GHOULS JUST WANNA HAVE FUNDS!
“Every school should absolutely have a School Fang Run!”
Ash Marruso, Teacher, Baden Powell College
Add some spook-tacular thrills to your School Fun Run
SINK YOUR FANGS IN TO A HALLOWEEN-THEMED FUN RUN
Welcome to the School Fang Run, where you can "run like zombies are chasing you" and raise money for your school at the same time. It's a school fundraiser with a Halloween twist, and it’s sure to get your blood pumping!
HOW DOES A FANG RUN WORK?
Step 1: Register Your School For A School Fang Run
This school fundraising idea works like a School Fun Run, which you can check it out here. So, get started by Registering Your School for a Fang Run today! Upon registration, you'll receive our exclusive ReadySetGo kit, complete with your Halloween-themed colour powder and everything else you need to host an unforgettable Fang Run at your school. Plus, we'll assist you in setting up your JustGiving account, ensuring that participant and donor data is encrypted and secure.
By reserving your event date early, you'll have more time to work closely with our team to tailor the event to your specific goals and preferences. The sooner you register, the more time we'll have to create a truly memorable experience for your school community!
Step 2: Plan Creative School Fundraising Ideas!
Once registered, you'll embark on a strategy session with your dedicated School Fundraising Coach to brainstorm and plan creative fundraising ideas tailored to your school. Together, we'll establish fundraising goals that incorporate profile challenges, milestone rewards, teacher incentives, and rewards for the highest fundraising class, among other exciting initiatives.
By developing a comprehensive fundraising plan, we'll ensure that your Fang Run event is not only spook-tacular fun, but also incredibly impactful for your school community. Get ready to conjure up your inner ghoul and make a difference with your fundraising efforts!
Step 3: Access The School Fundraising Platform!
Make the most of our online fundraising platform to streamline your efforts and maximise success. Access valuable resources at your convenience, including video tutorials and pre-written support materials like Newsletter Articles, Parent Letters, and Parent Communications. With our live funds tracker, you can monitor your fundraising progress in real-time, allowing you to effectively manage your activities throughout your event and stay on track to reach your goals. Keep your school community engaged and motivated with automated emails featuring helpful hints and tips, while also having the flexibility to send custom messages tailored to your fundraising needs. With these tools at your disposal, you have everything you need to elevate your fundraising efforts and make a significant impact for your school.
Step 4: Fundraise For Your School Fang Run!
Get the momentum going by launching and promoting your special event! Your Fundraising Coach will guide you in making the lead-up to this event just as enjoyable as the event day itself. Utilise our prewritten support materials and tailor-made fundraising plan to kickstart your fundraising efforts at least 4 weeks before your event day. We'll equip you with everything necessary to involve teachers and families actively. Your Fundraising Coach will walk you through all the necessary steps, making the process enjoyable. Additionally, leverage our custom website to track your fundraising progress in real-time and access assistance whenever needed. You'll also gain full access to digital support materials such as pre-written social media posts!
Step 5: Create Memories With A Halloween-themed Fun Run!
Now comes the exciting part: The Fang Run itself! Choose a time and place that suits your school best (obviously as near to Halloween as possible). Opt for hosting the event during school hours to ensure maximum participation. Typically, schools organise runs for groups of around 50-100 kids at a time. Utilise a loop track spanning approximately 150 meters, allowing each group to run for about 15 minutes. This setup enables most schools to complete their entire School Fun Run between the ‘End of Lunch’ and ‘End of Day’ periods.
Your Fundraising Coach will be an invaluable resource in planning this day, ensuring it's a memorable experience for everyone involved and that the School Fang Run is tailored to you. Let's create unforgettable moments within our school community! Together, we'll make it the best day ever!
Step 6: Hand Out School Fang Run Prizes!
Now it's time to recognise the efforts of your families and express your heartfelt gratitude. It's reassuring to know that there's no financial risk or upfront cost for your school. Following the Fang Run, you'll receive a comprehensive invoice covering all expenses. Every family that raises over $10 will be rewarded for their hard work. There's no need for you to manage spreadsheets; families can conveniently order their prizes online post-event, and the website will handle all tracking for you. Once we've received your prize order, the excitement continues as we package all the prizes and deliver them to you for distribution to the families. Celebrate the dedication and generosity of the families, ensuring they feel appreciated for their contributions to your school community.
LET THE ZOMBIES LOOSE!
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HOLDING YOUR VERY OWN SCHOOL FANG RUN?
At School Fun Run, we know that Halloween-themed events are all the rage, which is why we’ve conjured up this extraordinary fundraising idea for you. So why not sink your fangs in, get into the spooky spirit and book your School Fang Run with us today.
School Fang Run Halloween Fundraising FAQ’s
-
The key to successful fundraising is active participant engagement. Encourage students, parents, and staff to actively promote and participate in the School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser, creating a buzz within the community. Utilise social media, emails, and other communication channels to reach a wider audience. Everyone can participate in a School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser as it is free from fine particles in the air that can cause asthma or breathing problems for some participants.
-
Yes, setting a clear and achievable fundraising goal provides a sense of purpose and motivation. It helps rally participants and supporters behind a common target, increasing the likelihood of reaching and even exceeding the fundraising target.
-
Our online fundraising platform makes it convenient for participants to collect donations from friends and family, regardless of geographical location. This expands your fundraising reach, making it easier for supporters to contribute and share the cause on social media. You will be able to receive donations from friends and family who would love to support you but normally can’t contribute due to the inaccessibility of a local school fundraiser.
