Helping Schools Raise More - and Keep More

Over 2 million families trust our fun and easy-to-use platform to raise over $175 per child.

Start Raising Funds

Helping Schools Raise More -
and Keep More

Over 2 million families trust our fun and easy-to-use platform to raise over $175 per child.

Start Raising Funds

Flexible fundraising for all your events!

Jog-A-Thon

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Walk-A-Thon

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Read-A-Thon

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Pledge Drive

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Anything-A-Thon

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2,538,737 Families

USE PLEDGESTAR

$ 415,535,438 Raised

SINCE 2016

Over $ 175
Average

RAISED PER STUDENT

Our Fees
are Capped

SAVING SCHOOLS THOUSANDS

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Why Fundraise with PledgeStar


RAISE MORE

PledgeStar helps students raise over $175 on average - more than any other platform! How? Easy, fun outreach through automated emails, texts, and social media, and proprietary money raising features no other system offers.

SPEND LESS

Keep more of what you raise! Pay PledgeStar just 7% of the amount raised up to a maximum of $1,195. No hidden fees, no surprises - just more money for your school!

STRESS-FREE AND EFFORTLESS

Set it up, sit back, and watch donations roll in! Your families enter names and contact information, and within minutes, our platform sends emails, texts, and social media posts - effortless fundraising with no stress!

REACH EVERY FAMILY, NO MATTER THE LANGUAGE

With over 50 language options families can participate and connect with donors all over the world, making it easy for more people to donate and support your cause.

WE'VE GOT YOUR BACK

You're never fundraising alone! A dedicated specialist guides you through every step, ensuring your success. Need help? You, your families, and their donors can call or email anytime - we're here for you. No other platform provides better support!

RUN A FUNDRAISER WITH EASE

Track progress, send reminders, match donations, and celebrate top fundraisers - all from one simple dashboard. It's simple, powerful, and parent-friendly!

Watch the Funds Flow—in Real Time!

Every five minutes, more money comes in - it's magic!
And the best part: You didn't really do anything!

  • Spread the word, kickstart the event, and watch the funds roll in!
  • Keep refreshing the dashboard—you’ll see the numbers climb with every click!

SEE A SAMPLE FUNDRAISING PAGE IN ACTION

Take a look at how simple it is to start a PledgeStar fundraiser with just a few clicks.

See donations roll in before you even finish entering donors!

We made it easier to ask more people. Just follow these 3 Steps

Get the Word Out

After your site goes live, send your families the registration link. They follow the simple on-screen instructions to register their students and enter their family and friends.

Get $$$

Family and friends follow the link they receive, enter a donation amount and choose whether to pay securely by credit card, PayPal, or check.

Get Real-time Reports

Administrators can log in to PledgeStar any time to track the fundraiser's real-time progress with our easy-to-use event overview dashboard and reports.

Real Results. Real Fundraisers.

PledgeStar Success Stories
Natalie Corner

HARBOR VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

I have used PledgeStar for the past two years. I have family all over the world and was able to get pledges within 24 hours after setting up.

KUMEYAAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

KUMEYAAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PledgeStar made fundraising effortless, not just for us, but for our families too. It was easy to set up, intuitive to use, and powerful in results. We raised over $40,000 and didn’t have to give nearly half of it away like we did before. Parents loved the simple online system, grandparents from out of town could donate in seconds, and we got to keep the money for what matters, our students, teachers, and programs.

WAGON WHEEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

WAGON WHEEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PledgeStar completely transformed our jog-a-thon. What used to raise $17,000 now brings in over $85,000, without the need for third-party vendors taking a massive cut. It’s incredibly user-friendly for parents and grandparents, even those who aren't tech-savvy. All it takes is a link and a few clicks. Volunteers love how simple it is to manage, and the system handles reminders, emails, and donor tracking automatically. With just a few committee members and PledgeStar, we were able to run a fully funded, highly successful event, and keep 100% of the money for our school.

LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

LOWELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PledgeStar was a game-changer for our school. Instead of just writing checks, families tapped into relatives and friends across the country, and even overseas. From first-time users to seasoned organizers, everyone found it intuitive, fast, and surprisingly personal. We more than doubled our fundraising, jumping from $32,000 to nearly $60,000, and got to keep almost every dollar. It’s efficient, secure, and makes fundraising feel easy for everyone involved.

Want to maximize your next fundraiser's potential?

This free guide gives you the tools to succeed, whether you're aiming to boost participation or raise more funds. Pledge Drives Made Easy shares expert insights and tips from working with thousands of schools just like yours.

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