September marks a special time of year: classrooms fill with eager students, backpacks are packed with possibility, and communities come together to ensure every child has the tools to learn and thrive.
At Pledge, we believe that education and literacy are the foundation for brighter futures ✨ and that fundraising is one of the most powerful ways to ensure equitable access to those opportunities.
Whether you’re a nonprofit, school, or community group, back-to-school season is the perfect time to rally supporters, raise funds, and create lasting impact. From literacy initiatives to classroom supplies, your campaign can fuel opportunities for the next generation.
Why Back-to-School Fundraising Matters 🎒
- Education fundraising ensures that every student, regardless of background, has access to essential resources.
- Literacy programs equip young learners with the skills they need to succeed.
- Back-to-school donations help families facing financial hardship start the year with dignity and confidence.
- School fundraisers build stronger connections between parents, teachers, and communities.
Together, these efforts spark real change. 💡
Pledge Fundraising Solutions for Schools & Literacy Programs
Here are some of the powerful tools and features Pledge offers to make your back-to-school fundraiser seamless, inspiring, and successful:
1. 🌍 Fundraising Pages & Donation Forms
Launch a branded Fundraiser Page in minutes - perfect for literacy programs, supply drives, and after-school initiatives. With Pledge, you can customize pages to highlight your cause and make giving simple for donors.
2. 💳 Text-to-Donate and QR Codes
Engage parents, alumni, and local supporters instantly by allowing them to give via text and QR codes. Whether you’re at a back-to-school rally or a parent meeting, supporters can donate in seconds from their phone.
3. 🎤 Event Fundraising & Livestream Tools
Host concerts, talent shows, or read-a-thons with donation overlays that inspire real-time giving. This is a great way to connect supporters beyond the classroom while raising funds for education and literacy.
4. 🛍️ eCommerce Giving & Checkout Donations
Perfect for school spirit shops or local businesses! With Pledge’s eCommerce integrations, you can round-up or add-on donations at checkout, turning every purchase into support for students.
5. 🤝 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising
Empower parents, students, and alumni to become fundraisers themselves with peer-to-peer fundraising. Each supporter can create their own page and amplify your campaign across their networks, multiplying your impact.
Inspiring Back-to-School Campaigns with Pledge
Looking for ideas? These organizations are already leading the way:
- 📌 PERIOD. is mobilizing communities nationwide for their Back to School Period Action Day on October 11th, ensuring every student has access to essential menstrual products. Join their campaign →
- 📌 The Find Community Connection Project (FCCP) is rallying local nonprofits and neighbors to provide resources and connections that strengthen schools and communities. See their campaign →
- 📌 Showing Up for Survivors combined a solidarity walk with a Back-to-School Drive to uplift families and survivors. Learn more →
These stories remind us: every fundraiser, big or small, adds up to a better future for our kids. 🌟
Ready to Kick Off Your Back-to-School Fundraiser?
Pledge makes it easy to create campaigns that inspire generosity, fuel education, and build community. This season, let’s work together to make sure every student heads into the classroom with confidence, support, and hope. 💜
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Because when we invest in education and literacy, we invest in the future. 🚀