-
On average, students can raise a significant amount through online fundraising efforts. The amount varies depending on the size of your school, roughly between $120 and $150 per online fundraising profile. The key is to encourage participants to share their fundraising pages and actively seek support from their network; the higher the number of participants you get on board, the more the school will fundraise.
-
There is no financial risk or upfront costs when holding a School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser. You instantly start saving instead of spending your resources purchasing colour powder or supporting material for the event. The potential returns from a School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser are increased the more effort we put in, so we ensure you have everything you need to empower your school community.
-
The School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser provides Colour Powder and Slime for free with every School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser, so you won’t need to purchase colour concentrate or colour powder. We provide high-quality colour powder sourced from reputable suppliers specializing in event supplies. We are happy to provide a material safety data sheet (MSDS) so you can see that the colour powder we use is safe, non-toxic, and healthy for the children and the environment.
-
The time of year can influence participation, but a well-promoted School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser should be held in October or around Halloween. Consider local weather conditions and community events to choose a date that maximizes participation. It’s best to also avoid stacking multiple major school fundraising events next to each other in your school calendar.
-
Absolutely! Local businesses often welcome opportunities to support community events. Approach them for sponsorships, donations, or in-kind contributions to offset costs for anything extra you want to add to go above and beyond. It can increase overall fundraising received by the school for the year.
-
Yes, incorporating food and gift stalls adds an extra revenue stream to your event. Consider partnering with local vendors or businesses to provide items for sale or as part of a fundraising package.
-
The space required depends on the number of participants and the chosen course. Generally, a large open area such as a school oval or sports field works well. Ensure there is ample space for participants to move freely and enjoy the colourful experience. At the School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser, we typically advise half an oval unless you have a really large enrolment at your school.
-
The duration varies, but a typical School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser event lasts between 1 to 2 hours. This includes the run itself, pre-event activities, and post-run celebrations. Ensure a small window for students to get changed before jumping onto school buses or into family cars.
-
Yes, the flexibility of a School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser allows you to choose any day of the school year. We highly advise holding the event on a school day, not a weekend, to help you maximize participation from the school community.
-
There are no fees for changing your school date. Just let us know a time that works with your school calendar and any other impacting issues, such as holidays or weather, and we will move the key dates for you.
-
Absolutely! The School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser is flexible and can be tailored to align with your school's ethos. You can incorporate themes, values, or specific messages into the event to uniquely reflect your school community.
-
School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser events come with comprehensive support resources, including fundraising kits, promotional materials, and guides. These resources are designed to assist you in planning, promoting, and executing a successful event. Everything you need will be accessible 24/7 through our online resource hub.
-
A School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser fundraising coach provides personalized guidance and tips to help you maximize your fundraising efforts. They offer insights into effective strategies, assist in setting and achieving fundraising goals, and provide ongoing support throughout the planning process.
-
The number of volunteers depends on the size of your event. Generally, you'll need volunteers for tasks such as distributing colour powder or slime, making announcements, controlling the music, and ensuring participant safety. The support resources provided often include guidelines on volunteer coordination, plus your personal School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser fundraising coach will tailor a strategy for you based on your enrolment, duration of the school fundraiser, and how many volunteers you have ready to support you on the event day. Please note it is very typical for a single coordinator to manage everything during the fundraising stage; you will only need extra support on the day from parents, teachers, or volunteers.
-
No, holding a School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser eliminates the need for door-to-door sales or selling products. The primary fundraising mechanism is participant-driven, with funds raised through sponsorships, online donations, and registrations. It's a hassle-free and enjoyable way to raise funds.
-
While some planning is involved, School Fang Run Halloween Fundraisers are designed to be straightforward and user-friendly. The support resources provided streamline the planning process, offering step-by-step guides, checklists, and timelines to ensure a smooth and successful event. The coach will work with you and provide insights into the best fundraising strategies for schools that hold School Fang Run Halloween Fundraisers. You will be able to customize your event to be the perfect day for your school community.
-
A School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser fosters a sense of unity and camaraderie among students, parents, and staff. The shared experience of running together, getting covered in vibrant colours, and celebrating as a community contributes to building strong school spirit.
-
Absolutely! The success of a School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser often relies on community involvement. Encourage parents, local businesses, and community members to participate, volunteer, or sponsor the event. This inclusive approach enhances the overall experience and support for the school. In most cases, local police or fire services are happy to come down and help, but make sure you ask in advance; some states in Australia do not allow this.
-
Yes, a School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser transcends language barriers, providing a visually dynamic and inclusive experience. The colourful event appeals to all, fostering a sense of belonging and togetherness regardless of linguistic diversity. If you have a team or people at the school that translate for newsletters, we can apply this to the available resources and some of the communications tools on the School Fang Run Halloween Fundraiser Online fundraising portal.
-
Absolutely! Inclusive fundraising options can include allowing participants to contribute based on their means; no one is forced to donate. Additionally, consider involving local businesses for sponsorships or in-kind contributions, ensuring a diverse range of community members can participate and support. Data shows that schools that work on challenges together have a much better result than schools that focus on fundraising and just raising as much money as possible.
-
While fundraising is a key component, participation is not solely dependent on fundraising. Some participants won’t want to donate at all, some may choose to make a personal donation, while others may actively seek sponsorships. The focus is on creating a fun and inclusive event for the entire community where the participants and families will have memories to last a lifetime.
