leaders.
- Start a free program by completing a short, online enrollment form.
If your school or organization is already earning with RaiseRight, you just need your enrollment code to create an account and begin fundraising right away.
